How to survive Christmas with menopause As the year comes to an end it’s time to fess up. I don’t like Christmas. There. I’ve said it. For as long as I can remember Christmas has rarely been something I look forward to, or even get excited about. It began in childhood, for which there are many explanations, but as each year has passed, I’ve felt increasingly overwhelmed so just long for it to be over. As an adolescent tomboy I resented having to ‘dress up’ (read here ‘put a frock on’). As a young, hip n happenin’ teenager I was...

12 Useful gift ideas for menopause this Christmas Menopause can be a challenging time for women experiencing the extraordinary changes that come as a result of declining hormone levels. But while the array of physical and psychological symptoms can be tricky to navigate, there are plenty of product options designed to make the whole experience more manageable. Whether you’re looking for practical gifts for your partner, friends or family members, we’ve got you covered with our guide to some of the most popular and effective products...