First published 2025
Menopause affects half the population, yet shame and misinformation surround this natural transition. Journalists Mariella Frostrup and Alice Smellie challenge these barriers head-on. They share personal experiences from their own menopause journeys while presenting current scientific research and expert guidance. The authors address practical concerns from hot flashes to hormone therapy options. They trace menopause through history and include stories from women worldwide at different life stages. The book separates medical facts from persistent myths that have long shaped public understanding. Frostrup and Smellie advocate for better healthcare access and supportive workplace policies. Their approach combines humor with reassurance, making difficult conversations more approachable. The guide covers perimenopause through post-menopause, offering concrete strategies for managing symptoms. Rather than treating menopause as decline, the authors present it as transformation and opportunity.
Genres: medical, self-help, non-fiction, health
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: advocacy, informative, personal-experience
303 pages · Kindle Edition · Scribner