We know that around one in four women consider leaving work due to menopause symptoms, and one in ten actually do leave according to the Fawcett Society Report. But many of these women have valuable skills and talent to offer to workplaces. We're joined by Morna Ronnie of the People Portfolio as she explains more about how her returner programmes are supporting women after they're left their career due to menopausal symptoms to retrun to, and thrive at work. People Portfolio are looking to work with companies committed to being menopause friendly, or who have achieved The Menopause Friendly Accreditation to run a pilot fo their returner programme for menopausal women: Revive and Thrive. Please contact morna@thepeopleportfolio.co.uk if if you'd like to find out more, so that an initial exploratory discussion can be set up. About Morna Ronnie: Morna Ronnie is the founder of the People Portfolio. Her 30-year career to date has included supporting people in a range of ways, from recruitment to outplacement and psychometrics to training and development. In the last 5 years she has used this knowledge to design and deliver a range of Women Returner programmes, some of which were funded by The Scottish Government and specifically supported women of menopausal age. Passionate about supporting somen to thrive at work, she is also a Menopause Workplace Trainer licensed by Henpicked, delivering their CPD accredited training. Are you interested in making your workplace menopause friendly? Visit www.menopausefriendly.co.uk to learn more.

We all may have heard the word “endometriosis”. But what does it feel like to live with it? What advice might help? How can people be best supported? We're joined by Menstruation Friendly Independent Panel Member Vickie Williams to shine a light on the topic. Vickie, driven by her own experience with endometriosis, pursued a PhD in People and Organisations at The Open University UK, focusing on endometriosis in the workplace and the impact of menstrual policy. She holds a first-class honours degree in Business Management from King’s College London, where her interest in gender and organisational studies began, particularly regarding women’s workplace experiences. Before her PhD, Vickie spent seven years as a Digital Account Director in film and creative agencies across London. Concurrently, she trained in women’s health and established her own business to support individuals with endometriosis and other gynaecological conditions. Vickie has shared her expertise on endometriosis at prominent venues, including Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospital, London, and the International Critical Management Studies conference. Her personal and professional experiences provide her with unique insights into the challenges faced by women with invisible and often debilitating gynaecological conditions. She is particularly interested in how workplace structures and practices can better accommodate these conditions, aiming to improve the work environment for affected individuals.

We frequently hear women say ‘I thought I had dementia’ when going through the menopause. But do you know what causes this? Do you know whether HRT helps and what the research says? Expert information here. Henpicked Menopause in the Workplace’s Deborah Garlick was joined by Dr Clare Spencer of My Menopause Centre. Dr Clare is a registered menopause specialist and an NHS GP. She qualified from Cambridge University and holds membership of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and the Royal College of General Practitioners. She initially trained in obstetrics and gynaecology where she gained a Doctor of Medicine for research in fetomaternal medicine. As well as her role of Clinical Director at My Menopause Centre, she currently runs an NHS menopause service and is a GP partner in a practice in Leeds. She is also a British Menopause Society menopause trainer and is involved in educating GPs about the menopause transition through talks, lectures and seminars. She wrote the menopause training module for doctors.net and has written for the Primary Care Women’s Health forum publication, Her Life Her Health, on a variety of menopause-related topics.

Do you know the impact the menopause has on your bone health? Do you know how this could affect you? Listen in to hear more and what you can do to improve your bone health for life! Henpicked Menopause in the Workplace’s Deborah Garlick was joined by Kat Bright, Co-founder of The Health Boost. Kat Bright is a nutritional therapist and co-founder of The Health Boost. She firmly believes that optimal health doesn’t end at 40 and with the right nutrition and exercise we can all thrive in our midlife and beyond. Kat supports women to find and support the root cause of their health and weight issues through bespoke nutrition and lifestyle programmes. Her goal is to inspire you to cultivate new habits that enhance your overall well-being, instilling a profound sense of confidence in your body. About Henpicked Menopause Hub https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menstruation and menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It’s time for change. Support this Podcast by subscribing/following its FREE and really helps us produce more content just like this episode. If you enjoy this Podcast why not leave a 5 star review or rating.

Do you know why it’s so important to move and exercise during menopause? Or how they positively impact mental health? ally Bolton has been a health and fitness coach since 2009 and over the last 2 years she has specialised in menopause health. Since then she has delivered training to private groups of women, educating them on menopause and how to manage symptoms through their lifestyle habits. Sally is a Henpicked: Menopause Workplace Trainer and has delivered colleague and manager training in various organisations including the education sector, charities and other professional services. Her mission is to educate and support as many individuals and organisations as possible, to help raise awareness, break the taboo, and normalise the conversation around menopause. She believes that it is important for everybody to have a level of understanding, so we can all support each other through something that is inevitable for 51% of the population. About Henpicked Menopause Hub https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menstruation and menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It’s time for change. Support this Podcast by subscribing/following its FREE and really helps us produce more content just like this episode. If you enjoy this Podcast why not leave a 5 star review or rating.

Struggling with hot flushes but don’t want to take HRT, or can’t take HRT? Do you want to know abut the latest developments and what else is available to help you? Henpicked Menopause in the Workplace’s Deborah Garlick was joined by Dr Clare Spencer of My Menopause Centre. Dr Clare is a registered menopause specialist and an NHS GP. She qualified from Cambridge University and holds membership of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and the Royal College of General Practitioners. She initially trained in obstetrics and gynaecology where she gained a Doctor of Medicine for research in fetomaternal medicine. As well as her role of Clinical Director at My Menopause Centre, she currently runs an NHS menopause service and is a GP partner in a practice in Leeds. She is also a British Menopause Society menopause trainer and is involved in educating GPs about the menopause transition through talks, lectures and seminars. She wrote the menopause training module for doctors.net and has written for the Primary Care Women’s Health forum publication, Her Life Her Health, on a variety of menopause-related topics. About Henpicked Menopause Hub https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menstruation and menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It’s time for change. Support this Podcast by subscribing/following its FREE and really helps us produce more content just like this episode. If you enjoy this Podcast why not leave a 5 star review or rating.

Menopause is part of every woman’s life, yet a legacy of poor information and communication still leaves many of us wondering what’s happening and what we can do to navigate this major transition in our life. We’ll be exploring this topic and what we can all do to feel in control of our menopause journey with Nigel Denby of Harley Street at Home. Nigel Denby is a registered dietitian, author of ten successful nutrition books and a broadcaster across television and radio both in the UK and Europe. Dietitian of the Year 2013, Nigel is the author of The Denby Report – the leading and authoritative review of nutritional subjects. His special areas of clinical interest include: Weight Management; Women’s Health and Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Nigel is registered with the Health Professions Council and Nutrition advisor to Women’s Health Concern – and as well as his areas of speciality, he also works with patients in the dietary management of chronic and acute medical conditions including cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular disease and a wide range of digestive and endocrine disorders. About Henpicked Menopause Hub https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menstruation and menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It’s time for change. Support this Podcast by subscribing/following its FREE and really helps us produce more content just like this episode. If you enjoy this Podcast why not leave a 5 star review or rating.

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) has a wide variety of symptoms, including mood swings, tender breasts, food cravings, fatigue, irritability and depression. Do you struggle with it? Do you want to know what you can do to manage your symptoms? Find out in this episode with Jackie Lynch of WellWellWell Nutrition Clinic. Jackie Lynch specialises in women’s health and the menopause. She’s a regular contributor of nutrition features in the media and her clinical work has inspired her to publish the following books: Va Va Voom: The 10-Day Energy Diet (Headline, 2017) The Right Bite: Smart Food Choices for Eating on the Go (Nourish 2016) And her amazing latest book, The Happy Menopause – smart nutrition to help you flourish (2020). She’s also the host of the popular diet & lifestyle podcast, The Happy Menopause. https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menstruation and menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It’s time for change. Support this Podcast by subscribing/following its FREE and really helps us produce more content just like this episode. If you enjoy this Podcast why not leave a 5 star review or rating.

Fluctuating hormones during menopause affect the way we respond to stress both physically and emotionally. But why and how? Find out in this episode with Dr Rebecca Williams of Williams Stress Management. Dr Rebecca Williams works with businesses and organisations to reduce presenteeism, absenteeism and hight staff turnover, and with individuals struggling with Stress. Having worked as a GP for over 20 years, she has witnessed, first-hand, the impact of stress on mental, physical and emotional health and has signed many fit notes for stress. Through this work, she has gained valuable insights into how to help people in a practical way and utilises her skills in her role as a Stress Management Consultant. Interested in learning more? here’s a link to Dr Rebecca Williams’ book: Dealing with Stress: The ‘Mind, Body, Spirit Way‘ This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menstruation and menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It’s time for change. Support this Podcast by subscribing/following its FREE and really helps us produce more content just like this episode. If you enjoy this Podcast why not leave a 5 star review or rating. https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub

Do you know what’s going on with your weight during perimenopause and menopause? Do you want to understand what you can do to achieve permanent weight management? Find out in the episode with Nigel Denby of Harley Street at Home. Nigel Denby is a registered dietitian, author of ten successful nutrition books and a broadcaster across television and radio both in the UK and Europe. Dietitian of the Year 2013, Nigel is the author of The Denby Report – the leading and authoritative review of nutritional subjects. His special areas of clinical interest include: Weight Management; Women’s Health and Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Nigel is registered with the Health Professions Council and Nutrition advisor to Women’s Health Concern – and as well as his areas of speciality, he also works with patients in the dietary management of chronic and acute medical conditions including cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular disease and a wide range of digestive and endocrine disorders. https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menstruation and menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It’s time for change. Support this Podcast by subscribing/following its FREE and really helps us produce more content just like this episode. If you enjoy this Podcast why not leave a 5 star review or rating.

Millions of women struggle with their periods or menstrual health but how do you know what’s ‘normal’ and what’s not and what can you do about it? Find out in the episode with Dr Clare Spencer of My Menopause Centre. Dr Clare is a registered menopause specialist and an NHS GP. She qualified from Cambridge University and holds membership of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and the Royal College of General Practitioners. She initially trained in obstetrics and gynaecology where she gained a Doctor of Medicine for research in fetomaternal medicine. https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menstruation and menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It’s time for change. Support this Podcast by subscribing/following its FREE and really helps us produce more content just like this episode. If you enjoy this Podcast why not leave a 5 star review or rating.

Jackie Lynch is the founder of the WellWellWell Nutrition Clinic where she specialises in women’s health and the menopause. She’s a regular contributor of nutrition features in the media and her clinical work has inspired her to publish the following books: Va Va Voom: The 10-Day Energy Diet (Headline, 2017) The Right Bite: Smart Food Choices for Eating on the Go (Nourish 2016) And her amazing latest book, The Happy Menopause – smart nutrition to help you flourish (2020). She’s also the host of the popular diet & lifestyle podcast, The Happy Menopause. https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menstruation and menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It’s time for change. Support this Podcast by subscribing/following its FREE and really helps us produce more content just like this episode. If you enjoy this Podcast why not leave a 5 star review or rating.

Endometriosis is a condition where tissue similar to the lining of the womb grows in other places, such as the ovaries and fallopian tubes. It’s a long-term condition that can have a significant impact on your life, at any age. Learn expert top tips in this episode with Dr Abbie Laing of My Menopause Centre. Dr Abbie graduated from the University of Bristol in 2011 in medicine and also holds a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience. She has always been drawn to women’s health and initially worked in Obstetrics and Gynaecology both overseas in Perth Western Australia and within the UK. She then chose to undertake training in General Practice and completed the Diploma in Sexual and Reproductive Health and the Advanced Menopause Specialist certificate from the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Health. She also achieved the Southampton Richard Percival MRCGP excellence award for her GP training. https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menstruation and menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It’s time for change. Support this Podcast by subscribing/following its FREE and really helps us produce more content just like this episode. If you enjoy this Podcast why not leave a 5 star review or rating.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common condition that affects how the ovaries work. Do you know how it can affect someone through life and what they can do about it? Find out in the episode with Dr Clare Spencer of My Menopause Centre. Dr Clare is a registered menopause specialist and an NHS GP. She qualified from Cambridge University and holds membership of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and the Royal College of General Practitioners. She initially trained in obstetrics and gynaecology where she gained a Doctor of Medicine for research in fetomaternal medicine. https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menstruation and menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It’s time for change. Support this Podcast by subscribing/following its FREE and really helps us produce more content just like this episode. If you enjoy this Podcast why not leave a 5 star review or rating.

Do you know what might cause our hair to become thinner or weaker in midlife? Do you know what you eat really can make a difference to our hair? Find out in this episode with Jackie Lynch from WellWellWell Nutrition Clinic. Menopause, it’s always been around, as long as they’re been women on this earth and they’ve lived long enough, there’s been the menopause. Yet we still have an outdated mindset and too little awareness, education and support. https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub Today, we’re in a different time - we’re living for longer, working for longer, and too many of us are struggling through this life transition. We all experience menopause differently but you are not alone. This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It’s time for change. Support this Podcast by subscribing/following its FREE and really helps us produce more content just like this episode. If you enjoy this Podcast why not leave a 5 star review or rating.

Do you know what’s going on with your weight during perimenopause? Do you want to change your shape and make weight management easier? In this episode we discussed what everyone needs to know and what you can do with Nigel Denby from Harley Street at Home Menopause, it’s always been around, as long as they’re been women on this earth and they’ve lived long enough, there’s been the menopause. Yet we still have an outdated mindset and too little awareness, education and support. https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub Today, we’re in a different time - we’re living for longer, working for longer, and too many of us are struggling through this life transition. We all experience menopause differently but you are not alone. This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It’s time for change. Support this Podcast by subscribing/following its FREE and really helps us produce more content just like this episode. If you enjoy this Podcast why not leave a 5 star review or rating.

What we eat can make a difference to how we feel and our symptoms during the menopause transition, Fiona Staunton is from Fiona’s Food for Life and she has some great recipe ideas and foods that will help you in the perimenopause as well as the menopause. Menopause, it’s always been around, as long as they’re been women on this earth and they’ve lived long enough, there’s been the menopause. Yet we still have an outdated mindset and too little awareness, education and support. https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub Today, we’re in a different time - we’re living for longer, working for longer, and too many of us are struggling through this life transition. We all experience menopause differently but you are not alone. This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It’s time for change. Support this Podcast by subscribing/following its FREE and really helps us produce more content just like this episode. If you enjoy this Podcast why not leave a 5 star review or rating.

Some of those taking progesterone as part of their HRT may experience symptoms due to progesterone intolerance. But what is it? How do you know if have In this episode we are joined by Dr Abbie Laing of My Menopause Centre, rated ‘outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission, to find out more and what can you do? Menopause, it’s always been around, as long as they’re been women on this earth and they’ve lived long enough, there’s been the menopause. Yet we still have an outdated mindset and too little awareness, education and support. https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub Today, we’re in a different time - we’re living for longer, working for longer, and too many of us are struggling through this life transition. We all experience menopause differently but you are not alone. This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It’s time for change. Support this Podcast by subscribing/following its FREE and really helps us produce more content just like this episode. If you enjoy this Podcast why not leave a 5 star review or rating.

In this episode Louise Minchin, TV Presenter and journalist talking about her fabulous new book – Fearless: Adventures with Extraordinary Women. Buy Louise's book here: "Fearless Adventures with Extraordinary Women" Join Louise Minchin and Her Spirit Team here: https://herspirit.co.uk/ Menopause, it’s always been around, as long as they’re been women on this earth and they’ve lived long enough, there’s been the menopause. Yet we still have an outdated mindset and too little awareness, education and support. https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub Today, we’re in a different time - we’re living for longer, working for longer, and too many of us are struggling through this life transition. We all experience menopause differently but you are not alone. This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It’s time for change. Support this Podcast by subscribing/following its FREE and really helps us produce more content just like this episode. If you enjoy this Podcast why not leave a 5 star review or rating. About Louise Louise Minchin is a well-known and respected broadcaster and journalist. Louise presented the UK’s most watched Breakfast programme BBC Breakfast on BBC One for 20 years. Before joining BBC Breakfast she was one of BBC News 24’s main anchors. Louise presents the BBC’s Triathlon coverage and has also guest presented The One Show and presented the BBC One series Real Rescues, Missing Live and Crime and Punishment and appeared in the Channel 4 history series Time Crashers. Most recently, she presented Tonight: The Truth About Stalking for ITV, asking important questions on whether enough is being done to tackle the crime. Louise was thrown into the Welsh castle for ITV’s I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here in Autumn 2021 and also competed in Celebrity MasterChef, coming runner up in the final.

We’re often asked what’s the best way of exercising during the menopause. Good question! Mel Berry is from "Her Spirit" it's really hard to stick to any kind of exercise routine so Mel has some top tips on what and how you can improve your menopause journey through exercise. Find out more about Her Spirit: https://herspirit.co.uk Menopause, it’s always been around, as long as they’re been women on this earth and they’ve lived long enough, there’s been the menopause. Yet we still have an outdated mindset and too little awareness, education and support. https://henpicked.net/menopause-hub Today, we’re in a different time - we’re living for longer, working for longer, and too many of us are struggling through this life transition. We all experience menopause differently but you are not alone. This podcast brings you up-to-date, expert information and top tips to help empower you to make informed decisions that are right for you: how you experience menopause, manage symptoms and long-term health. It’s time for change. Support this Podcast by subscribing/following its FREE and really helps us produce more content just like this episode. If you enjoy this Podcast why not leave a 5 star review or rating.