Resilience – that inner power to bend but not break and to bounce back after grief, stress or following highly emotive times. For some, that inner power of resilience is well established, but for others, there is no switch to turn on. Studies have shown that much of our resilience is formed during our childhood…
Don’t get me wrong, hearing women share their experiences of menopause is reassuring. Change is happening, albeit slowly. But what I’ve realised over the last year or so whilst speaking with women, is ‘menopause’ and its description has become stunted. Somewhere, we have found the openness to say the word ‘menopause’, share a few symptoms…
Why Inclusivity Matters At Change It Up Ltd, we believe menopause support should be inclusive, culturally sensitive, and accessible to every woman—no matter her background. Yet, the experiences of ethnic minority women going through menopause are often misunderstood, overlooked, or under-researched. It’s time to change that. Why It Matters Menopause is a major milestone in…
I’m told that middle managers and line managers can often be the stumbling block for those looking for menopause support. The lack of understanding and awareness from managers, can lead to a breakdown in communication and trust, resulting in women leaving the workplace and taking all their skills, knowledge and experience with them. Can your…
Menopause affects us all, either directly or indirectly and a lack of understanding can lead to the breakdown of relationships in the workplace and at home. Menopause remains a taboo subject and with so much misinformation out there, it’s easy to see how support and understanding can be lacking. My workplace menopause awareness training for…
Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) can be valuable resources for supporting menopausal women in the workplace, but their effectiveness in addressing menopausal symptoms specifically may vary depending on the program’s design and the level of awareness and sensitivity among employers and colleagues. The effectiveness of EAPs is regularly discussed during my Workplace Menopause Awareness training. Sadly,…
Menopause training and support is fast becoming an essential part of workplace wellbeing strategies. Employers should recognise the need to prioritise workplace wellbeing for several important reasons: Employee Productivity: A positive work environment fosters higher levels of productivity. When employees feel valued, supported, and mentally and physically healthy, they are more likely to perform better…
It’s a tricky question, and in my opinion, I think both are equally true. Brain fog is a common menopause symptom that affects women and one that can bring heightened anxiety. Women may worry that changes in their memory in midlife is an indicator that they are likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease or dementia later…
Supporting Employees: Menopause affects many individuals in the workplace. Training helps create an inclusive environment by educating colleagues and managers about the physical and emotional challenges women might face during this stage of life. It enables better understanding and support for those experiencing symptoms. Reducing Stigma and Taboo: Menopause is often surrounded by stigma and…
Royal London research has highlighted the financial impact menopause is having on women and their pension pot. The report ‘Bridging the Gender Pension Gap’ found that women are more likely to reduce their hours or leave work in their 50’s. We already know that nearly 1 million women have already left the workplace due to…
