Henpicked is one of the UK’s largest, fastest-growing websites for women who weren’t born yesterday. We’re here to give women a place to have their say, sparking discussion, promoting healthy debate and, we hope, bringing about positive change. Here, you’ll find inspirational life stories, tips and advice for happiness, health and wealth, plus competitions and offers and recommended products and services.We believe that all the strong, kind, funny and wise women out there should be celebrated, and Henpicked is here to help us help each other… making our lives better, happier and more fulfilled.Join us at henpicked.net, on Facebook henpickedcommunity, or Twitter @henpickednetExpert contributors include: Dr Louise Newson, Dr Marilyn Glenville, Dr Heather Currie, Dr Karen Morton, Dr Marion Gluck, Kathryn Peden, Katherine Bellchambers, Pamela Windle and other specialists in their field.

The big ‘M’ doesn’t have to spell misery … Reveals there’s plenty you can to do to ensure the ‘change’ is one for the better.

• ForewordIntroduction1 When will I start the menopause?2 What is happening to my hormones?3 What symptoms could I notice during menopause?4 How will my periods be affected?5 What happens to my bones and ligaments during menopause?6 What is vaginal dryness and urinary incontinence?7 What will happen to my sex drive?8 Managing your menopause9 What is ‘premature’ menopause?10 Maintaining healthy relationships11 Getting the best from your doctor’s appointment12 Menopause and work13 Menopause: the time of your lifeGlossary of TermsAcknowledgements ResourcesIndex

Henpicked is one of the UK’s largest, fastest-growing websites for women who weren’t born yesterday. We’re here to give women a place to have their say, sparking discussion, promoting healthy debate and, we hope, bringing about positive change. Here, you’ll find inspirational life stories, tips and advice for happiness, health and wealth, plus competitions and offers and recommended products and services.We believe that all the strong, kind, funny and wise women out there should be celebrated, and Henpicked is here to help us help each other… making our lives better, happier and more fulfilled.Join us at henpicked.net, on Facebook henpickedcommunity, or Twitter @henpickednetExpert contributors include: Dr Louise Newson, Dr Marilyn Glenville, Dr Heather Currie, Dr Karen Morton, Dr Marion Gluck, Kathryn Peden, Katherine Bellchambers, Pamela Windle and other specialists in their field.

The big ‘M’ doesn’t have to spell misery … Reveals there’s plenty you can to do to ensure the ‘change’ is one for the better.

• ForewordIntroduction1 When will I start the menopause?2 What is happening to my hormones?3 What symptoms could I notice during menopause?4 How will my periods be affected?5 What happens to my bones and ligaments during menopause?6 What is vaginal dryness and urinary incontinence?7 What will happen to my sex drive?8 Managing your menopause9 What is ‘premature’ menopause?10 Maintaining healthy relationships11 Getting the best from your doctor’s appointment12 Menopause and work13 Menopause: the time of your lifeGlossary of TermsAcknowledgements ResourcesIndex

Henpicked is one of the UK’s largest, fastest-growing websites for women who weren’t born yesterday. We’re here to give women a place to have their say, sparking discussion, promoting healthy debate and, we hope, bringing about positive change. Here, you’ll find inspirational life stories, tips and advice for happiness, health and wealth, plus competitions and offers and recommended products and services.We believe that all the strong, kind, funny and wise women out there should be celebrated, and Henpicked is here to help us help each other… making our lives better, happier and more fulfilled.Join us at henpicked.net, on Facebook henpickedcommunity, or Twitter @henpickednetExpert contributors include: Dr Louise Newson, Dr Marilyn Glenville, Dr Heather Currie, Dr Karen Morton, Dr Marion Gluck, Kathryn Peden, Katherine Bellchambers, Pamela Windle and other specialists in their field.

The big ‘M’ doesn’t have to spell misery … Reveals there’s plenty you can to do to ensure the ‘change’ is one for the better.

• ForewordIntroduction1 When will I start the menopause?2 What is happening to my hormones?3 What symptoms could I notice during menopause?4 How will my periods be affected?5 What happens to my bones and ligaments during menopause?6 What is vaginal dryness and urinary incontinence?7 What will happen to my sex drive?8 Managing your menopause9 What is ‘premature’ menopause?10 Maintaining healthy relationships11 Getting the best from your doctor’s appointment12 Menopause and work13 Menopause: the time of your lifeGlossary of TermsAcknowledgements ResourcesIndex