Book club
Our recommended reads on menopause and perimenopause.
by Dr Ginni Mansberg
“Night sweats, hot flushes, anxiety, insomnia, exhaustion, itchy skin, low libido, painful sex … Any of these sound familiar? Ninety per cent of women experience these symptoms some time between the ages of 40 and 60, but shhhhhhh … just suck it up, princess. And nobody mention the M word.
Menopause and perimenopause (the hormonal rollercoaster years leading up to a woman's last period) are among our last taboo subjects. Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) - once widely prescribed as the magical secret of youth - has been shunned by women and their doctors for two decades. Dr Ginni Mansberg, one of Australia's most trusted health and wellbeing experts, is here to work through the evidence and bust the taboos out of the water. The M Word is all about you and your choices”
by Tania Malan
It’s time to change the way we think about getting older. In Ageless, Tania Malan shows that rather than accepting ageing as an inevitable part of life, we can treat and prevent it, so we can look good and feel well throughout our lives.
Understand how stress, injury, illness and lifestyle impact your body, leading to cellular ageing. Discover how personalised medicine is revolutionising the treatment of ageing to extend health span. Learn how hormones affect the way you look and feel, and why balancing them is essential as you get older,
Develop an awareness of the changes occurring beneath your skin, and the role of aesthetic treatments in helping you become ageless. Find out how innovative science can help you live healthier and look better for longer.
by Dr Siobhan O'Sullivan
Fertility is regarded as a societal landmark of womanhood and youth. Thus, learning of the diagnosis of ovarian insufficiency becomes an extremely traumatic life event, more so when it occurs at your early thirties, as in the case of the author. The impact POI (premature ovarian insufficiency) has on an individual's life satisfaction and self-esteem is as challenging as the health issues that comes with it. But still, it is not the end of life!
My Life on Pause by Dr Siobhan O'Sullivan wonderfully presents the author's own journey on her diagnosis and management of POI at a young age of thirty-one, that affected her psychological sequelae and ability to form and maintain relationships. It emphasises looking at the brighter side of life, which can be simple but special as re-uniting with friends and family. To anyone going through it, the book affirms ‘You are not alone'.
by Lisa Caroll
An ardent explorer of the human condition, Lisa M. Carroll is an author who transforms personal adversity into global advocacy. When Lisa's personal encounter with menopause revealed a stark void in accessible, empathetic resources for women, she rose to the challenge. Trading her Air Force uniform for a writer's quill, this retired Judge Advocate embarked on a mission to empower women through knowledge.
Lisa's decade-long journey through perimenopause imbues her writing with authenticity and deep understanding. She artfully weaves her experiences, not just as an author, but as a mother, partner, friend, and self-proclaimed goofball, creating a tapestry that resonates with women everywhere.
Equally at home in a courtroom, an Air Force base, or applying her perfect lipliner, Lisa is as multifaceted as the women she writes for. Through her candid exploration of menopause, Lisa seeks to embolden women to navigate this crucial life stage with confidence and camaraderie. For Lisa M. Carroll, the mission is clear: to ensure no woman faces menopause feeling isolated, unprepared, or misunderstood.
by Claire Hattrick
Menopause Help: Before, During and After is a book aimed at saving the NHS millions! Our mission is to get this book out to all women in their 30s so they are educated on the main menopause symptoms before they reach this stage in their life. Often Menopause Symptoms are mistaken for other illnesses, but with this early menopause information, many unnecessary hospital appointments could be avoided and dealt with at GP level. This book comprises of short, easy to read chapters covering the main symptoms of the menopause, with clear contents page meaning you can skip to the symptoms or chapters you are interested in.
by Kate Usher
Menopause is a fact of every woman's life. For approximately 75% of women, the symptoms they experience will have a detrimental effect on their ability to work, interact with colleagues and maintain relationships with those they love. It can have a corrosive effect on women's confidence, social ability and even their sense of self.
Moving forward, it is important to create a conversation around Menopause and how organizations and individuals can be more empathetic to women during this stage of life. In this book, Kate explores the best ways to cope with these changes, how to manage new and existing relationships, and how to manage your future – all in an accessible and entertaining way.
by Amanda Thebe
Menopause and perimenopause are no laughing matter - but that doesn't stop Amanda Thebe from approaching them with a sense of humor. In this hilarious and personal account, the fitness trainer shares how she lost weight, dealt with her depression, improved her sleep, and overhauled her diet to survive - and thrive - during menopause. Now, you can, too!
Includes a training guide with strength workouts for women over 40.
by Jenny Eclair
Older and Wider is Jenny Eclair's hilarious, irreverent and refreshingly honest compendium of the menopause. From C for Carb-loading and G for Getting Your Shit Together to I for Invisibility and V for Vaginas, Jenny's whistle-stop tour of the menopause in all its glory will make you realise that it really isn't just you. Jenny will share the surprising lessons she has learnt along the way as well as her hard-won tips on the joy of cardigans, dealing with the empty nest (get a lodger) and keeping the lid on the pressure cooker of your temper (count to twenty, ten is never enough).
by Jane Simpson
Straightforward, no-nonsense guidance on one of the most vital (and often ignored) women's health and wellbeing issues.
- Learn how to treat common problems such as stress incontinence, overactive bladder and prolapse
- Get back into shape post-pregnancy
- Enjoy a healthy sex life at every stage of your life
By Dr Ginni Mansberg
Save Your Brain answers all these questions and more. As we age, dementia and Alzheimer's pose a serious threat to our health and wellbeing. To give us a running start in the fight against cognitive decline, GP and acclaimed broadcaster Dr Ginni Mansberg presents the very latest evidence-based research on how to protect your most valuable asset – your clever, vulnerable, powerful brain. As the health of our brains increasingly takes centre stage, Ginni gives up-to-the-minute advice and strategies you can implement now to protect your brain as you age.
by Karen Newby
The Natural Menopause Method is a complete one-stop guide to the perimenopause and menopause, covering everything from recognising symptoms to managing relationships and understanding which treatments really work. Author Karen Newby takes a wholistic approach to Midlife and the biological and social challenges it throws at us.
by Emma Skeates
Confessions of the Menopausal Mayhem Mother is the crazy story of a girl who had a plan – like many women, it was simply get married, have a couple of kids and live happily ever after with her Prince Charming. But, like with a lot of plans in the real world, the wrecking ball came in and Emma’s life with two small children got turned upside down and the journey that followed is relatable, hilarious and often wet yourself funny, excruciating, but also very real all at the same time. It is currently being made into a feature film directed by award winning Jason Figgis.
by Emily Barclay
Emily Barclay, known affectionately as the Peri Godmother to the tens of thousands of women in her online community, created the Perimenopause Hub in 2019 after years of not getting answers from doctors about why she was so fatigued yet couldn’t sleep, why she was gaining weight, was angry, was crying at nothing, was over-stressed, and frankly was a total mess. In this exhaustive manual for the perimenopausal woman, Emily calls upon the panel of experts from her website to guide the reader through the many troublesome aspects of this life stage. This book is a must-read for perimenopausal women, and for those who aren’t quite there yet.
by Louise Webster
If you've ever felt there must be a another way to navigate motherhood and careers, "A New Way for Mothers" by Louise Webster is your guide. The founder of Beyond the school run redefines working alongside motherhood, unlocking natural talents and fostering connection with purpose and the wider world. This transformative guide is perfect for mothers aspiring to follow their dreams while parenting, offering step-by-step support.
by Victoria Hardy
Menopause – just for woman of a certain age, right? Hell no!
Whatever your age, whether menopausal already or about to take flight, it can feel like a swirl of uncertainty, overwhelming information and lose your sh*t rages! Many feel alone, but it doesn’t need to be this way – let’s make our own rules…
Get your empowerment pants on, because we’re having the conversation and crushing the stigma!
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