My Menopause Centre

My Menopause Centre My Menopause Centre will empower you to take control of your menopause and thrive. Our mission is to empower you to take control of your menopause and thrive.

At My Menopause Centre, founded by Dr Clare Spencer and Helen Normoyle, we believe that knowledge is power. That’s why we strive to empower women to take control of their menopause and thrive, with the help of accessible personalised care and expert information in a supportive community. We have created a new kind of women’s clinic, where we offer a holistic, evidence-based and personalised approach to the menopause. Our team is made up of dedicated menopause practitioners, as well as specialists in nutrition, fitness, sex, psychology and more. Listening is the heart of everything we do. We listen to you to understand your symptoms, goals and needs. We’ll work with you to create a treatment plan that’s right for you.

November is National Diabetes Month, so no better time to discuss the importance of managing diabetes for your future he...
24/11/2025

November is National Diabetes Month, so no better time to discuss the importance of managing diabetes for your future health and the management of long-term health risks.

For women with diabetes, navigating the hormonal changes of the menopause can make managing blood sugar levels and overall health more challenging. That’s because menopause influences diabetes in a number of ways:

💠Blood Sugar Changes: Menopause brings a natural decline in oestrogen and progesterone, two hormones that play essential roles in blood sugar regulation and insulin sensitivity
💠Symptoms: Hot flushes, mood swings, anxiety, sleep problems and weight gain can all affect diabetes management
💠Health Risks: Menopause and diabetes both raise risks for heart disease, and women with type 1 diabetes have an increased risk of osteoporosis

Dr Clare’s top tips for managing both diabetes and menopause symptoms are:
✅Attend your regular diabetic reviews. You may be advised to monitor blood sugars more regularly
✅Stay active and eat a balanced, heart-healthy diet
✅Prioritise good sleep and manage stress with relaxation techniques
✅HRT (hormone replacement therapy) is the recommended first line treatment for managing menopause symptoms and for most, the benefits outweigh the small risks. Just because you have diabetes doesn’t mean you can’t take HRT. You should discuss HRT with your GP or a menopause specialist who can help you assess the benefits and the risks

If you’d like to find out more, head here for this brilliant article by Dr Clare where she explains in more detail how each stage of menopause affects diabetes and what you can do to manage symptoms effectively:
https://www.mymenopausecentre.com/gp-resources/navigating-diabetes-through-the-menopause-transition-what-you-need-to-know-about-perimenopause-postmenopause-and-hrt/

We hope you find this information helpful ❤️

We love this quote from Maya Angelou because it captures the heart of what this stage in life is all about … it’s never ...
21/11/2025

We love this quote from Maya Angelou because it captures the heart of what this stage in life is all about … it’s never too late to know better — and to do better for yourself. Because ‘you’re worth it’!

“Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better.”

Here at My Menopause Centre, we're here to support you on every step of your mid-life journey... from expert advice to symptom checkers and live Q&As, our FREE website has everything you need to embrace menopause with confidence, while the specialist menopause doctors in our private clinic are here to provide you with outstanding one-to-one support and care. ❤️
Just head here:

📖https://www.mymenopausecentre.com

Join our Facebook group for community support, expert insights, and our popular Dr. Drop-In sessions, where every question is welcome and no topic is off-limits!
💟https://www.facebook.com/groups/323129437233730

20/11/2025

Our Dr. Drop-In Facebook sessions are popular and an easy way to get your questions answered.

Recently, Dr. Clare Spencer was asked:

“Can synthetic progesterone reduce anxiety? My doctor chose this because it reduces anxiety, but I’m not sleeping. Would bioidentical be better?”

Dr. Clare explains that bioidentical (body-identical) progesterone is biochemically identical to the hormone naturally produced by the body. Micronised progesterone is found in brands such as Utrogestan and Gepretix, which are available on prescription.

Both synthetic and body-identical progestogens can influence anxiety and mood by acting on the brain, but individual responses vary. If a synthetic progestogen isn’t helping, Dr. Clare suggests discussing a switch to body-identical progesterone with your doctor, as some women find it more effective for helping anxiety and sleep.

However, it isn’t guaranteed to work for everyone; the key is finding what’s right for you through careful medical guidance. So make that appt with your GP, or speak to one of the menopause specialists in our clinic.

And if you haven't already, why not join our Facebook community? It's a safe space to ask questions, share your experiences, and find support along the way. No topic is off limits!

Just head here:
💟https://www.facebook.com/groups/323129437233730

👩‍⚕️If you'd like to speak to one of the menopause doctors in our specialist clinic:
https://www.mymenopausecentre.com/book-appointment/

📖To visit our website:
https://www.mymenopausecentre.com

Perimenopause can feel like a long, unpredictable journey filled with fluctuating symptoms. But how do you know when you...
19/11/2025

Perimenopause can feel like a long, unpredictable journey filled with fluctuating symptoms. But how do you know when you’re nearing the end? Understanding the signs that perimenopause is ending can help you prepare for the transition into menopause and what comes next.

While every woman’s experience of the menopause is unique, in this article, My Menopause Centre's co-founder Dr Clare Spencer discusses the most common signs that perimenopause is coming to an end. Just head here:
👉https://www.mymenopausecentre.com/menopause-stages/perimenopause-to-menopause/signs-perimenopause-is-ending/

The end of perimenopause marks the beginning of a new phase of life. While some symptoms ease, others may require ongoing management. The key is to listen to your body, seek help if needed, and take proactive steps to support your health.

If you’re struggling, don’t suffer in silence!

Speak to your GP (or speak to one of the specialists at My Menopause Centre) if:
👉Your symptoms are impacting your quality of life
👉You want advice on HRT (hormone replacement therapy) or symptom management

If you...
👉Experience very heavy or prolonged bleeding
👉Have bleeding after menopause (this should always be checked).. please see your GP.

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18/11/2025

One of the questions we're often asked by our patients and community members is whether it's possible to start or continue to take HRT over the age of 60. Hear what Dr Clare has to say in this short video.

Find this information helpful? Why not share with your community - after all, sharing is caring! ❤️

To find out more about HRT or to join our friendly and supportive Facebook Group, just head here:

👉https://www.mymenopausecentre.com/knowledge/hormone-replacement-therapy
📖https://www.mymenopausecentre.com
💟https://www.facebook.com/groups/323129437233730

If you'd like to speak to Dr Clare or one of the other menopause doctors in our specialist clinic, head here to book an online appointment:
👩‍⚕️https://www.mymenopausecentre.com/book-appointment/

There’s been a lot of buzz lately about weight-loss injections, with names like Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro popping up ...
17/11/2025

There’s been a lot of buzz lately about weight-loss injections, with names like Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro popping up everywhere.

We know many of you have questions about how these medications work, their benefits and side effects, and whether they’re right for you during the menopause transition. It’s not surprising because weight gain is one of the most common issues that we are asked about in relation to menopause. Lots of you express your frustration that you have gained weight, can’t seem to lose it, and that it gets harder and harder to manage as you get older. These treatments can support weight loss and make a real difference for some women, especially when weight management feels harder than ever during perimenopause and menopause.

That’s why, in this blog written by our co-founder Dr Clare Spencer and Registered Nutritionist Joanne Bolger, we’re exploring this much-asked-about topic as well as how, if you do use weight-loss injections, they are most effective (and safest) when part of a broader, holistic health plan that supports nutrition, daily movement, and emotional wellbeing.

To read more, just head here:
👉https://www.mymenopausecentre.com/blog/weight-loss-injections-and-menopause-the-importance-of-nutrition-and-lifestyle-for-sustainable-results/

Find this information helpful? Why not share with your community! ♥️

Joanne Bolger Nutrition

Ever wonder why s*x can hurt after menopause?Well, when oestrogen levels take a dip during the menopause journey, va**na...
14/11/2025

Ever wonder why s*x can hurt after menopause?

Well, when oestrogen levels take a dip during the menopause journey, va**nal tissues can lose some elasticity and become more delicate. Add to that the fact that the va**na isn't as naturally lubed up as it used to be, and you've got a recipe for some pretty uncomfortable moments in the bedroom.

According to research from the British Menopause Society, over a third of women they talked to said they dealt with va**nal dryness, and more than one in ten experienced pain during s*x.

Whether you're planning a fun night with your partner or flying solo, there's a whole array of s*x toys and lubricants out there that can lend a hand with menopausal symptoms like va**nal dryness, painful s*x, and decreased sensitivity due to lower oestrogen levels in the body.

Want to learn more?

Check out our YouTube channel where we have lots of informative videos on an array of menopause symptoms, including one on the best s*x toys and lubrication for the menopause and beyond:
👉https://youtu.be/KECx-R-Zyck

or head here for this article in our Symptom Checker by Dr Clare:
👉https://www.mymenopausecentre.com/symptoms/va**nal-changes/

👩‍⚕️If you'd like to speak to one of the menopause doctors in our specialist clinic, head here to book an online appointment:
https://www.mymenopausecentre.com/book-appointment/

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One of the things we hear again and again from our amazing community is just how liberating midlife can be: finally livi...
14/11/2025

One of the things we hear again and again from our amazing community is just how liberating midlife can be: finally living life on our own terms and embracing who we truly are. As Andie MacDowell puts it so perfectly:

“I’m not young. And I’m OK with that. I feel so much more comfortable. It’s like I’ve taken off a mask.”

Here at My Menopause Centre, we're here to support you on every step of your mid-life journey... from expert advice to symptom checkers and live Q&As, our FREE website has everything you need to embrace menopause with confidence, while the specialist menopause doctors in our private clinic are here to provide you with outstanding one-to-one support and care. ❤️
Just head here:

📖https://www.mymenopausecentre.com

Join our Facebook group for community support, expert insights, and our popular Dr. Drop-In sessions, where every question is welcome and no topic is off-limits!
💟https://www.facebook.com/groups/323129437233730

13/11/2025

One question that Dr Clare is often asked is how long a woman can take HRT... and do you have to stop after 5 years?

Hear what she has to say in this short video.

Find this information helpful? Why not share with your community - after all, sharing is caring! ❤️

To find out more about HRT or to join our friendly and supportive Facebook Group, just head here:
👉https://www.mymenopausecentre.com/knowledge/hormone-replacement-therapy
📖https://www.mymenopausecentre.com
💟https://www.facebook.com/groups/323129437233730

If you'd like to speak to Dr Clare or one of the other menopause doctors in our specialist clinic, head here to book an online appointment:
👩‍⚕️https://www.mymenopausecentre.com/book-appointment/

What can I expect when I start HRT?This question comes up a lot, especially for those taking HRT for the first time, or ...
12/11/2025

What can I expect when I start HRT?

This question comes up a lot, especially for those taking HRT for the first time, or changing the type of HRT they are on. Some key things to know are:

✔️Symptoms can take up to 3 months to settle when you start HRT, though they usually improve more quickly than this
✔️If, after a maximum of 3 months, your symptoms are still not settling, take another look at your treatment plan with your doctor
✔️However, if you are struggling with severe symptoms, please go back to your doctor sooner - you don’t have to wait 3 months. A review of symptoms and ways of managing them may be helpful
✔️Any side effects (e.g. bloating, unscheduled va**nal bleeding) tend to settle in the first 3 months – often more quickly
✔️Keeping a diary can be helpful, particularly if you are on a sequential ‘bleed’ regime as it will help you to see whether you are only having side effects on the days that you take your progestogen
✔️If the side effects are severe or not settling, speak to your doctor

To read more expert advice from Dr Clare on what to expect when you start HRT, head here:
https://www.mymenopausecentre.com/gp-resources/what-to-expect-when-you-first-start-hrt-hormone-replacement-therapy/

What's been your experience of starting HRT? We'd love to hear from you in the comments below ❤️

11/11/2025

My Menopause Centre co-founder and menopause expert, Dr Clare Spencer answers more of your HRT questions. In this short video she explains the difference between body-identical and bio-identical HRT:

✔️They both refer to hormones that are biochemically the same as the hormones made by your ovaries (the alternatives are synthetic hormones that ‘plug’ your hormone receptors but are not biochemically identical).

Different menopause clinics use them to mean different things. On top of that, bioidentical hormones can be regulated or compounded (unregulated). Sounds confusing? Here’s a quick guide to help you understand what it all means:

✔️Regulated bioidentical hormones (rBHRT) - are usually derived from plants and are available on a standard, regulated prescription – they can be prescribed by our clinic or your GP/specialist in the NHS. They include oestradiol and micronised progesterone. Most of the HRT prescribed by doctors in the UK is rBHRT.

✔️Compounded bioidentical hormones (cBHRT) - these are marketed as precise duplicates of the hormones from your ovaries after blood test analysis. It’s worth noting that oestrogen levels can change day to day in the perimenopause so in reality, the blood test gives a snapshot of your hormone levels at that particular time. A private pharmacy then makes up the hormone combination prescribed by the clinic. These combinations do not follow the same regulations as conventional HRT and haven’t been through the same strict testing processes for effectiveness and safety. The blood tests and hormones are also very expensive – significantly more than the cost of a private or NHS prescription. More expensive does not necessarily mean better. Compounded bioidentical hormones are not regulated, not available on the NHS, and are not recommended by the British Menopause Society. That's why we don't prescribe them in our clinic.

Knowledge is power 💪 if you found this information helpful, why not share and help spread the word.❤️

We love this quote from Glennon Doyle because it celebrates the freedom that comes with aging. As we grow older, we can ...
07/11/2025

We love this quote from Glennon Doyle because it celebrates the freedom that comes with aging. As we grow older, we can shed the roles and expectations that once weighed us down, revealing a truer, more confident version of ourselves. That woman who’s “run out of effs to give” isn’t jaded — she’s finally living on her own terms!

Here at My Menopause Centre, we're here to support you on your terms ... from expert advice to symptom checkers and live Q&As, our FREE website has everything you need to embrace menopause with confidence, while the specialist menopause doctors in our private clinic are here to provide you with outstanding one-to-one support and care. ❤️

Just head here:

📖https://www.mymenopausecentre.com

Join our Facebook group for community support, expert insights, and our popular Dr. Drop-In sessions, where every question is welcome and no topic is off-limits!
💟https://www.facebook.com/groups/323129437233730

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