24/07/2025
What will it take for society to truly support women affected by menopause??
Todayâs news from Gorleston is truly heartbreaking.
Another woman gone too soon, struggling with the weight of menopause symptoms, and the silence that too often surrounds them.
Menopause isnât just âhot flushesâ or âa bit of moodiness.â For many women, itâs anxiety, crushing fatigue, brain fog, and a loss of self that can feel unbearable. And when weâre too confused or ashamed to reach out, or feel like we're not listened to by employers, by GPs, or even by the people around us that pain deepens.
No woman should feel like sheâs facing this battle alone.
If this has struck a chord with you, or youâve been silently coping, please know that help and support are out there and you deserve it.
To make it easier, Iâve put together a bundle of free resources for you to download, please feel free to share these resources with anyone who may find them helpful:
A simple form you can hand to your employer, GP, menopause clinic, or to a therapist specialising in menopause care (like myself), to highlight the support you need.
https://1drv.ms/w/c/dc3b49188e692729/EekRk0i5NFZLp3UgCgcrCM8BrVEpd-o5qAjE1KmNahXScg
Symptom trackers you can take to appointments to ensure your voice is heard.
https://www.canva.com/design/DAGiQQxTtGc/8KJUiStulAPF6iMpyIQKsA/edit?utm_content=DAGiQQxTtGc&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=sharebutton
Self care essentials workbook
https://www.canva.com/design/DAGiFJHUg0w/02L5KFurpijQf3CKUMKCKQ/edit?utm_content=DAGiFJHUg0w&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=sharebutton
If this post resonates, please take what you need. And if youâre struggling, reach out, you truly are not alone, I too have walked the path you are on and understand how it affects your body, mind and relationships with yourself and those you love. đ¤
Im also thinking of setting up a virtual get together for women to come together, no pressure to simply listen/talk/support each other, so on the bad/days/weeks you are never alone 𫶠If this is something you'd like, let me know.
If you or someone you love is in crisis, please contact your GP, or out of hours, call 111, 999, or Samaritans on 116 123.
EDP 24
Cllr. Daniel Candon
Great Yarmouth Gazette
Wellness Within Menofit
Gorleston Menopause Mayhem