Midlife me time

19/09/2025

Calling Midlife women in Shropshire!

Midlife me time has joined forces with Sarah Summers Nutrition and Shirley Lane - Balancing Butterflies to bring you:

Shropshire Menopause Hub

By joining forces, we are able to bring you a wealth of support, connection and clarity around midlife and menopause.

The hub is for women at any stage of perimenopause, menopause and beyond. It is a locally based membership programme, offering education, support and signposting to many different professionals here in our community.

We offer a very warm welcome and no judgment to anyone who would like to join us and we look forward to meeting you.

If you have any questions at all, please direct message to discuss further.

Shropshire Menopause Hub - Knowing where to turn during menopause can feel overwhelming. That's why we have created the Shropshire Menopause Hub. From nutrition to mindset to movement and stress management.

16/09/2025

Hello to you all!!

Tomorrow evening will be the last Midlife me time in it’s current format and I want to take a moment to thank everyone that has ever attended. What started out as a nervous “Will this work and will anyone come along” turned into a wonderful community. I absolutely loved every minute and learned something from every speaker. The sense of community was very special and I felt lifted by just that alone.

I’m joining forces with Sarah Summers and Shirley Lane as we launch Shropshire Menopause Hub which combines our strengths and skills to offer women clarity, confidence and connection. You can find out more about the hub tomorrow evening and on Facebook and Instagram.

It is a membership programme and there will be a special offer for anyone attending tomorrow evening or signing up to the email newsletter. The offer lasts 24 hours and is valid for life - there is no tie ins or joining fees and the offer is so good!!!
The bonus of joining so early in the program, is not just a financial offer but to help shape the group.

I would love to see you tomorrow evening and hopefully within Shropshire Menopause Hub to continue our community with the additional benefits Sarah and Shirley bring with them.

Nicky x

15/09/2025

As summer winds down and the dark evenings start to draw in, it’s natural to notice your energy shifting, I know mine is.

It’s a timely reminder that our bodies need real care and support—not quick fixes or conflicting advice.

That’s why Nicky Taylor, Sarah Summers and myself are hosting Midlife Me Time—an evening designed to share insights, spark conversation, and offer simple practical tips for women in midlife.

~ It's this Wednesday 17 September

At the Darwin Community Centre, Frankwell, Shrewsbury

7pm – no booking required - just turn up and pay on the night.

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I will be talking about

“How to explain your menopause symptoms to the people around you (and how much you really need to!)”

We will also be unveiling something BRAND NEW for midlife women in Shropshire, with an exclusive one-time launch offer for everyone who attends.

If you’re looking for genuine connection and practical support in this stage of life, we’d love to welcome you.

09/09/2025

08/09/2025

Ciao from Gabicce, Italy 🇮🇹

Hard to believe that a few years ago I would have struggled to enjoy a holiday properly, due to a huge drop in self confidence as the menopause arrived.

Changes really happened when I joined a coaching group, by looking at why I was feeling as I was and working through how to make improvements with the help of not only a coach but a fantastic group of women. The power of connection was a huge boost, both online and in person, in this group of women we supported, listened and encouraged each other to achieve our own individual goals.

This has been my motivation when setting up Shropshire Menopause Hub, along with Sarah Summers Nutrition and Shirley Lane - Balancing Butterflies. We each bring something important to the group and connection is my focus, encouraging midlife women to be together both in person and online. By sharing stories, encouragement and just being there for each other we can feel supported and use the safe space created to navigate our own menopausal journey positively.

Shropshire Menopause Hub has been created for anyone who the menopause affects, here in Shropshire. Combining our individual skills of Science, Mindset and Connection we have developed a hub where women can access education about menopause issues, receive support and access a community of local women.

We open the doors on Wednesday 17th September and there is an opening offer for anyone who signs up for the news letter or attends Midlife me time on that date.

I can’t wait to warmly welcome you to Shropshire Menopause Hub.

02/09/2025

One of my favourite views!
Now I have discovered what makes me happy, I truly embrace it. A beach, my family and these two gorgeous & quirky creatures. At one time I just couldn’t even enjoy the simple things.

When I was in the thick of menopause, I thought I just had to get on with it. I didn’t want to ‘bother’ anyone or talk about what was happening.

But when I finally opened up to a group of women who were going through the same thing, it was like a weight lifted. I realised I wasn’t broken, and I wasn’t alone.

That’s why I’m so passionate about creating spaces for connection — and why I’m part of the Shropshire Menopause Hub.

Because when women come together, everything feels lighter.

✨ Doors open soon.”

31/08/2025

Resharing these photos of Darwin Community Centre, Frankwell, Shrewsbury, SY3 8JY.

We will be hosting our next Midlife me time event here on 17th September 7-9pm. No need to book £12 paid on the night. Refreshments provided.

“Talking about menopause “ Shirley Lane - Balancing Butterflies, talking us through what we can say to who about OUR menopause.

Small, friendly group, everyone welcome, no judgment ever. Just 2 hours of “your” time.

30/05/2025

Huge thanks to Noelle Watson for coming along to talk to us last night.
I have come away with lots of plans and will use Noelle’s tips too. In fact, I kicked procrastination to the ground this morning and headed for the gym.

A really great group, who all created such a lovely atmosphere and great discussion, thank you all.

Just planning the next session and will let you know the details asap.

29/05/2025

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Do you have a couple of hours free this evening?

Are you a midlife woman who is a little confused about the best exercise to do, need some motivation to get started or encouragement to move a little more?

A warm welcome awaits you at St. Peter’s Church and Community hall, Monkmoor Road, Shrewsbury, SY2 5BE, 7:30pm tonight 29/5/25. £12 payable on the night, no booking required, just turn up.

You will be offered a drink, a seat, great company and fantastic advice from Noelle Watson but never any judgment or obligation to take part if you prefer to sit and listen.

I look forward to meeting you later. X

18/05/2025

I’m really looking forward to this on 29th May.
Especially the tips and motivational magic!

18/05/2025

What does the word “exercise “ conjure up in your mind???

For me, right now in midlife, it is something that I know I should do but don’t think I do enough of!
Does that sound familiar??

There is an element of confusion though, as exercise used to be all about cardio and burning up calories but now in midlife the advice is weights to build muscle.

If I’m honest, I’m using this “confusion “ to avoid exercising a bit! Traditionally, exercise meant hard work, pain, exhaustion and not much fun, however, if we replace the word exercise with movement, more enjoyable experiences, like a walk or swim seem much more appealing.

With this confusion and avoidance in mind, I have arranged for the fabulous Noelle Watson to come to talk to us at Midlife me time on Thursday 29th May, 7:30 - 21:30 at St. Peter’s Church and Community hall, SY2 5 BE.

Noelle will explain how exercise actually benefits us in midlife and really importantly makes us feel good. No Lycra required, no judgment at all, maybe some gentle movement if you want to or sit and listen if you prefer.

Cost £12, payable on the night, to include refreshments, no booking required, just turn up.

You will leave with a clearer picture of the importance and benefits of movement and exercise in midlife and just what you can do to make this happen easily in your life.

As always a warm welcome and never any judgment awaits you. Feel free to join in discussions or sit and listen, arrive with friends or on your own.

I’m really looking forward to meeting you.