Should I Tell My Boss or HR About Menopause? How to Talk About Menopause at Work Many women going through perimenopause or menopause quietly ask the same question: Should I tell my boss or HR that menopause is affecting my work — or should I stay silent and push through? In this episode, menopause educator and leadership coach Karen Roy explores one of the most searched and emotionally complex topics around menopause at work. This honest, conversational discussion helps high-performing women understand when disclosure can be helpful, when it may not be necessary, and how to talk about menopause professionally without oversharing or risking career credibility. This episode is especially relevant for women in leadership roles, professional environments, or corporate settings who are experiencing symptoms like brain fog, fatigue, anxiety, or confidence changes at work. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why “should I tell my boss about menopause?” is such a common and difficult question How menopause symptoms can impact work performance and confidence The difference between talking to your manager vs HR about menopause When disclosing menopause at work may be supportive — and when it may not How to ask for workplace support or accommodations without sharing medical details What to say (and what not to say) when discussing menopause professionally Why hormonal awareness is an essential leadership skill for midlife women Key Takeaway: You don’t have to disclose menopause at work to be supported. What matters is knowing what you need to do your job well — and advocating for yourself with clarity, confidence, and intention. Why This Conversation Matters: Menopause is a biological transition, not a personal weakness — yet many workplaces still lack understanding and support. Without the right language or strategy, women often suffer in silence, leading to burnout, disengagement, or self-doubt. This episode helps normalize menopause in the workplace while empowering women to protect both their well-being and their careers. Resources Mentioned: I’m Not Crazy, You’re Not Crazy, It’s Menopause by Karen Roy - available on Amazon The CLEAN Method — a hormone-aware framework for lifestyle, leadership, and menopause support IG NotCrazyjust_Menopause www.notcrazyjustmenopause.com Who This Episode Is For: Women navigating menopause at work Women in leadership or professional roles Employers and HR professionals seeking insight Anyone searching for guidance on how to talk to an employer about menopause About the Host Karen Roy is a menopause educator, speaker, health and wellness expert, and leadership mentor who helps high-performing midlife women understand their hormones so they can lead, work, and live with clarity, confidence, and calm. Through her work, Karen bridges the gap between menopause, leadership, and real life, translating complex hormonal changes into practical tools women can actually use — at work, at home, and in their relationships. She is the author of I’m Not Crazy, You’re Not Crazy, It’s Menopause: A Girlfriend’s Guide to Survive, co-author of Leadership It is Not Just for Leaders, and the creator of the CLEAN Method, a hormone-aware approach to menopause, lifestyle, and leadership. Karen is passionate about normalizing menopause in the workplace, empowering women to advocate for themselves, and helping organizations better support women through midlife transitions. Her approach is grounded, compassionate, and science-informed — without fear-based messaging or overwhelm. On this podcast, Karen brings honest conversations, practical guidance, and real talk for women who are done pushing through — and ready to lead differently.
