#100: Talking menopause as a family: breaking the menopause taboo

In this special 100th episode, I’m bringing my husband Kev back to the podcast to discuss the importance of talking about menopause within families. Kev was a hit on his appearance on episode 22, so I thought now was a great time to have him return as a guest to chat about the importance of opening up the conversation within families on perimenopause and menopause.

I’m exploring with Kev and my sixteen-year-old daughter Lois what menopause means to them and how the changes I’m navigating in perimenopause are affecting our family.  I believe sharing our thoughts and experiences will help other women to get the support they need from their families and to help encourage others to make menopause something that feels comfortable to talk about at home and in other communities.

The episode ends with a bit of fun in a quick-fire round of questions for Kev, and wraps up with three simple steps for couples and families to break the taboo around menopause.

In this special episode we’re sharing with you:

• Our personal experiences and insights as a couple and family.
• The importance of open communication and support within families for navigating the challenges of menopause. 
• How menopause can have a significant impact on mental health and careers, and it is important to address these issues.
• That there is still a lack of conversation around menopause in workplaces and society, and this needs to change.
• Feedback from my daughter Lois around her thoughts on menopause and what it means to her.
• Including menopause in conversations with children can help normalise the topic and empower them.
• Laughter, love, and compassion should be part of the conversation around menopause.
• Three simple steps for couples and families: communicate openly, provide support, and maintain a positive outlook.

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