Menopause Nurse Memo's
Join Vikki Ellison an advanced menopause specialist nurse from Calm Menopause & Wellbeing Clinic each week for bite-sized conversations on perimenopause and menopause—designed to inform, reassure, and empower. In under 15 minutes, you’ll get clear, practical insights into everything from symptoms and treatment options to lifestyle tips and the latest evidence-based guidance. Whether you’re navigating hormonal changes yourself, supporting someone who is, or simply curious about this natural life stage, these short episodes cut through the noise with expert advice you can trust.
Menopause Nurse Memo's
Understanding Perimenopause & Menopause
🎙️ Episode Title: Understanding Perimenopause & Menopause
Menopause isn’t just a single moment in time—it’s a natural transition that every woman experiences, and yet it’s often misunderstood or rarely talked about. In this episode, we break down what perimenopause (the years leading up to menopause) and menopause (the point when menstrual periods have stopped for 12 consecutive months) really mean for your body and mind.
We’ll explore the common symptoms—like hot flushes, night sweats, mood changes, sleep disturbances, irregular cycles, and brain fog—as well as some of the less obvious signs such as joint pain, changes in skin and hair, and shifts in libido.
Most importantly, we’ll talk about what you can do about it. From lifestyle changes and natural remedies to medical treatments such as hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and non-hormonal options, you’ll learn what’s available so you can make informed choices about your health.
Whether you’re approaching this stage of life, already navigating it, or simply want to understand it better, this episode offers clarity, compassion, and practical tools for managing the journey through perimenopause and menopause.