Menopause: The Elephant In The Room | YKMS

Episode OverviewIn this episode, we dive into peri-menopause—something so many of us face, yet rarely talk about.Aileen and Julie share their personal experiences with everything from brain fog and sleepless nights to unexpected symptoms like anxiety and allergies, offering honesty, insight, and a reminder that you’re not alone.Key Discussion PointsAcknowledging the Elephant in the Room - How menopause often feels sidelined, despite being a significant life transition.The Symptom Minefield - Exploring 48 recognised symptoms of menopauseNavigating Treatments and Misstepn - The trial-and-error nature of finding solutionsThe Bigger Picture - The impact of menopause on relationships, and mental health.Reclaiming the Narrative - The power of knowledge and advocacy when seeking medical care.Listener TakeawaysYou’re not alone: Menopause is a shared journey—many women are going through it too.Know your options: Understanding symptoms gives you back some control.Reach out: Support from friends, GPs, or professionals can make all the difference.Prioritise you: Self-care isn’t selfish—it’s essential.Join the ConversationWe’d love to hear from you! Share your menopause journey, what’s worked for you, and what hasn’t.  Links & Resources MentionedFor Incredible Holiday Portraits (discount code YKMS24):https://www.gsixtysix.com/category/xmas2448 Symptoms of Menopause: https://wuka.co.uk/blogs/menopause/48-symptoms-of-menopauseBook: Menopausing: The Positive Roadmap to Your Second Spring By Davina McCall & Dr Naomi PotterWomenwise Health: https://womenwise.health/Join Us for More on Patreon!Please join us on Patreon for our Sanity Checks - our short weekly episodes where we share what’s really on our minds. They’ve been part of the podcast since the very beginning - those little check-ins and raw conversations. Now, for the price of a coffee a month, you'll get this extra weekly episode plus much more!Join Us via this link:https://www.patreon.com/14211197/join BetterHelp Paid Partnership - Get 10% off your first monthIf you’re struggling, consider therapy with our paid partner BetterHelp. Visit https://betterhelp.com/youkeepmesane for a 10% discount on your first month of therapy.BetterHelp makes it easy to find a therapist who suits your needs. Their online platform connects you with credentialed therapists, and if your first match isn’t the right fit, you can switch.Links:Download Enough - Our Self Worth Reset.Follow YKMS Podcast on IG @youkeepmesane.pod  Follow YKMS on FB https://www.facebook.com/YouKeepMeSanePodEmail us at  [email protected] to our Newsletter: https://www.youkeepmesane.com/subscribe/Hosts: Aileen Harvey & Julie FahySee https://www.buzzsprout.com/privacy for privacy informationDisclaimer: Remember, we’re two friends sharing our personal experiences and discussing everyday challenges. We’re not qualified coaches or therapists, and our content is for general information and supportive conversation only. If you need professional help, please seek advice from a licensed therapist.