Real Deal Answers About The Menopause Questions You're Too Afraid To Ask

In this week’s show, we’re dedicated to cutting through the myths and the fluff to share the facts and information all women need to hear.  Starting perimenopause can feel chaotic, leaving you second-guessing every reaction, memory, and physical change. Michelle addresses the common experience of being dismissed by a GP, being told you are too young, that it is just stress, or that "it's all in your head". Listen as she tackles six of the most common, real-life, "no BS" questions that women whisper to their friends but feel too awkward or exhausted to ask out loud. Michelle Answers Is it normal to suddenly hate everyone and then cry over something ridiculous five minutes later?  Why do I feel like I've got a hangover when I haven't even had a drink? Why does everything hurt now? Why do I feel like my brain is on a five-second delay? Why am I gaining weight when I haven't changed anything?  Why do I still feel awful even though I've tried everything?  BEST MOMENTS Starting perimenopause can feel like you've been dropped into the middle of a chaotic party and no one told you the dress code, the rules, or even why you're there." "You might have been told by your GP that you're too young, that it's just stress, or worse, that it's all in your head." "You're not losing it. You're overloaded and under-supported. And that's a fixable problem." "You're not broken. You're just working with a body that's doing what it thinks it needs to do to survive. And with the right support, you can shift it." HOST BIO Michelle is a highly respected Physiotherapist and Menopause Wellbeing Practitioner with over two decades of experience in the health and wellness industry. After experiencing seven years of debilitating symptoms herself before realising it was perimenopause, Michelle has since dedicated her career to helping other women navigate this transformative stage of life. Her personal journey fuels her passion for educating and empowering women, as well as training businesses and health professionals through her specialised menopause and wellbeing workshops.  A best-selling author and sought-after speaker, Michelle combines deep clinical expertise with relatable, real-world experience. Through her podcast, "Menopause - The Real Deal," she offers evidence-based guidance, authentic conversations, and practical strategies. Listeners trust Michelle for her empathetic understanding and her commitment to helping women thrive, making her a leading voice in the menopause space. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/michelle.kimp.9/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle_rowlinson Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-rowlinson-38330b21a Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@MenopauseTheRealDeal My Book: You, me conquering perimenopause & menopause https://amzn.eu/d/hCcbjag Website www.panaceapause.co.uk