The book I wish I’d had 10 years ago! The book I will give to my daughter, family, friends, colleagues, clients and recommend to anyone wanting to be prepared for perimenopause, seeking a perspective that includes “people with disabilities, queer, transgender, non-binary and other gender diverse people; BIPOC, working class and other folks” (Corrina, 2020)

I was delighted to contribute my personal experience of surgical menopause to ‘Surgical Menopause’ Not Your Typical Menopause, published April 2021. There is also a chapter from me with guidance on getting back to work post-op, enjoy!

’The book is a unique collection of narratives from women with lived experience of surgical menopause. Open, honest, and courageous. If a surgical menopause is looming for you, this book will help ensure you are better informed and better able to meet some of the unique challenges that will likely ensue. Because, when it comes to our health, forewarned is indeed forearmed, and knowledge is power.’

“..if you have ever menstruated, you can go through menopause, a point in life that marks 12 months without a menstrual cycle. The time leading up to menopause is known as perimenopause, and once you’ve reached the point of 12 months without a menstrual cycle, you are post-menopausal. It is not just cis women who experience menopause. Remember non-binary people, trans men, and other gender non-conforming groups who also experience menopause and do so under even greater levels of silence and taboo.”

Finding out in your teenage years or early twenties that you are menopausal can be devastating; receiving the same diagnosis in your late thirties is overwhelming; learning that you are post-menopausal while undergoing fertility treatment in your early forties may leave you blind-sided.

Written with compassion and through an inclusive lens, this book offers a road-map to navigating the emotional and hormonal rollercoaster that accompanies these diagnoses. Drawing on their own experiences and their clinical expertise, the authors bring together the latest research, insights and the voices of women themselves with a whole-body approach that prioritizes empowerment and health.

Explore a diverse and empowering anthology delving into Black experiences of menopause. This collection courageously breaks through taboos, drawing on storytelling traditions to share honest and vulnerable narratives. From emotional and mental health to sexuality and complementary therapies, this anthology offers sincere insights, fostering empathy and understanding

Discover a comprehensive guide to women's health by celebrated GP, Dr. Nighat Arif. Covering puberty, fertility, and menopause, Dr. Nighat provides insights into the female body's changes and offers practical advice for self-care and seeking help. From endometriosis to heart disease symptoms in women, this inclusive book addresses diverse perspectives, including women of color, individuals of all abilities, cultures, and the transgender community. A vital resource for all genders and ages, from preteens to those facing fertility challenges or gynecological issues, this book is indispensable for navigating every stage of women's health.escription goes here