Menopause, Midlife and Mayhem
Menopause, Midlife and Mayhem
Podcast Description
What does it really mean to be in menopause? What about perimenopause? What does someone in menopause look like? Join me as I lift the curtain and go behind the scenes of midlife and menopause.
We'll talk about all the good things, and not so good things about "this time of life". If you are younger, you will be ready for both peri and menopause when they happen. If you are older, you will see that you are not alone. And you are not crazy.
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The podcast focuses on various aspects of menopause and midlife, including mental health, nutrition, physical activity, sleep, and self-awareness. Episode examples illustrate these themes, such as insightful discussions with menopause experts and practical advice on how to cope with the changes during this phase of life.
What does it really mean to be in menopause? What about perimenopause? What does someone in menopause look like? Join me as I lift the curtain and go behind the scenes of midlife and menopause.
We’ll talk about all the good things, and not so good things about “this time of life”. If you are younger, you will be ready for both peri and menopause when they happen. If you are older, you will see that you are not alone. And you are not crazy.
Thank you so much for being part of this special conversation with Darlene and me today! Big thanks to Darlene and I hope you found a lot of value in our chat – I know I did.
Here are my top takeways:
Darlene created the group after going through a lot of challenges herself and feeling unsupported at work. She is a trailblazer and after taking medical leave and conducting a ton of research, she wanted to create a group that would help build a sense of community, that would empower and support her daughter and other younger members of the public service and that would provide evidence-based resources to the members.
She chose the name My Menopause at Work because it speaks to the personal journey that is each person’s menopausal journey within the workplace.
Darlene really appreciates the support she received from Lynne Lamarche who was the group’s executive sponsor, something she cited as essential for anyone wanting to create their own group at their own workplace. She cites improved retention, increased productivity, and engagement for reasons to create a My Menopause at Work group.
It is an inclusive group, and gender diverse folks and allies are welcome to join. The group is focused on supporting everyone, and although the majority of the close to 1,800 members are part of the public service, in fact, anyone can become a member. Darlene also gave a shout out to Diane, a UK- based member of the group.
The group meets virtually on Teams on the second Thursday of every month from 12 pm to 1 pm EST.
They welcome knowledgeable and passionate experts on menopause, and Darlene conducts a lot of due diligence in identifying speakers who can share evidence-based information and resources with the members.
If someone is interested in creating their own My Menopause at Work group, she suggests supporting your business case by using reports and statistics such as the Menopause Foundation of Canada’s report, Menopause and Work in Canada (which actually features the group My Menopause at Work).
Darlene also shared that women over 40 make up one quarter of our workforce, and it is estimated that the unmanaged symptoms of menopause cost the economy $3.5 billion per year. This represents a huge opportunity for employers to provide support for what is a universal experience.
The bottom line is that women aged 40 plus are a valuable resource employers simply cannot afford to lose.
Big thanks to Darlene for joining us on the podcast, and thank you for everything you are doing for so many other people.
Thank you for sharing this time with us, and remember to please share the podcast with someone you think would appreciate joining the community.
Looking forward to next month’s podcast when we will be tackling the topic of menopause and grief. Get ready for a fabulous conversation with the amazing Edi Pasalis, another inspiring menopause leader. Until then, let’s take a pause together.
Resources:
Darlene: Menopause Champion and Changemaker – The Menopause Foundation of Canada
Menopause in the Workplace with Darlene Mulcahey – CPHR NL
My Menopause at Work : Upcoming events / Ma ménopause au travail : Prochains événements | LinkedIn
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