Menopause Cafe Derby

03/08/2026

Come and join us for the next Menopause Cafe in a few weeks. It’s a friendly space to talk with others about your experience. It’s also ok to just come and listen. Come as you are 🩷

Join us for a relaxed chat about menopause. Everyone is welcome, regardless of age or where you are on your journey

03/08/2026

I have spoken to far too many women who are in this position. It’s really not good enough that companies aren’t more proactive in supporting their menopausal staff.

💜 Did you know?

Around 1 in 6 women (17%) have considered leaving their job because they didn't feel supported during menopause.

Even more worrying, 6% have already left work for this reason.
No one should have to choose between their health and their career.

A little understanding, open conversations and practical workplace support can make a huge difference. Whether it's flexible working, manager awareness, or simply creating a culture where menopause can be discussed without embarrassment, every step counts.

Let's keep breaking the stigma and making workplaces more menopause friendly. 💜
Have you seen positive changes in your workplace, or is there still a long way to go? Share your thoughts below. 👇



https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/shattering-the-silence-about-menopause-12-month-progress-report

24/07/2026

Menopause can be a time of enormous change.

For some women, talking with others who simply get it can be a huge relief. For others, it helps to have a private space to explore the emotional impact of this stage of life.

That’s why I offer two different ways to find support:

☕ Menopause Café Derby – a welcoming, informal community where conversations about menopause can happen openly and without judgement.

💜 Menopause Counselling – one-to-one support if you’d like to explore your own experiences in a safe, confidential space.

You don’t have to navigate menopause alone. Whatever support looks like for you, it’s OK to reach out.

If you’d like to know more about either, feel free to get in touch.

18/07/2026

Love Sharon Blackie. And she does offer a different perspective on menopause that I found useful when I was ready to hear it…

" We don’t tell women that ‘Yes, the menopause is really s**t, but actually there are some amazing things that can happen as a consequence of it and a whole new adventure.’

Oestrogen is the nurturing hormone. It’s the one that keeps you nice and wanting you to take care of people. And it’s gone. So what happens?

You think, ‘OK, my whole life is not about being nice.’”

Sharon Blackie, author of Hagitude.

Have you found menopause liberating?

17/07/2026

Another lovely Menopause Cafe in Derby last night. Thanks to all who attended. The next one is now available to book. Come and join us. All welcome 🥰

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1994230870216?aff=oddtdtcreator

10/07/2026

Looking forward to the next Menopause Cafe on 16 July as our friends The Good Works Collective are coming along to offer a little bit of crafting whilst we chat. There might be some chocolate treats too. What’s not to love ❤️

There are a couple of tickets still remaining if you want to join us

Join us for a relaxed chat about menopause. Everyone is welcome, regardless of age or where you are on your journey

01/07/2026

Another month brings another lovely calendar from Action for Happiness. Print, share, take action… 🩷

27/06/2026

Through both my work as a counsellor and my own experience of menopause, I’ve seen how this stage of life can prompt us to question ourselves and our relationships. I’ve explored this in my latest article, which I hope offers reassurance and understanding.

https://www.facebook.com/share/1crnoYW5XG/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Can menopause affect how you feel about your relationship? Counsellor Bec Haynes explores why relationship doubts can emerge and when counselling may help. ⬇️ http://ow.ly/VIRb106A3qO

24/06/2026

Can anyone help with this research?

Research Request

Calling all neurodivergent women in perimenopause, menopause or post-menopause!

Are you in the UK, neurodivergent and experiencing / have experienced the menopause transition? We are looking for people just like you to take part in an interview to help us to understand the living experience of neurodivergence and the menopause transition.

The interview will last about 30-45 mins and will take place on Zoom.

We will ask your experiences, barriers to seeking support and coping strategies.

As a thank you for your time, you will receive a £20 voucher.

Please contact Emma Rouse on [email protected] for more information.

The study has been approved by the Oxford Brookes University Research Ethics Committee – ref 191352

PLEASE SHARE!!

24/06/2026

It’s so lovely to read the feedback from the last Menopause Cafe. Someone said “it’s such a relief to know that I don’t have to go through this alone” 🥰

Come along and join us at the next Menopause Cafe on Thursday 16 July 7-9pm. Book your free ticket through Eventbrite. Hope to see you there.

Join us for a relaxed chat about menopause. Everyone is welcome, regardless of age or where you are on your journey