For our first ever Blog post, we wanted to take the opportunity to introduce ourselves and share a bit more about who we are, our backgrounds, and the story behind what we do and why we do it. Understanding the journey that led to the creation of Your Menopause Nurse might help provide a deeper connection to what drives us here.
1 Jul 2025 16:00
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) can be life-changing for many women navigating the challenges of perimenopause and menopause. It helps ease symptoms like hot flushes, night sweats, mood swings, and brain fog by replenishing declining hormone levels. But like any treatment, HRT can come with side effects - some mild, some more noticeable. Thankfully, for most ladies, these side effects generally settle after three months.
2 Jun 2025 18:00
Firstly, it's important to understand that vaginal oestrogen is not the same as HRT. It will only target the vaginal/vulval/bladder areas and it comes in much, much lower doses than HRT. Also, if you are using HRT, you can also use vaginal oestrogen treatment. HRT alone may not be enough to tackle your vulvovaginal and/or bladder symptoms. If you're generally fit and well, you don't have to choose between the two.Vaginal oestrogen is very low dose - it wont help with any other menopause symptoms such as hot flushes, aches and pains or mood changes. It is safe for almost anyone to use with only a few exceptions. For those rare exceptions there are alternative options including non hormonal treatments such as the YES vaginal moisturisers and lubricants. If you have had cancer previously and you've been advised not to use vaginal oestrogen but your symptoms are impacting on your day to day life, please discuss this with your specialist as they may consider changing your current medication which could then allow you to use vaginal oestrogen.Now that we've got all that out of the way....
10 Jun 2025 16:30
Menopause is a transformative phase in a woman’s life, bringing a host of physiological changes that can impact physical and mental health. While symptoms such as hot flushes, mood swings, and sleep disturbances can be challenging, one of the most powerful ways to support the body and mind during this transition is through regular exercise, especially strength and resistance training.
15 Apr 2025 18:18
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16 May 2025 16:00
Menopause is often associated with hot flushes and hormonal changes, but one symptom that can be particularly frustrating is brain fog—the feeling of forgetfulness, difficulty concentrating, and mental fatigue. If you’ve found yourself searching for a word mid-sentence or walking into a room only to forget why, you’re not alone.
27 May 2025 16:00
Sleep is a fundamental component of our health, yet many people do not fully understand the processes that occur while we sleep. The science of sleep is intricate and fascinating, involving various stages and cycles that play crucial roles in our overall well-being. In this blog, we will delve into the science of sleep, explore the sleep cycle, and discuss its importance for mental and physical health.
21 Apr 2025 16:46
I first came across Jo a few years ago, but her story truly resonated during the pandemic. My friends and I had originally saved for a milestone trip to New York to celebrate turning 50, but when Covid put an end to those plans, we chose to invest in something different - paddleboarding. It became the perfect way to embrace adventure while staying safely distanced, especially as one of us was high-risk. What started as a practical choice soon evolved into something much more meaningful.
Discover the treatments we regularly recommend and love at Your Menopause Nurse. From Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) to lifestyle adjustments, and non hormonal treatments. Find out how we tailor our approach to each individual's health, lifestyle, and preferences.
We absolutely LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Yes products which include a fantastic range of organic, non hormonal vaginal moisturisers and lubricants. We also have a nice, shiny discount code to give you 15% off when purchasing their products with the link below!
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