As a mother of 4, and busy hairdressing salon owner, life was full and what you would consider pretty 'normal'.
Then Wendy is hurled into the unexpected challenges of perimenopause, and it really turned her world upside down.
But, this is not just a conversation about hot flushes and insomnia.
Wendy shares the emotional turmoil and identity crisis that surround this stage of life.
How the lack of understanding from family left her feeling misunderstood and unsupported.
We discuss the plethora of symptoms that make it difficult to get through daily activities.
And why grieving the loss of one's former self is common, but also confusing when you don't have a clear awareness of who you are becoming.
The discussion highlights the significance of awareness and empathy within families, and why thoughtful communication and self-care is so important.
Wendy's experiences have inspired her to write a book Wendy Talks Menopause to provide education to both men and women on what we don't get told about menopause.
Wendy message is clear: she desires to open this conversation about menopause to empower women to share their experiences and to include the husbands and children in these discussions to provide a safe, compassionate and supportive space for women to reclaim their identity and navigate all that this stage brings and ultimately learn to thrive.
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