Whilst I’d rather stick my head in the sand about the menopause, I have to deal with it sometime. This book has made it easier to understand.

Thank you NetGalley for my complimentary copy in return for my honest review.

Immediately had to order the book so I could have a hardcopy finally a book to make notes in! Finally a nook I can relate to and learn from!

This. Book.
I had no idea I needed a book like this in my life. Or did I? I think I did know I needed a book like this after all.
When you are in your forties and you can tell that something *weird* has been going on for a while with the body you have been inhabiting for all your life, yet no one seems to know what it is, you know, then a book like this is the best thing ever. So validating. It made me feel seen and heard. It made me feel understood and validated.
And, yes, it is weird how even doctors – the ones who are supposed to know things about how bodies work? – seem to be in oblivion about all this. Or could it be that male bodies and the way male bodies function are still regarded as the norm? And we, women, with our hormones and all this weirdness, well, we are just this weird and drama-causing minority to be dismissed and ignored?
I love the way the book is written. It feels exactly like those weird conversations I have with a few of my friends – ones where we eat, drink, talk nonsense, laugh, and all while managing to sneak in all the super serious things we need to talk about. We might say the craziest and weirdest things, laugh our heads off, and then immediately go back to talking about serious things, and then switch back to laughing our heads off. This book is written in exactly the same way. Yet I understand that it might not be for everyone for this reason. The book seemingly lacks structure, yet if you read it and go with the flow, and let the book be whatever it is, allow the book to take you wherever it is taking you, you will get there. So, this might be something to keep in mind for those who prefer super structured books.
I also noticed how the terms premenopause, perimenopause, and menopause are explained again and again and again, that feels slightly repetitive, but I see how that is needed. Mostly because the words are confusing, not used in everyday language, and those are different phases – yet by most and by society it is all morphed into one. So, it makes sense to stress again and again that those are not the same things.

Being of an age where peri-menopause is creeping up on me and my friends, forewarned is forearmed. This book is a humorous and lighthearted take on the subject - easy to read with lots of solid advice and tips. The stories of the author's own experiences really resonated with me and I'll be recommending this to my friends and family to read!

A true gem among menopause literature. The author's witty and honest storytelling creates an immediate connection with readers, making them feel seen and understood. The blend of personal anecdotes, practical guidance, and humorous diary entries strikes the perfect balance, leaving readers in stitches while providing valuable insights into this transformative phase of life. By infusing comedy into menopause, the author dismantles the taboos surrounding it and helps women feel less alone in their struggles. If you're looking for a book that embraces menopause with laughter, understanding, and sisterhood, this is an absolute must-read.

A refreshing and relatable guidebook that tackles the rollercoaster ride of perimenopause with a perfect blend of humor and wisdom. The author fearlessly shares her personal experiences, taking readers on a hilarious journey filled with relatable anecdotes and practical advice. This book serves as a beacon of light for women feeling isolated and terrified by the menopausal phase, offering solace and camaraderie through its engaging and entertaining narrative.

I’ve been reading up on all the (peri) menopause books as I’m in the midst of the situation myself. Many of the books are written by doctors, some of whom haven’t experienced the change themselves. I appreciate their knowledge but sometimes it lacks a bit of the personal perspective. So, I was drawn to this book for the personal anecdotes and to get more of a communal feel- I am not alone.
I think this book could have greatly benefited from professional editing. There were some good points to be made but they were largely hidden in the middle of a lot of off-topic rambling. People reading these type of books are looking for them to be informative and accessible. I think there is value in this book but it needs a deep editing dive to keep it on point.
*Thanks to NetGalley for the review copy.