Menopause is a major transition that brings more than just hormonal shifts—it can impact many parts of a woman’s body and lifestyle, sometimes leading to weight gain. This isn’t just due to one factor but often a combination of changes in hormones, stress, sleep, and activity levels. Here’s a look at why weight gain can occur during peri and post-menopause and some practical things you can do about it.

Menopause is a significant life stage that can affect many aspects of a woman's life, including her professional environment. As such, the need for comprehensive menopause policies in both schools and workplaces is becoming increasingly recognized. These policies not only support the well-being of those experiencing menopause but also contribute to a more inclusive and supportive environment.

Many people facing a health change, incident, or crisis often turn to "Dr. Google" for answers - but the challenge is finding reliable, evidence-based information.

That’s why Sage Womens Health has partnered with StoryMD, an innovative platform that bridges the gap between healthcare professionals and individuals through storytelling, to transform how health information is communicated.

It felt a bit like Federal Budget night last night as women around Australia sat waiting for the findings of the Senate Community Affairs References Committee on Perimenopause and Menopause to be released.

There were winners and losers, mixed feelings, and in some cases outright anger at the findings of the Inquiry. Most people got a mention across one of five broad areas for change.

The menopause transition can be incredibly isolating for so many women. It’s no wonder - as our bodies go through major hormonal changes, we are also dealing with symptoms like mood swings, sleep issues and mental health concerns. The emotional impact of this life stage can leave you feeling alone, misunderstood, and disconnected.

Do you need help to manage perimenopause symptoms? This article explores Jodie Matthews’ journey through perimenopause and discusses some of the strategies and solutions that worked for her.

Are you in your 40’s and wondering how alcohol affects menopause symptoms? This article helps you to understand the relationship between alcohol and menopause so that you can make better choices.

Award-winning author Danielle Dobson talks about her book “The Gender Code”, how the code plays into menopause, and what we need to do about it.

Lack of sleep and poor quality sleep are two big issues for women in perimenopause and menopause. This article outlines what’s happening in your body, and provides six strategies to help you improve your sleep.

While research suggests that the average weight gain during menopause is around 2 - 4 kg, many women I speak to share a different story. Not only have they gained considerably more weight but their body shape has also changed significantly and it all seemed to happen overnight!