Let’s talk menopause and perimenopause - because if we don’t laugh, we might cry... and then shout... and then forget why we were crying or shouting in the first place.

Perimenopause is the hormonal rollercoaster that leads up to menopause, which officially arrives when you haven’t had a period for 12 months (and no, not because you're pregnant or on a beach in Ibiza pretending to be 29 again). During this time, oestrogen levels dip and dive like a dodgy Wi-Fi signal, bringing a mix of symptoms like mood swings, sleep issues, night sweats, forgetfulness, and the ever-glamorous hot flush.

Menopause isn’t a disease - it’s a natural phase of life. But that doesn’t mean you have to suffer in silence. There are brilliant options out there, from HRT to lifestyle tweaks, supplements, and simply knowing you’re not losing your mind - you’re just hormonally shifting.

So be kind to yourself. Keep laughing. And remember: you’re not alone in this sweaty, emotional, slightly forgetful chapter of womanhood. You’re part of a fierce, fabulous club and the password is “Is it hot in here, or is it just me?”