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“Dr Kaye is the mate who’s always got your back, she knows her stuff and tells you exactly how it is” SARA COX

The complete one-stop guide to the perimenopause and menopause, by Dr Philippa Kaye, with a foreword by Vanessa Feltz

Menopause is the last taboo. But it does not have to mean the end of your libido, of sex, of work, or of feeling like who you used to be.

With modern treatments and evidence-based knowledge, no woman need suffer or “just about” manage. You are still who you are – let’s celebrate that. Let’s get informed and get empowered to make our own choices about our symptoms, our treatments, our minds and our bodies.

The M Word covers everything from understanding symptoms to managing relationships to which treatments really work. Discussing HRT as well as self-help and lifestyle tips, this fully updated edition of the bestselling book will be your companion through the years before, during and after the menopause.

Topics covered include:
– Hot flushes and other physical symptoms
– Psychological symptoms
– Sex, libido and contraception
– HRT and other treatments
– Lifestyle changes
– Health after the menopause
And much more!

Written in a positive, uplifting and light-hearted style, with plenty of quotes from real women, this book shows you how to not just survive, but thrive through the menopause, letting you remain you.

Do you think you might be going through the menopause? Are you confused by conflicting advice about HRT? Or are you unsure which natural alternatives are effective? In this easy-to-follow book, Wendy Green explains common physical and psychological symptoms and offers a holistic approach to help you deal with them, including simple dietary and lifestyle changes and DIY complementary therapies. Find out 50 things you can do today to help you cope with the menopause, including:
Ease hot flushes and reduce the risks associated with menopause Learn the truth about HRT and make informed choices Discover how to beat middle-age spread and look younger Find helpful organisations and products

Do you think you might be going through the menopause? Are you confused by conflicting advice about HRT and unsure which natural alternatives are effective?

Wendy Green explains common physical and psychological symptoms and offers a holistic approach to help you deal with them, including simple lifestyle and dietary changes and DIY natural therapies.

• Ease hot flushes and reduce the risks associated with menopause
• Learn the truth about HRT and make informed choices
• Discover how to beat middle-age spread and look younger
• Find helpful organisations and products

“Everything you need to know about strength training” – Emily Campbell, Olympian

Empower your mind, strengthen your body and build your best life with this girl-power guide to strength training

This is your Strong Woman Era, a new phase of growth, fulfilment and success. It’s time to invest in practices that make you feel mentally and physically strong – because you are! Through resistance training, you can harness your power and realize just how much you can achieve. That’s where this guide comes in.

Filled with helpful tips, practical advice and energizing affirmations, this wellness and weightlifting companion will support you on your journey to becoming your strongest self.

Inside you’ll discover the benefits of strength training, how you can personalize your approach and all the ways exercise can nourish your mind and body.

This bold book will accompany you on your training journey, from starting out to seeing progress and committing to your routine. With a selection of staple strength-building exercises and daily wellness rituals, you can achieve your short- and long-term fitness goals.

It’s the dawn of a new era; time for women to build, lift and thrive.

Build your self-esteem, grow your confidence and rediscover your sense of self with this empowering and practical 30-step journal for women
“Who am I?”
The more confidently you are able to answer this question, the higher your levels of happiness, self-esteem and personal growth tend to be. However, in a world that still socializes women to build their lives around other people, many of us don’t have an answer.
This 30-step journal will take you on a unique and personal journey to discover who you are and who you want to be. Within these pages you’ll find:

· A structured approach to self-discovery that builds from step 1 to step 30
· Interactive and creative CBT-based activities to nurture your relationship with yourself
· Thought-provoking journalling prompts to deepen your self-awareness and allow for reflection
· Guidance on how to let go of worries, doubts and other self-limiting beliefs
· Actionable advice to help you consciously shape yourself into the person you choose to be

This journal will be your guide to understanding and empowering the most important person in your life: you.

Embrace period positivity and take charge of your cycle with this frank and empowering guide to menstrual health

Periods are a completely natural part of life, and yet they are often treated as something to be ashamed of. Because of this stigma, many of us reach adulthood with questions we’re still embarrassed to ask, such as: are heavy periods normal? What is endometriosis? What does it mean if my periods are irregular?

That’s why The Period Positivity Book is here to open up the conversation, break the taboo, and answer the questions you were too afraid to ask. Through tips, advice and invaluable information, you’ll learn everything you need to know about your period and discover how to take charge of your cycle to boost your overall well-being.

Inside you will find:

– Essential information about what happens during menstruation
– An overview of period problems and how to manage them, such as painful and heavy periods, irregular cycles, and conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome
– Interactive journal pages and menstrual trackers to help you understand your cycle
– Tips and advice for breaking the stigma so that you can have more open conversations and advocate for your needs

And much more! So leave embarrassment at the door and pick up this no-nonsense guide. This book is a reminder that your body is capable of amazing things, and that deserves to be celebrated – period.

In this accessible and informative guide, Sally Lewis explains how age, sexual infections, diet, excess weight, stress and anxiety affect fertility and offers practical advice and a holistic approach to help you conceive, including simple dietary and lifestyle changes and DIY complementary therapies. Discover the best time for conception. Understand the link between body, mind and fertility. Manage stress and relax to prevent anxiety.

Let’s celebrate YOU

It’s time to show yourself some love because, you know what, you are going to be spending your entire life as you.

Sometimes we lose sight of who we are and who we want to be, and what makes us special. This beautifully illustrated journal will help you to recognize and achieve your true potential. By engaging with these specially crafted tips and fill-in activities you’ll find the confidence to pursue your dreams and love the skin you’re in.

Take time to be kind, embrace your uniqueness and fall totally in love with yourself!

This friendly and supportive little book contains everything you need to know to prepare for the perimenopause and take charge of your experience

The years leading up to the menopause can be a daunting time, and one which is widely misunderstood. Fear not! This book is here to break the stigma and share the knowledge, answering the questions you’ve been too afraid to ask and demystifying the perimenopause once and for all.

Filled to the brim with essential information, this book will take you through all the stages and symptoms of the perimenopause right up to the menopause, so you can face this new stage of life with confidence.
Inside you will find:
– Guidance on understanding and preparing for the perimenopause and how to recognize the symptoms
– Practical advice for managing the mental, physical and emotional symptoms, including hot flushes, vaginal dryness, night sweats, changing libido, mood swings and much more
– Advice on the best treatments and medications for you, including how to approach it holistically, when to seek professional guidance and how HRT can help

Take some time out from hectic modern life, reconnect with your body and embrace the calming power of yoga

Yoga is a holistic activity that enriches the mind, body and soul, and there’s never a better time to start reaping its benefits than right now. Whether you’re an advanced yogi or you’re getting ready to learn your first asanas, this beautiful book is brimming with all the tips and inspiration you need to enlighten your mind and inspire your practice.

Inside you will discover:
– The different types of yoga and how each one can work for you
– The key yoga poses, from beginner to advanced, with explanations of how to do them and their benefits
– Mindfulness, meditation and breathwork practices
– Guidance on balancing the body’s energies, including chakras, mudras and bandhas
– Ideas for retreats, healthy recipes and ways to elevate your practice

The best part about yoga is you can do it anytime, anywhere. So, roll out your mat, take a deep breath and find your way back to yourself.