I grew up surrounded by skincare and it is always a joy to use and support high quality Irish products. Loved having this chat with Nichola from Nunaïa about all things women’s health, menopause and skin care.

Alcohol can affect women very differently during perimenopause and menopause, often worsening sleep, anxiety, hot flushes, brain fog and weight changes. Here’s why that happens, what to watch for, and some simple ways to reduce the impact.

Frozen shoulder can make everyday movements like brushing your hair, fastening your bra or reaching for a shelf suddenly feel impossible. In menopause, shoulder pain and stiffness may be part of a wider musculoskeletal picture linked to changing oestrogen levels, inflammation and connective tissue health.

Poor cortisol.

The hormone is getting an absolutely terrible reputation.

But cortisol is not the enemy. In fact, without it we wouldn’t function at all.

Breast changes in perimenopause and menopause can feel worrying, especially when tenderness, lumpiness or density seem to change overnight. Understanding what is common and what is not is key.

If there’s one nutrient I really want women thinking about in their 40s and 50s, it’s calcium.

Don’t panic, we are not all going to crumble away, but this is one area that deserves real attention.