For many women, the menopause is overwhelming and challenging.
Physical changes, the emotional rollercoaster…and the exhausting, continuous search for relief and solutions. Finding the right support is crucial.
And this is where working with a Menopause Coach can help.
Let's look at the role of a Menopause Coach, our unique methods, the importance of accountability and the magic of our specialised coaching.
What is a Menopause Coach?
A Menopause Coach will use their expertise and experience to support and empower you to make positive health and lifestyle changes which will help you manage your menopause symptoms, your confidence and improve your future health.
I do this by providing guidance, recommendations, resources and strategies to help you.
I'll provide a supportive, empowering and safe environment for you to explore the challenges you're facing.
My approach is rooted in expertise, empathy and personal attention, recognising that YOUR own journey through menopause is unique.
Why is a Menopause Coach important?
There are 13 million women in the UK in perimenopause or menopause yet there is a profound disconnect between our healthcare needs and the care we receive from our broken National Health Service.
A study by the Newson Health Menopause Clinic of 6,000 women found that almost a third of women had between two and five medical appointments before their symptoms were diagnosed as linked to the perimenopause and menopause and that 1 in 10 were forced to sit through between six and ten appointments before getting their diagnosis.
Two in five women were offered antidepressants.
Despite the significant impact of the hormonal changes on our physical and emotional wellbeing, many women find themselves navigating the menopause alone.
A Menopause Coach has specific knowledge and expertise in managing the unique challenges you are experiencing. I stay up-to-date with the latest research and treatment options, ensuring that you receive the most effective and evidence-based care.
How Menopause Coaching works
Working with a Menopause Coach encompasses the physical, emotional, and mental aspects of menopause. Recognising that symptoms like hot flushes, mood swings, weight gain and sleep disturbances are often intertwined with high emotions, anxiety and self-esteem issues, my approach addresses you as a whole person.
I’ve put together a few examples below to help you better understand how menopause coaching could work for you.
Support and Accountability
One of the defining features of Menopause Coaching is support. Women in menopause often face an overwhelming number of symptoms that can leave them feeling isolated and misunderstood.
Having a knowledgeable ally by your side provides a sense of reassurance and comfort. Menopause Coaches play a pivotal role in gently holding clients accountable for their well-being journey in an encouraging and empathetic way.
I provide guidance on nutrition, exercise, stress, sleep, self-care practices and treatment options such as HRT, that can help you manage your symptoms, feel your best and safeguard your future health.
Menopause is an emotionally challenging time and many women experience feelings of anxiety, depression and mood swings. I provide emotional support, help women manage their emotions and provide strategies for coping with the emotional changes.
It can also be a very stressful time, and many women experience symptoms such as insomnia and fatigue. I can give guidance on mindfulness techniques, relaxation exercises, and stress management strategies to help women manage these symptoms.
My client Caroline felt validated and heard.
She says, “Your knowledge and compassion shine through and made me feel at ease and open to your suggestions. I definitely felt you had considered me and your suggestions are achievable and therefore very helpful”
This gave Caroline the confidence to put my suggestions into practice knowing that she had the knowledge and support she needed.
Would you like access to the same support as Caroline? Book in for a Quick Menopause Action Plan. It’s my affordable service with a difference! It’s your chance to get my expert advice on your perimenopause challenges in a convenient and affordable way.
Setting Goals and Boundaries
A fundamental aspect of Menopause Coaching is the process of goal setting. I'll help you identify what you really want, breaking down larger goals into manageable steps. This approach ensures that you can make consistent progress so you have a sense of accomplishment...which reinforces your motivation to continue!
Setting boundaries is equally crucial. I help you establish healthy boundaries in both your personal and professional relationships. By creating balance and ensuring self-care, you can focus on your well-being without feeling overwhelmed.
Empowerment
At the core of Menopause Coaching lies empowerment. It's not merely about wanting to get healthy; it's about having the right support and guidance to take the necessary steps to make it happen.
An important aspect of this is showing you how to advocate for yourself in our healthcare system, whether you are seeking to use HRT or not.
The NHS has a policy of shared decision making meaning that they need to support you to make decisions that are right for YOU.
It's a collaborative process through which healthcare clinicians support you to reach a decision about your treatment with a combination of the clinician’s expertise, such as treatment options, evidence, risks and benefits and what YOU know best: your preferences, personal circumstances, goals, values and beliefs.
I hope menopause coaching is crystal clear to you now.
I first launched Jane Mackay Coaching, in Sheffield and online, because I knew there was a need for women to have accessible and affordable guidance and support to manage their menopause symptoms and transform their health and wellbeing.
Would you like a freebie to help you make a start transforming your menopause health? You've got this! My downloadable guide will help you.
Do you still have questions? You can contact me here. You can also find me over on Instagram / Facebook / TikTok.
DISCLAIMER: This page does not provide medical advice; it is intended for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek professional medical advice on any of the topics or products covered on this page.
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