Supporting YOU during the Menopause
Bradford District and Craven Health and Care Workforce
Supporting Staff Through the Menopause
Following the success of the sessions we ran for World Menopause Day in October 2021, Hälsa Wellbeing (www.halsawellbeing.co.uk) will be running a 6-month programme to support and educate staff on the Menopause Transition. These sessions aim to provide a better understanding of what the Menopause transition is and really focus on practical ways of coping through this period of life.
Who is this for?
You don’t have to be Menopausal to join these sessions! You may wish to support a colleague or a family member. You may be a line manager and know nothing about the Menopause and wish to educate yourself. You may also be from a clinical background and want to educate yourself so you can offer more support to your patients. Whatever your background, you will get a chance to hear from women facing similar challenges and frustrations and what practical solutions can help.
What happens if I miss a session?
After the sessions, all our content will be added to your Resources which you can access at any time. We will also be setting up a Facebook group so the discussions can continue outside of these sessions.
How do I join?
Click on the link and register:
http://bookwhen.com/Halsa-NHSBradford
You do need to register for each session you would like to attend and we will also be asking you for some feedback after the sessions. You will get an email reminder with the session link which can be helpful.
What’s on and when?
March
Self-Care for the Menopause (Reflexology/Musculoskeletal focus) – 23rd March, 1-2pm
Join us for this live session which demonstrates simple Reflexology and Self-care techniques to support you with the Menopause. The techniques will empower you so that you apply self-care when you need it to aid relaxation, soothe anxiety and promote restful sleep. There will be advice on how to balance out hormones, soothe brain fog for clarity of thought and help to soothe headaches.
Menopause Support Group – 17th March, 10:30-11:30am
Join us to talk about anything related to the Menopause. An informal way of having conversations about the experience of Perimenopause/Menopause. We will also be inviting guest speakers to talk about specific subjects relating to the Menopause. The aim of this group is to create a safe space for people to talk about the Menopause and any related issues.
April
Menopause Support Group – 7th April, 10:30 – 11:30am
(Guest Speaker Dorothy Matthew – Emotional Eating)
Join us to talk about anything related to the Menopause. An informal way of having conversations about the experience of Perimenopause/Menopause. We will also be inviting guest speakers to talk about specific subjects relating to the Menopause. The aim of this group is to create a safe space for people to talk about the Menopause and any related issues.
How to care for YOU during the Menopause – 28th April, 12:30-1:30pm
This session looks at how to focus on your own self- care during the Menopause. We will look at medical, complementary and lifestyle support and discuss how to make time for that important self-care.
May
Restorative Yoga for the Menopause – 9th May, 10-11am / 23rd May, 1:30-2:30pm
This interactive session will provide a gentle and restorative yoga routine, including pelvic health and strengthening the body to support you during this transitional stage.
Menopause Support Group – 12th May, 1-2pm
(Guest Speaker Emma Edwards – Reflexology & Sleep)
Join us to talk about anything related to the Menopause. An informal way of having conversations about the experience of Perimenopause/Menopause. We will also be inviting guest speakers to talk about specific subjects relating to the Menopause. The aim of this group is to create a safe space for people to talk about the Menopause and any related issues.
June
Let’s talk about The Menopause at Work – 14th June, 1-2pm
This session supports both Staff and Managers to gain an understanding of how to manage the Menopause transition at work.
Menopause Support Group – 9th June, 3-4pm
(Guest Speaker Alice Bagley-Harrison – Breathwork)
Join us to talk about anything related to the Menopause. An informal way of having conversations about the experience of Perimenopause/Menopause. We will also be inviting guest speakers to talk about specific subjects relating to the Menopause. The aim of this group is to create a safe space for people to talk about the Menopause and any related issues.
July
Coping with the Menopause after Breast Cancer – 21st July, 1-2pm
During this session we will look at the best ways to support you with managing the Perimenopause/Menopause during or after breast cancer. Discussion time will be available for anyone wanting to discuss specific issues they may be experiencing.
Menopause Support Group – 7th July, 2-3pm
(Guest Speaker Trudy Morrice – Resistance exercise and Bone Health)
Join us to talk about anything related to the Menopause. An informal way of having conversations about the experience of Perimenopause/Menopause. We will also be inviting guest speakers to talk about specific subjects relating to the Menopause. The aim of this group is to create a safe space for people to talk about the Menopause and any related issues.
September
What is brain fog and what can I do about it? – 8th September, 11am-12pm
Cognitive issues are experienced by so many ladies during the Menopause transition. During this session we will look at lifestyle and complementary measures you can take to support you with “brain fog!” and how to navigate this frustrating part of the Menopause.
Menopause Support Group – 15th September, 10-11am
Join us to talk about anything related to the Menopause. An informal way of having conversations about the experience of Perimenopause/Menopause. We will also be inviting guest speakers to talk about specific subjects relating to the Menopause. The aim of this group is to create a safe space for people to talk about the Menopause and any related issues.
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What did other people say?
“Great session. Great content. Very informative. Looking forward to putting all this into practice. Thank you so much for all the support.”
“Really amazing discussion, questions and input.”
“I thoroughly enjoyed the session and the print out will be a useful tool which I will put to good use. It was a nice way to take some time out and I think that it is important, the menopause can be very debilitating when you are working and not always appreciated. I will be recommending this to some of my colleagues.”
“Thank you so much Emma and to everyone for sharing – definitely got some valuable tips”
“I am a younger lady and have found this really useful. I myself suffer with PMT and I feel everything you have spoken about will help me also and also to look after my patients more holistically :). I also have a knowledge of what my colleagues are going through and my family.”
“Reflexology, gave me the knowledge and skills to use the techniques, it worked, I felt the release straight away, was powerful in allowing me to release emotions. The mediations were excellent”
“Sleep and menopause, learnt some new ideas to try out, was reassuring to know its normal to not get 8 hrs sleep and some things I can do to try and help my routine”
“To realise you are not alone and that what I am going through is normal after sharing our experiences was so refreshing and I would love to catch regularly with the same group in future”
“All the sessions had useful information. The nutrition & menopause was really helpful for me as I’ve had Breast Cancer so I cannot use HRT. Emma was most helpful and sent me some tailored information/suggestions. These sessions have opened up a dialogue among my colleagues and raised awareness about menopause which can only make it easier to understand and support each other in future.”
