How is perimenopause quietly pushing women out of the workforce – and what can be done to stop it?

In this powerful episode, TV presenter, journalist and fierce perimenopause advocate Shelly Horton returns to Thriving in Menopause to lift the lid on what she calls a “hidden workplace crisis.” Drawing on her personal journey - marked by burnout, depression, and nearly quitting a career she loved – Shelly shares how untreated perimenopause symptoms sidelined her professionally and emotionally.

Now the author of I’m Your Peri Godmother and founder of workplace education company Don’t Sweat It, Shelly is on a mission to make perimenopause support standard, not a surprise. From how to start the conversation at work to the workplace policy changes that really make a difference, Shelly breaks down the myths, the data and the practical steps every workplace should take.

Whether you're experiencing the transition yourself or leading a team, this is a must-listen conversation packed with honesty, empathy and evidence. Listen now and share it with a colleague, manager, or friend – let’s make menopause part of the workplace conversation.

Learn more about our amazing guest Shelly Horton at ShellShocked Media. 

For more great menopause-related content, be sure to head to preventionaus.com.au and subscribe to Prevention magazine. 

How is perimenopause quietly pushing women out of the workforce &ndash; and what can be done to stop it?
In this powerful episode, TV presenter, journalist and fierce perimenopause advocate Shelly Horton returns to Thriving in Menopause to lift the lid on what she calls a &ldquo;hidden workplace crisis.&rdquo; Drawing on her personal journey - marked by burnout, depression, and nearly quitting a career she loved &ndash; Shelly shares how untreated perimenopause symptoms sidelined her professionally and emotionally.
Now the author of <a href="https://geni.us/ImYourPeriGodmother">I&rsquo;m Your Peri Godmother</a> and founder of workplace education company <a href="https://dontsweatit.com.au/">Don&rsquo;t Sweat It</a>, Shelly is on a mission to make perimenopause support standard, not a surprise. From how to start the conversation at work to the workplace policy changes that really make a difference, Shelly breaks down the myths, the data and the practical steps every workplace should take.
Whether you're experiencing the transition yourself or leading a team, this is a must-listen conversation packed with honesty, empathy and evidence. Listen now and share it with a colleague, manager, or friend &ndash; let&rsquo;s make menopause part of the workplace conversation.
Learn more about our amazing guest Shelly Horton at <a href="https://shellshockedmedia.com/">ShellShocked Media</a>.&nbsp;
For more great menopause-related content, be sure to head to <a href="https://www.preventionaus.com.au/">preventionaus.com.au</a> and <a href="https://www.mymagazines.com.au/magazine/prevention?utm_source=prevention&amp;utm_medium=subscribe%20link&amp;utm_campaign=house%20ads">subscribe</a> to Prevention magazine.&nbsp;

At Prevention we know how confusing and truly overwhelming the changes caused by menopause can be. That’s why we’ve enlisted some of Australia’s best health experts to share simple ways to make midlife easier in our new podcast, Thriving in Menopause. We cover it all, from minimising those awful hot flushes, to easing mad-eyed mood swings, to managing sudden weight shifts, to handling your relationship. If you’re a woman in midlife, this series just for you!

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