Dr Claire Phipps: We Want To Think About The Menopause Transition As Holistically & Joyfully As Possible

Menopause is big news right now and rightfully so. But with all the noise, how do you know what’s right for you? On this week’s episode of Period Story, I’m joined by Dr Claire Phipps, the Menopause GP, who talks me through common perimenopause and menopause myths and misconceptions.

In this episode, Dr Claire shares:

Why she’s only just understanding her menstrual cycle at 48
Why empathy is vital as a doctor
Why moving away from a paternalist model towards patient empowerment is an important part of her work as a GP and menopause trainer
Why the 10 minutes you have with an NHS GP should be the start of the conversation
The difference between perimenopause, menopause and post-menopause
How a holistic approach to menopause may or may not include HRT
Why it’s important to meet patients where they’re at
Why perimenopause can be a time of unmasking for neurodivergent women and the rise of AuADHD diagnoses
And of course, the story of her first period

Dr Claire says the we should try not to be fearful of menopause or pathologise it, but instead, embrace it and move towards a positive natural transition.

Thank you, Dr Claire!

Get in touch with Dr Claire:

Website

Instagram

Women’s Health Concern

British Menopause Society

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