If you’ve found yourself looking down and wondering “where did this come from?” – you’re not alone. One of the most common things I hear (and feel myself) during this phase is: “I haven’t changed much… but my body has.” That softening around the middle, often called “menopause belly” can feel frustrating, confusing, and honestly […]

Menopause has a way of changing your body quietly at first. A bit of bloating that wasn’t there before.Weight settling around the middle.Energy dipping.Sleep becoming lighter.A feeling that your body is suddenly responding differently to everything you used to do. And for many women I speak to, it’s not just physical, it affects confidence too. […]

Many women notice that weight gain during menopause tends to appear around the midsection. Often referred to as the “menopause belly,” this change is influenced by several factors including hormonal shifts, changes in metabolism, increased stress levels and alterations in how the body regulates blood sugar. As oestrogen levels decline, fat tends to accumulate around […]