Even though menopause is a
natural part of a woman’s life, it can have a huge impact on health and
well-being. Managing it well means that we can better support our colleagues.
World Menopause Day is held
every year on the 18th October and is part of the wider Menopause Awareness
Month.
In 2021, we teamed up
with our neighbouring fire and rescue services to help all colleagues find out more and support each
other.
The videos are now available for a number of the events - please see more information below.
The truth and untruths about menopause
4 October 1100-1200
Feeling overwhelmed, don’t know what to think or feel? In
this session we will discuss and provide helpful advice to help you maintain
good mental and physical health, whilst navigating the wealth of, often
instant, information available on the Menopause thanks to www. !
This session hosted by Kent Fire and Rescue Service and delivered Sally Garozzo award Winning Hypnotherapist and founder of The Sleep Super Power Academy.
Sorry no video is available however you can find out more about Sally here: https://www.sallygarozzo.com/sleep
How you can minimise impact of your changing body, looking at a range of coping mechanisms
Are you one of those people who are ready to get into the right mindset to prepare you for the changes ahead so that you continue to really enjoy life? Whilst everyone will have an individual experience of the menopause, there are undoubtedly some similarities and in this session Sally will look at the ways in which people cope - after all when you know what to expect you can plan for it or at least have a range of ways to cope.
This session hosted by Kent Fire and Rescue Service and delivered Sally Garozzo award Winning Hypnotherapist and founder of The Sleep Super Power Academy.
The reality of HRT
13 October 1100-1200
Olivia Hum is an experienced GP who has been working in Sussex for 15 years. She specialises in Menopause, Women's Health and Sexual Health but also provides a broad range of generalised GP services. Olivia is one of only 160 British Menopause Society qualified menopause specialists, and holds the FSRH (Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Health) advanced certificate in menopause care.
Join Dr Hum to find out more about HRT (hormone replacement therapy) as we separate myths from truths and give you a chance to ask any questions you have.
Menopause for Managers
Hosted by Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service
Sorry - no videos are available due to the interactive nature of the event however you can find out more: https://www.talkingmenopause.co.uk/
Managing menopause in the workplace is no different to managing any other health or welfare issue so why can it feel so awkward and embarrassing to have that menopause conversation? Join Lynda Bailey from Talking Menopause to gain awareness of menopause, what it is, who is affected and what you can do to help. Learn about the impact in the workplace and how you can support members of your teams. You will leave this session feeling confident to have that menopause conversation.
Lynda Bailey is a former officer from West Midlands police. She faced personal challenges as a menopausal Inspector, and set up a robust menopause programme to educate, support and raise awareness of menopause at work. She is now a co-founder and director of Talking Menopause a leading provider of menopause workshops, online learning, webinars and individually tailored programmes.
Confidence building
18 October 2021
1000-1100
Hosted
by East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service
A loss of confidence and self-esteem is a common menopause symptom. Join Elizabeth Carr-Ellis to find out how to tackle this head on.
“For me, it showed itself most at work, where I turned down a promotion as I felt I couldn’t take the stress. The post involved a lot less responsibility than several other positions I’ve held in the past, but that nagging voice was there, telling me I wasn’t as good as I thought.”
A journalist, editor, campaigner, writer, affiliate member of the British Menopause Society and an associate member of the International Menopause Society, she describes herself as passionate about giving women the advice and knowledge they need to embrace all midlife can bring.
Men Talking about Menopause
18 October 2021
1130-1300
Hosted by Dorset and
Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service
Watch: https://sway.office.com/7JK9aeBWOVtwRcJZ?ref=Link
Join Ben Ansell the CFO of Dorset and Wiltshire FRS, Neil Odin the CFO of Hampshire and Isle of Wight FRS and Mark Matthews ACFO of East Sussex FRS in this one hour session to hear what role men can play in supporting women in their personal lives and at work.
We will be finding out what
responsibilities the Principle Officers think they have as leaders in fire and rescue services, what they expect of the FRS team,
their thoughts on how to start those potentially sensitive conversations at work, and
where to get that all important information and support for the women around
you.
Get started with pilates with Mrs Menopause
20 October 2021
Hosted by West Sussex Fire
and Rescue Service
Watch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s1pPmevJxP8
At the age of 38 Tanith Lee
was told she could be starting the menopause, prompting her to start looking
for answers and support. Now known as Mrs Menopause, she’s a nutritional
therapist and fitness trainer who specialises in women’s health in midlife. As
her Twitter biog says “Mrs Menopause is embacing the menopause with both hands
and holding on tight for the ride of my life!”
Join Tanith for a 45 minute
Fitness Pilates class online
- A
dynamic class based on pilates but with elements of fitness, mobility, posture,
alignment and flexibility
- Whole
body workout (think legs, bums, tums)
- Low
impact (no jumping)
- Balance
and wobbly fun! Balance is key to longevity
- Standing
exercises then moving to mat/floor-based exercise
- Suitable
for all abilities as different levels and alternatives are given
- A
fun class that will get you warm, feel stronger and wake up some muscles you
didn’t know you had as well as feel more flexible.
Nutrition and the menopause with Mrs Menopause
20 October 2021
Hosted by West Sussex Fire
and Rescue Service
Watch: https://youtu.be/jTO1rOw65Yg
At the age of 38 Tanith Lee was told she could be starting the menopause, prompting her to start looking for answers and support. Now known as Mrs Menopause, she’s a nutritional therapist and fitness trainer who specialises in women’s health in midlife. As her Twitter biog says “Mrs Menopause is embacing the menopause with both hands and holding on tight for the ride of my life!”
Join Tanith to find out more about nutrition and quiz her for advice and ideas!
Topics Covered:
- Tanith’s
‘nutrient loading’ protocol
- Understand
why we need good nutrition (e.g. immune system).
- Nutrition
for preventing illness and disease
- Best
nutrition for physical strength (muscle and bones)
- Weight
loss myths and strategies.
- Case
studies on how food can transform someone’s health in many ways
- Time
for discussion and questions
Menopause mythbusting with Mrs Menopause
28 October 2021
Hosted by West Sussex Fire
and Rescue Service
Watch: https://youtu.be/xuyRnj9vQN4
At the age of 38 Tanith Lee
was told she could be starting the menopause, prompting her to start looking
for answers and support. Now known as Mrs Menopause, she’s a nutritional
therapist and fitness trainer who specialises in women’s health in midlife. As
her Twitter biog says “Mrs Menopause is embacing the menopause with both hands
and holding on tight for the ride of my life!”
Join Tanith to find out some
of the basics, hear her experiences and ask for advice and ideas!
- Tanith’s early menopause story and why she created Mrs Menopause to help women.
- Understand
what menopause is.
- Why
do women get symptoms?
- How
it can affect women in the workplace.
- Debunk
the common menopause myths.
- Understand
the different ways to support women during this time
- Diet,
exercise and what really works.
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