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Pause for Menopause

Welcome to the Pause for Menopause Podcast. Menopause has far-reaching emotional, physiological, psychological, and sociological consequences for every woman of a certain age group and those close to her. In response, Pause for Menopause is here to inform, empower, and encourage women of all ages - and men - not just to prepare for, understand, and survive menopause - but to thrive through menopause.
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Episodes

Menopause Knowledge Bootcamp '23 Trailer

Welcome to Sue’s Menopause Knowledge Bootcamp 2023! The Bootcamp is designed to bring together a comprehensive set of menopause-related topics in a simple, truncated, yet factually accurate manner. The Bootcamp builds on a basic knowledge of menopause to empower women in various stages of their journey with menopause – including those who are yet to enter peri-menopause. This 14-day Bootcamp brings new content and a new boot camp challenge daily. Take charge and thrive through menopause! Please ...

Oct 17, 20234 min

In conversation with a modern-day Queen Mother

Daring to believe we can make menopause an issue of national policy! A view from the parliamentary chamber. Introducing the new voice of menopause in Ghana! Sue unveils the inimitable Honourable Abla Dzifa Gomashie. A fascinating conversation! Please follow the social media pages for our host Sue Mbaya and for Menopause Solutions Africa...

Oct 09, 20231 hr 12 minSeason 3Ep. 8

Beauty, worth, belonging and the menopause years

Social constructs which value women based on the aesthetic appeal of their bodies and their childbearing function is basis of the stigma surrounding ageing and the menopause transition. Sue welcomes Rukudzo Wazara, a woman of many competencies, to Pause for Menopause Podcast. Together they discuss some ways in which women can develop a healthier mindset about their beauty, worth and belonging. Please follow the social media pages for our host Sue Mbaya and for Menopause Solutions Africa...

Sep 28, 20231 hr 8 min

Don't just struggle - make it count!

Find out how a woman in Zimbabwe has embraced the menopause challenge and is now the answer to over 3,000 women across Africa who are also going through menopause. Sue's courageous guest, is Primrose Hove - better known as 'Coach Prim', a seasoned Human Resources practitioner. So the episode also explores how your human resources department can be more supportive to women going through menopause. Please follow the social media pages for our host Sue Mbaya and for Menopause Solutions Africa...

Sep 18, 202358 minSeason 3Ep. 7

'Menopause friendly workplace’ doesn’t have to be an oxymoron

The workplace is often the nexus of manifestations of gender, age, and race discrimination – the very factors which play an important role in the stigma and discrimination associated with menopause. Sue welcomes Deborah Garlick to Pause for Menopause Podcast to discuss efforts being made to make the idea of a ‘menopause-friendly workplace’ a reality. Deborah is the Founder of Henpicked, UK’s fastest-growing online community of women who ‘weren’t born yesterday' and is Director of Menopause in th...

Sep 11, 20231 hr 1 minSeason 3Ep. 6

Menopause really does start in your brain, not your mind!

Sue and Dr Nicole Jaff, North American certified menopause practitioner and researcher from South Africa bring you to the cutting edge of menopause research. The conversation includes the latest evidence on the dreaded 'brain fog' phenomenon and other cognitive disturbances in menopause. Also a fascinating discussion about accurately identifying the stages of menopause! This packed episode also explores the role and relevance of menopause solidarity institutions across the world. Please follow t...

Sep 04, 20231 hr 19 minSeason 3Ep. 5

Spotlight on menopause research in Africa – what, how much and by whom?

A medical practitioner’s cry for more for menopause … more research, more intersectional studies, more resourcing…more! Join Sue and Dr Trudy Smith, physician, researcher and gynaecological oncologist from South Africa to explore the status of research on menopause with a focus on Africa. Also learn about menopause and morbidity, female whales, the special needs of women living with HIV/AIDS, how South Africans are ‘making menopause sexy’, and much more. Please follow the social media pages for ...

Aug 28, 20231 hr 11 minSeason 3Ep. 4

Miles and Miles for Menopause Advocacy through Media

Helen and Emma spice things up as guests on the Pause for Menopause Podcast! As producer and host of multi-award-winning podcast on menopause, ‘ Effin Hormones’ they share the secrets of their success. Together with Sue, discuss the role of media in the construction and deconstruction of the stigma around menopause. Look out for the youngest guest ever on Pause for Menopause Podcast! Please follow the social media pages for our host Sue Mbaya and for Menopause Solutions Africa...

Aug 21, 202353 minEp. 3

Borrowing a leaf out of the HIV/AIDS book

Sue and her highly decorated guest, Professor Sheila Tlou borrow lessons from past efforts to destigmatize HIV/AIDS. Their conversation explores the importance of sources and types of knowledge, representation and highlighting equivalencies in dismantling stigma. Important perspectives shared on the role of young people and intergenerational advocacy. Please follow the social media pages for our host Sue Mbaya and for Menopause Solutions Africa...

Aug 14, 20231 hr 6 minSeason 3Ep. 2

Re-Engineering the Woman, Society and Menopause Triangle

A deep dive into the woman, society and menopause triangle to understand dominant views about women and how these views have created fertile ground for the emergence of the menopause stigma in certain societies. Our guest is Memory Kachambwa, pan African feminist and activist. Please follow the social media pages for our host Sue Mbaya and for Menopause Solutions Africa...

Aug 07, 20231 hr 20 min

Season 3 Trailer

In this season intro, Pause for Menopause Podcast host, Sue Mbaya, unfolds the approach or framework she adopts in this season. She also explains the rationale behind the season’s focus on destigmatization and how this might lead to widespread acknowledgment of the impacts of menopause and create space for the emergence of conversations, decisions, and systems that are required for women to receive the information and support they need for a smoother transition through the menopause transition. ...

Jul 31, 202311 min

World, Meet Woman

Menopause should not be allowed to define women. This episode explores the power of woman through the various stages of life, especially in the workplace. Podcast host Sue’s guest for this episode is the epitome of a powerful, relentless woman. Sherree Shereni is a highly accomplished and respected business leader with a solid footprint across Africa, Europe, and Asia and who has led and mentored many women through various stages of life. Please follow the social media pages for our host Sue Mba...

Jan 11, 20221 hr 31 minSeason 2Ep. 9

My Gynae, My Lifeline

For many people, a general practitioner is a woman’s first line of defense. This is particularly true for a woman going through the menopause stages. Dr. Helen, an audacious yet compassionate doctor from Ethiopia has a fascinating conversation with Sue, as they together explore menopause from the perspective of a general practitioner from a developing country. Please follow the social media pages for our host Sue Mbaya and for Menopause Solutions Africa...

Dec 28, 20211 hr 16 minSeason 2Ep. 7

A Visit to the Gynae's Rooms

A significant number of the symptoms and concerns associated with the menopause transition are gynecological. This episode adopts an evidence-based, medical approach to understand these gynecological symptoms; their causes, and approaches to prevention and treatment. Podcast host Sue speaks with Dr. Nelly Bosire, a phenomenal health care professional who uses her experience in Kenya to paint a picture of trends in gynecological implications of menopause and how these are being addressed. Please ...

Oct 26, 20211 hr 26 minSeason 2Ep. 5

Step into My World – A Policy Worker’s Perspective

Investment in issues affecting women and their communities doesn’t just happen – women must demand change they want to see. This episode interrogates decision-making from the perspective of the women’s movement. Podcast host Sue has a rich discussion with Letty Chiwara, a woman and the helm of global policymaking organisations. Together they explore how women can push for policies that prioritise menopause. Please follow the social media pages for our host Sue Mbaya and for Menopause Solutions A...

Oct 26, 20211 hr 11 min

The ‘Men’ in Menopause

Every man will, at some point in his life come into contact with menopause. Men are fathers, husbands, workmates, employers, and health care providers. In this episode Podcast host, Sue speaks to a man who occupies all these roles to understand men’s experience and contribution to easing the impact of menopause. Sue’s guest is Dr. Bismark Metekeve a son, a husband, and a leading obstetric gynaecologist from Southern Africa. Please follow the social media pages for our host Sue Mbaya and for Meno...

Oct 26, 20211 hr 20 minSeason 2Ep. 6
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