Being the first of its kind, The M Word campaign calls for an increased menopause education for GPs, for pharmacists, the workplace and of course, us women ourselves. Essentially, The M Word wants us to be able to shout about menopause and #makemenopausematter.

Educate yourself, advises perimenopause coach Catherine O’Keeffe. “Prepare for it and empower yourself with knowledge.”Visit websites like www.wellnesswarrior.ie or mysecondspring.ie, she says. “The more you know, the more empowered you will be.”

Should we have a menopause policy in place for women who need to take leave during times of uncomfortable or difficult symptoms? British MPs are pushing for workplace policies to protect women going through menopause, saying it takes a heavy personal and professional toll on as many as one in four women. Should we have something similar here? Susan chats to listeners

Catherine O'Keeffe aka The Wellness Warrior is a Perimenopause Coach who is on a mission to empower women at menopause transition.

Catherine O’Keefe, Perimenopause Coach joined Ciara about what Perimonpause and how to recognise it.

Catherine O’Keefe, Perimenopause Coach joined Ciara about what Perimonpause and how to recognise it.