Hormones are powerful chemical messengers that control nearly every function in your body, from growth and development to mood, metabolism, sleep, reproduction, and even how you respond to stress. But what happens when these hormone levels shift or decline? In this YouTube Live session, renowned menopause specialist Dr Louise Newson explores the fascinating world of hormones and explains how they influence your physical and emotional wellbeing throughout life. You'll learn 1) What hormones are and why they’re essential for overall health. 2) How oestrogen, progesterone, and testosterone function in the body 3) The role hormones play during key life stages including PMS, pregnancy, post-birth, and menopause. 4) What happens when hormone levels fluctuate or drop, and how it impacts your body and mind. Whether you’re curious about hormonal changes, experiencing symptoms of perimenopause or menopause, or simply want to better understand your body, this live discussion is packed with valuable insights.

In the UK, around 1.5 million people live with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), many of whom are undiagnosed. ADHD can impact daily functioning, and these challenges are often heightened during times of hormonal change, particularly during perimenopause and menopause.

Join Dr. Louise Newson and Dr. Judith Mohring for an insightful YouTube Live session as they explore the crucial connection between ADHD and menopause. In this discussion, they will cover:

1) How menopause interacts with women’s mental health and ADHD

2) The biological factors that link menopause to worsened mental health and ADHD symptoms

3) Evidence-based treatments that can help improve mood, boost focus and energy, and alleviate the effects of ADHD

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Tune in for expert advice and practical solutions to better manage ADHD and mental health during menopause.

Do you feel overwhelmed, anxious, tearful, or irritable in the days leading up to your period? You’re not alone. These are common symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS). For some, symptoms can be more intense and this may be a sign of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), a more severe form of PMS that can significantly impact your mental and emotional wellbeing.Hormonal fluctuations during perimenopause can make PMS and PMDD symptoms even worse, leaving many women confused and struggling to cope.In this YouTube Live session, Dr Louise Newson, menopause specialist, and Dr Hannah Ward will explain why PMS and PMDD symptoms can intensify during the perimenopausal years. They'll also share expert advice on how to manage these symptoms, including medical options, lifestyle changes, and support strategies.

Struggling with hot flushes or night sweats during perimenopause or menopause? This Live Stream will give you practical advice on how to cope.

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If you're waking up drenched in sweat or overheating during the day, you're not alone. Up to 80% of women experience hot flushes and night sweats during the perimenopause and menopause, often worsened by warmer weather.

In this YouTube Live session, menopause specialist Dr Louise Newson shares practical, evidence-based tips to help you manage hot flushes, reduce night sweats, and feel more comfortable in your body, day and night.

You’ve seen a healthcare professional, talked about hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and collected your first prescription – now what?

With so many different brands, types and doses, starting HRT can feel a little daunting, and you’ll no doubt have lots of questions including how and when to take it, and any initial side effects that may occur.

Join Dr Louise Newson in this YouTube Live stream to hear about her practical tips for starting HRT. Dr Louise will also do a Q&A at the end to answer audience questions live during the stream.

Dr Louise Newson has recently worked with a number of doctors and breast cancer charities to explore women’s experience of menopause care after breast cancer in the UK. A survey of over 1,000 women with a history of breast cancer was conducted and in this YouTube Live video, Dr Louise will discuss some of the findings.

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Hormonal changes, whether due to PMS/PMDD, menopause, or perimenopause, can lead to significant emotional and physical upheaval. The symptoms can vary widely in both intensity and type, making everyday life more challenging.

Chances are, you're not the only one feeling the impact either. Your loved ones, including children, may also notice shifts in your mood, energy levels, and overall behaviour.

You might find yourself feeling more fatigued, anxious, or irritable, and your patience at home could be wearing thin. So, how do you navigate these changes with your family? How much should you share with them, and what's the best way to communicate what you're going through?

In this week's YouTube Live Stream, Dr. Louise Newson will discuss practical strategies for talking to your family about hormone-related changes and how to foster understanding and support during this time. Don't miss it!

The pelvic floor is a group of muscles and ligaments that help to support your bladder, uterus and bowel. It is often referred to as a sling of muscles, and it stretches from your pubic bone to your coccyx. As well as supporting the pelvic organs, your pelvic floor muscles help you to control your bladder and bowel function and play a role in sexual response (including orgasm).Common causes of pelvic floor weakness include pregnancy and childbirth, constipation, being overweight, repeated heavy lifting, excessive coughing and pelvic surgery or trauma. While muscles can also weaken naturally with age, perimenopause and menopause can play a significant role. This is because your vagina, vulva, and urinary tract are lined with hormone ­receptor cells. When oestradiol (oestrogen) and testosterone levels reduce – especially during perimenopause and menopause – the lining of your bladder and urethra (the tube which carries urine out of the body) can thin, your pelvic floor muscle can weaken and your bowel can be more susceptible to dysfunction. In this YouTube Live, Dr Louise Newson discussesmore about this, including the symptoms you may experience and treatment options that may help.

Endometriosis can cause heavy, painful periods, pain in your abdomen and pelvis, and for some women, problems with fertility. Around one in ten women of reproductive age (between puberty and menopause) have endometriosis ­– it affects 1.5 million women in the UK.For those who have symptoms, there are many treatments available to manage the condition and reduce the symptoms and associated pain. In this video, you can hear Dr Louise Newson discuss some of these.