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My story: going through menopause at the age of 14

Going through menopause at the age of 14 was a lonely experience for Hayley. 25 years later, she's decided it's time to share her story.

A journey through menopause in pictures... The Climacteric is a creative visual expression of different stages of menopause.

From struggling with symptoms to enjoying her 'second spring', Juliet tells her menopause story.

Sharon explains how surgical menopause has turned her into a more confident version of herself.

How running a marathon changed Sue Northrop's life in her 50s...

What happens when you have an early menopause and a stressful job? Keeley explains how she coped with menopause in the police force.

Thinking of menopause as our 'second spring' is a great way to prepare ourselves for this stage in our lives. Jane offers her top 10 tips...

Exercise is an important part of life, and Jo explains how it can even help alleviate menopausal symptoms...

Can’t tell you how grumpy and a bit down I’ve been feeling this week. Nothing seems to make a shred of difference in shaking me out of this mood...

Being childless through circumstance can be especially tough after menopause. Sally explains how she coped...

We've come a long way in talking about menopause, but Jane thinks there's still room for improvement.

Lori Ann explains how she has learned of the gifts menopause can bring.

As a powerlifter, Manon doesn't just want to be 'good for her age'. But as she explains, the ageing process means working that much harder...

Menopause can be a time for change in all aspects of our life. Fiona explains how we can do this...

Breast cancer treatment put Sue into menopause - twice. Here she explains how isolated it made her feel.