5 Things A Husband Can Do to Help with Menopause

Menopause is not just a women’s issue; it is a relationship and community one. The transition can be managed with confidence with the right mix of support from partners and families. Our experts in London and Hong Kong have put together this guide to help partners provide compassionate support.

Here are 5 things a husband can do to help with menopause:

1. Learn about menopause – Symptoms affect 8 in 10 women, yet many men are unaware. Understanding the biology such as falling oestrogen and progesterone and brain chemistry shifts fosters empathy. 
   

2. Offer kindness, not pressure – Symptoms can last 4 to 8 years. Do not ask when will this end. Instead, small gestures such as a hug, morning tea or iced coffee or running a bath help demonstrate compassion.
   

3. Be flexible with plans – Fatigue, irregular periods, hot flashes and anxiety can derail outings. Patience, acceptance and flexibility prevent resentment and show support.
   

4. Support medical care – Research local support groups, book GP visits, and offer to attend consultations. Many women lose confidence and feel overwhelmed discussing symptoms with doctors.
   

5. Keep intimacy and communication alive – Vaginal dryness, pain, and low libido are common but treatable with HRT, local oestrogen, or testosterone. Open, non judgemental conversations protect closeness and strengthen your bond.
   

Central Health has been providing expert menopause care for 35 years now we are starting in London.

Whether you are in Central or Marylebone our GPs and gynaecologists provide expert,evidence based menopause care including HRT, fezolinetant, lifestyle strategies, and natural remedies. We also support partners and families because menopause is not just a women’s issue, it is a relationship and community one.

For more expert tips and insights on managing menopause, read our main article 15 Top Tips from Central Health for the Menopause.