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Men... Let's Talk Menopause: What's Going on and What You Can Do about It
A comprehensive guide to the female menopause, written for men to help them understand this often perplexing topic. It addresses all the important aspects of the menopause, including the physical, psychological, genito-urinary and long term symptoms that can occur. It gives essential information on options available to cope with those symptoms plus good advice for men (and women!) on practical lifestyle choices. Short and easy to dip in and out of, with humorous illustrations and practical tips for what you can do (and what NOT to say), this is your essential handbook for surviving the change in YOUR life.
104 pages, ebook
Published April 25, 2019
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August 6, 2019
This is a really simple and useful book not only for partners of those in peri-menopause or menopause but also anybody wanting to understand. I also found it very helpful in learning more about it all for myself.
Let's face it. Menopause isn't a fabulous thing. It's tough going. We need support. I shared a lot of this information with my boyfriend and being able to explain things clearly without a lot of complicated conversation was really good for both of us. I actually learnt things I did not know from this book despite a fair bit of research and will be talking to my doctor about some options to help me during my own journey through menopause.
Totally recommend this to any woman whether it's for yourself, to read with a loved one, share information from or have your male (or female really) partner read for themselves. One of the less complicated books on the market and a quick read. A solid 4 stars from me.
Let's face it. Menopause isn't a fabulous thing. It's tough going. We need support. I shared a lot of this information with my boyfriend and being able to explain things clearly without a lot of complicated conversation was really good for both of us. I actually learnt things I did not know from this book despite a fair bit of research and will be talking to my doctor about some options to help me during my own journey through menopause.
Totally recommend this to any woman whether it's for yourself, to read with a loved one, share information from or have your male (or female really) partner read for themselves. One of the less complicated books on the market and a quick read. A solid 4 stars from me.
September 18, 2020
I’m sure there are millions of self help books for women relating to menopause and women’s health in general. “Men … Let’s Talk Menopause” by Ruth Devlin is the first I’ve heard of that’s aimed at men.
Now I will hold my hand up and say that I didn’t really notice it was for men when I downloaded it. Yep, I will blame menopausal brain fog for that one, I thought it was a play on words, haha!
Here are my thoughts from both a man and a woman’s point of view.
I’ve got a really understanding husband but I wasn’t at all sure that he’d be interested in reading a book about menopause, even if it was for men. We are pretty open about things and I do tell him “oh it’s another symptom of the menopause”. For him, that’s good enough and he doesn’t need loads of facts.
But for others, this is going to be a useful read. Firstly, it can be read in under an hour and I think that is really important from a man and a woman’s perspective.
There are straightforward chapters covering physical, psychological, genitourinary and some rarer symptoms. There is lots of coverage of how lifestyle, exercise and diet can help improve symptoms, a chapter dedicated to HRT and one for alternative remedies.
I found the latter particularly interesting because when I’d first started looking into this, I was overwhelmed by all info online – to see it stated as a short and simple grid would have been extremely beneficial to me if I’d read it back then.
I thought the links and tick lists at the end of the book were very useful, more so for ladies reading. Sometimes seeing it in print can make the penny drop. Yes, so all those symptoms put together do equal menopause. They are not just all in your head!
I think this book is ideal for women at the beginning of their menopause journey and the men that it is intended for.
When my husband got home, I asked him if he would read it and it was a definite no. Nor would my adult sons, but we’ve had conversations and they’ve asked what they want to know. Like I say we are very open.
However, I have been getting some great feedback from men about a post I published recently where 16 women share their menopause stories and men ARE interested in finding out more. So, if you have a partner who would read a book for information then this one is definitely for them
Now I will hold my hand up and say that I didn’t really notice it was for men when I downloaded it. Yep, I will blame menopausal brain fog for that one, I thought it was a play on words, haha!
Here are my thoughts from both a man and a woman’s point of view.
I’ve got a really understanding husband but I wasn’t at all sure that he’d be interested in reading a book about menopause, even if it was for men. We are pretty open about things and I do tell him “oh it’s another symptom of the menopause”. For him, that’s good enough and he doesn’t need loads of facts.
But for others, this is going to be a useful read. Firstly, it can be read in under an hour and I think that is really important from a man and a woman’s perspective.
There are straightforward chapters covering physical, psychological, genitourinary and some rarer symptoms. There is lots of coverage of how lifestyle, exercise and diet can help improve symptoms, a chapter dedicated to HRT and one for alternative remedies.
I found the latter particularly interesting because when I’d first started looking into this, I was overwhelmed by all info online – to see it stated as a short and simple grid would have been extremely beneficial to me if I’d read it back then.
I thought the links and tick lists at the end of the book were very useful, more so for ladies reading. Sometimes seeing it in print can make the penny drop. Yes, so all those symptoms put together do equal menopause. They are not just all in your head!
I think this book is ideal for women at the beginning of their menopause journey and the men that it is intended for.
When my husband got home, I asked him if he would read it and it was a definite no. Nor would my adult sons, but we’ve had conversations and they’ve asked what they want to know. Like I say we are very open.
However, I have been getting some great feedback from men about a post I published recently where 16 women share their menopause stories and men ARE interested in finding out more. So, if you have a partner who would read a book for information then this one is definitely for them
June 21, 2019
The book is set out in short chapters with bullet points so that the information is concise, easy to read and informative without extensive medical jargon.
It lists the symptoms, both physical and psychological which can occur and there are literally heaps of helpful tips to make this time a little easier. Ruth Devlin lists lifestyle changes, diet and exercise tips as well as a factual guide to HRT and alternative remedies.
At the back of the book, there are lists of recommended further reading which is ideal for anyone who needs extra support and a handy symptom checklist. Then finally the author writes about her quest to demystify and raise awareness of the menopause.
This book is a really useful tool for anyone who is going through the perimenopause or the actual menopause. I loved how concise it was and yet it is packed full of information and links to organisations who can offer genuine help. If you are debating the pros and cons of taking HRT this book will invaluable or you may find an alternative that works just as well.
The book is aimed at men but other members of the family could benefit from this information. There really is no need for wives and mums to suffer in silence and a little kindness and understanding goes a long way!
It lists the symptoms, both physical and psychological which can occur and there are literally heaps of helpful tips to make this time a little easier. Ruth Devlin lists lifestyle changes, diet and exercise tips as well as a factual guide to HRT and alternative remedies.
At the back of the book, there are lists of recommended further reading which is ideal for anyone who needs extra support and a handy symptom checklist. Then finally the author writes about her quest to demystify and raise awareness of the menopause.
This book is a really useful tool for anyone who is going through the perimenopause or the actual menopause. I loved how concise it was and yet it is packed full of information and links to organisations who can offer genuine help. If you are debating the pros and cons of taking HRT this book will invaluable or you may find an alternative that works just as well.
The book is aimed at men but other members of the family could benefit from this information. There really is no need for wives and mums to suffer in silence and a little kindness and understanding goes a long way!
January 10, 2025
This book includes some great information on the changes associated with menopause. I appreciated the author's focus on medical science and emphasis on what symptoms and potential solutions do or do not have a scientific or medical basis. This book lost a few stars in my rating for two issues. First, the author is British and the focus seems to be a bit provincial - for example, lots of references to local stores, local web sites in the appendix, etc. that are less relevant or helpful for readers in other countries. And second, the book seems to be a loose adaptation of the author's materials used for menopause workshops for women. So much of the content isn't really targeted specifically at men - for example, the book concludes with 10 pages of checklists for menopause symptoms. The symptoms themselves are all covered already in the main body of the book, and I'm not sure what men are supposed to do with checklists that are written as "Do you suffer from...", "Do you experience..." etc. But there's no doubt this provides a comprehensive yet easily digestible overview of what my wife can expect to experience during perimenopause and menopause, and ideas for what I can do to support her through this journey.
November 20, 2022
Middle aged dudes! Read. This. Book.
February 25, 2023
Given to me by my workplace! Impressed with the initiative- this book serves a purpose
August 8, 2025
very useful indeed
Sounds brutal however definitely useful to learn.
Lots of information that I would have had no idea about.
Well worth a read
Sounds brutal however definitely useful to learn.
Lots of information that I would have had no idea about.
Well worth a read
October 20, 2020
I’m sure there are millions of self help books for women relating to menopause and women’s health in general. “Men … Let’s Talk Menopause” by Ruth Devlin is the first I’ve heard of that’s aimed at men.
Now I will hold my hand up and say that I didn’t really notice it was for men when I downloaded it. Yep, I will blame menopausal brain fog for that one, I thought it was a play on words, haha!
Here are my thoughts from both a man and a woman’s point of view.
I’ve got a really understanding husband but I wasn’t at all sure that he’d be interested in reading a book about menopause, even if it was for men. We are pretty open about things and I do tell him “oh it’s another symptom of the menopause”. For him, that’s good enough and he doesn’t need loads of facts.
But for others, this is going to be a useful read. Firstly, it can be read in under an hour and I think that is really important from a man and a woman’s perspective.
There are straightforward chapters covering physical, psychological, genitourinary and some rarer symptoms. There is lots of coverage of how lifestyle, exercise and diet can help improve symptoms, a chapter dedicated to HRT and one for alternative remedies.
I found the latter particularly interesting because when I’d first started looking into this, I was overwhelmed by all info online – to see it stated as a short and simple grid would have been extremely beneficial to me if I’d read it back then.
I thought the links and tick lists at the end of the book were very useful, more so for ladies reading. Sometimes seeing it in print can make the penny drop. Yes, so all those symptoms put together do equal menopause. They are not just all in your head!
I think this book is ideal for women at the beginning of their menopause journey and the men that it is intended for.
When my husband got home, I asked him if he would read it and it was a definite no. Nor would my adult sons, but we’ve had conversations and they’ve asked what they want to know. Like I say we are very open.
However, I have been getting some great feedback from men about a post I published recently where 16 women share their menopause stories and men ARE interested in finding out more. So, if you have a partner who would read a book for information then this one is definitely for them
Released 24 April 2019
Now I will hold my hand up and say that I didn’t really notice it was for men when I downloaded it. Yep, I will blame menopausal brain fog for that one, I thought it was a play on words, haha!
Here are my thoughts from both a man and a woman’s point of view.
I’ve got a really understanding husband but I wasn’t at all sure that he’d be interested in reading a book about menopause, even if it was for men. We are pretty open about things and I do tell him “oh it’s another symptom of the menopause”. For him, that’s good enough and he doesn’t need loads of facts.
But for others, this is going to be a useful read. Firstly, it can be read in under an hour and I think that is really important from a man and a woman’s perspective.
There are straightforward chapters covering physical, psychological, genitourinary and some rarer symptoms. There is lots of coverage of how lifestyle, exercise and diet can help improve symptoms, a chapter dedicated to HRT and one for alternative remedies.
I found the latter particularly interesting because when I’d first started looking into this, I was overwhelmed by all info online – to see it stated as a short and simple grid would have been extremely beneficial to me if I’d read it back then.
I thought the links and tick lists at the end of the book were very useful, more so for ladies reading. Sometimes seeing it in print can make the penny drop. Yes, so all those symptoms put together do equal menopause. They are not just all in your head!
I think this book is ideal for women at the beginning of their menopause journey and the men that it is intended for.
When my husband got home, I asked him if he would read it and it was a definite no. Nor would my adult sons, but we’ve had conversations and they’ve asked what they want to know. Like I say we are very open.
However, I have been getting some great feedback from men about a post I published recently where 16 women share their menopause stories and men ARE interested in finding out more. So, if you have a partner who would read a book for information then this one is definitely for them
Released 24 April 2019
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