Most women reach perimenopause without ever having been taught what menopause actually is, what symptoms to expect, or how to recognise the early signs. In this episode, Women’s Health Physiotherapist and Menopause Mentor Roberta Bass explores why menopause education has been missing for so long — in schools, in healthcare training, and in society — and how this gap leaves many women feeling unprepared and worried when symptoms begin.

Roberta reflects on her own experience through school, university, and professional training, where menopause was barely mentioned despite affecting every woman. She explains how this lack of education contributes to confusion, anxiety, and delayed support, and why understanding the changes happening in your body can make the transition far easier to manage.

You’ll also hear why previous generations may have experienced menopause differently, how modern stress and lifestyle can intensify symptoms, and why open conversations with younger women are essential so they don’t face the same silence.

If you’ve ever thought “Why did no one tell me this?”, this episode will help you understand the bigger picture — and what you can do next to feel more informed and supported.

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