One of the categories, Book of the Year – Non-Fiction Narrative – was presented in association with The Big Issue. I’ve been peri menopausal for at least the last year and reading this book has been such an eye opener for me. On social media, on podcasts and in newspapers, there’s a huge menopause conversation, as confrontational as it is celebratory. By using the Web site, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by the Terms and Conditions. For far too long, there’s been too little information, now we want to bust the myths, remove the taboo and create the book that every woman wants, and every man should read.

This audiobook has been very useful for learning about the wide range of menopausal symptoms and the treatments available. There are two small areas of the book which mention ‘women who have had cancer’ it talks endlessly about HRT which is never an option for women who have had oestrogen positive cancers obviously! My passage through midlife’s magnificent shitshow has been an education that put me in my place, and helped me understand how tough that place is for others. No more just evidence-based infoNo real women, real menopause stories, real empathy, real communityHonest, no-holds-barred Dry vagina?At the awards ceremony, Davina was announced the winner of two awards — including the top prize, Book of The Year, for Menopausing, a book she co-authored with Dr Naomi Potter.

Chair of the British Book Awards judges and The Bookseller’s editor Philip Jones said: “Readers were the real winners this year, with titles ranging from Menopausing to Tyger to I’m a Fan demonstrating the remarkable virtuosity of the book business, especially for its role in amplifying and creating conversations around mental health, misogyny, sexuality and gender, the menopause and more. The book promises to explore and explain the science around the perimenopause and menopause, debunk damaging myths, and smash the taboos to bring this vital conversation firmly into the mainstream. Although the book falls short for me in properly addressing the needs of women who are particularly sensitive to hormonal changes, such as those with existing mental health conditions, it does acknowledge that individual experiences with menopause can vary greatly.

Dr Nighat Arif, the BBC Breakfast GP and menopause specialist, tries to reach out to her underserved community by doing TikToks in Urdu. It has given me the confidence to go back and book another appointment and be more proactive in asking for help.

Smashing taboos and debunking myths this book provides you with evidence-based information, from zero sex drive, to dry vaginas, hair loss, night sweats, depression, and much more - Menopuasing has got it all covered. This lack of representation alienates a significant portion of readers who may not identify with the specific narratives presented.She has made a significant contribution to raising awareness and inspiring women to understand their bodies better. This book also makes you realise you're not on your own and there's an army of women out their to support you and make sense of the way you are feeling! The doctor said: “There’s lots of things you can do in terms of lifestyle to really improve quality of life and symptoms. I appreciated the medical sections from Dr Naomi Potter which were an excellent supplement to each of Davina’s chapters. It wasn’t just the menopause but midlife unravelling, too, or as psychotherapist Susie Orbach puts it: “The menopause arrives, seeking out our vulnerabilities like a guided missile, just as we need all our strength to cope with daily life.

I would have appreciated more advice for people who have had breast cancer, as for us, there is no magic pill. For too long, women have had to keep quiet about the menopause its onset, its symptoms, its treatments and what it means for us. She now prefers to see her menopausal breakdown as a breakthrough, having navigated the transition with therapy, mindful meditation, exercise and healthier eating. Nominees included memoirs by Matthew Perry and the late Alan Rickman but the winner was Super-Infinite, a biography of poet John Donne by Katherine Rundell. By exploring and explaining the science, debunking damaging myths, and smashing the taboos around the perimenopause and menopause, this book will equip women to make the most informed decisions about their health and their lives.Naomi and I feel it’s our mission to get the message out so you can all make informed decisions about you menopause journey and your bodies . What’s more, Dr Potter also backed simple lifestyle changes like exercise and diet as they can make a “massive difference” for your menopause symptoms. Micronised progesterone isn’t licensed on the NHS formulary in Scotland, Darlington, Doncaster and most regions in the north, while it’s much more easily available in London.