More from Molke

Time is a luxury: A story of surgical menopause

Dec 13, '23

Night sweats, low moods, insomnia…thanks to increased coverage in the media menopause symptoms are finally being talked about. Still not as openly, widely and without stigma as they should but it’s a start. I’m grateful to work in an environment where it’s ok to let your co-workers know that you...

What happens when HRT isn't an option? By Anne Clarke

Dec 8, '23

This Menofest blog was kindly written by Anne, who was unable to take HRT for menopause symptoms after a breast cancer diagnosis: "I had an idea that I was in perimenopause when my periods gradually became less frequent. I knew people who were already experiencing this so I was aware of...

Fat, Black and Disabled: why I will continue speaking up for the Body Positive Movement

Nov 15, '23

I saw a comment under a post on body positivity the other day that said “I just want to follow a plus-size page without political drama”. And, I get that. I do. As a fat, Black, disabled woman, believe me when I say I am tired of talking about my body....

Menopause has been a dirty word for too long! By Karen Janes

Nov 2, '23

My work combining Psychology and Energy Healing means that I talk to many midlife women experiencing hormonal changes. The overwhelming feeling is that it sucks! And what if you’re under 45, or even 40? Maybe you don’t have hot flushes or you’re still having regular periods – then it can’t...

Don't wait for permission to love yourself

Aug 10, '23

“Oh they really love themselves” said with a judging sneer. We’ve all heard this at some point in our lives whether about us, someone else, or in passing. But why does it have such a sting? Loving ourselves can be seen as acceptable by society, but usually only when there...