Voices & Resources
The doctors, advocates, creators, and communities shaping the menopause conversation. Who to follow, what to read, and how to find your people.
The menopause conversation is exploding. After decades of silence, women are finally talking — and there's an incredible community of doctors, advocates, and creators sharing evidence-based information. Here's a curated guide to the best voices and resources.
YouTube
Longer-form content for deep dives into menopause topics.
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Dr. Louise Newson
Newson Health
Extensive video library covering every aspect of menopause. Patient stories, expert interviews, HRT deep dives.
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Mary Claire Wellness
Dr. Mary Claire Haver
Educational videos, interviews, Q&As. Great companion to her book and social content.
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Peter Attia / The Drive
Clips on menopause & HRT
Longevity-focused MD with excellent menopause episodes featuring experts. Deep science.
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Andrew Huberman
Huberman Lab clips
Neuroscientist with relevant episodes on hormones, sleep, and women's health. Science-heavy.
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Gennev
Gennev Menopause
Telehealth company with excellent educational content, expert interviews, and practical advice.
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Midi Health
Midi Health YouTube
Educational videos from their clinical team, covering symptoms, treatments, and lifestyle.
Podcasts
Audio content for your commute, workout, or quiet moments.
The Dr. Louise Newson Podcast
Dr. Louise Newson
Weekly conversations with experts, patients, and advocates. Comprehensive, compassionate, evidence-based. The gold standard.
Apple, Spotify, all platforms
The Menopause Manifesto
Dr. Jen Gunter
Based on her book. Science-forward, myth-busting, direct. Great for cutting through the noise.
Apple, Spotify
Hot Flash Inc
Ann Marie McQueen
Journalist interviews experts, entrepreneurs, and women navigating menopause. Business + health angle.
Apple, Spotify
The Hormone Diaries
Various hosts
Real women sharing their experiences. Raw, honest, relatable. You'll feel less alone.
Apple, Spotify
Morphology
Tamsen Fadal
TV journalist navigates her own menopause journey, interviewing experts along the way.
Apple, Spotify
The Melissa Ambrosini Show
Episodes on menopause
Wellness podcast with excellent menopause episodes featuring top experts. Holistic approach.
Apple, Spotify
Books
The essential reading list for understanding menopause.
The New Menopause
Comprehensive guide covering symptoms, HRT, nutrition, and lifestyle. Accessible, evidence-based, empowering.
Essential
The Menopause Manifesto
Myth-busting, science-forward deep dive. Great for skeptics and those who want the research.
Essential
Estrogen Matters
The case for HRT. Debunks the WHI misinterpretation. Important for understanding the science.
HRT Focus
The Menopause Brain
Neuroscience of menopause. Essential if you're concerned about brain fog and cognition.
Brain Health
Next Level
Exercise and nutrition specifically for perimenopause and beyond. Practical training advice.
Fitness
The XX Brain
Broader look at women's brain health across the lifespan. Context for menopause's brain effects.
Brain Health
What Fresh Hell Is This?
Perimenopause focus. Honest, funny, validating. Great for "am I going crazy?" moments.
Perimenopause
The M Word
UK GP's comprehensive guide. Practical, warm, thorough. Good international perspective.
UK
You're Not Crazy, It's Your Hormones
Metabolic health focus. Good on insulin resistance and weight changes in menopause.
Metabolic
Communities & Forums
Find your people. You're not alone in this.
r/Menopause
Reddit
Active, supportive community. Real experiences, product recommendations, emotional support. Anonymous and honest.
The Menopause Support Group
Facebook
Large, active group. Mix of venting, questions, and support. Moderated for quality.
Menopause Chicks
Website & Community
Canadian-based community with resources, expert content, and private forum. Warm and welcoming.
Let's Talk Menopause
Nonprofit / Events
Advocacy org with events, education, and community. Focus on breaking the stigma.
The Hot Spot
Private Community
Paid membership community with expert access, courses, and peer support.
Balance App Community
App
Community features within the Balance menopause tracking app. Integrated with tracking.
Official Organizations
Medical societies and nonprofits with authoritative, evidence-based resources.
Trusted Medical & Advocacy Organizations
North American Menopause Society (NAMS)
Medical Society
menopause.org
British Menopause Society
Medical Society (UK)
thebms.org.uk
International Menopause Society
Global Medical Society
imsociety.org
American College of OB-GYN
Medical Society
acog.org
Women's Health Concern
UK Charity
womens-health-concern.org
Society for Women's Health Research
Research Advocacy
swhr.org
Menopause Telehealth
Virtual care platforms with menopause-trained clinicians.
Menopause-Focused Virtual Care
Midi Health
Menopause specialists, insurance accepted
Evernow
HRT delivery, ongoing care
Gennev
Holistic approach, nutrition + medical
Alloy
HRT + supplements, subscription model
Winona
Bioidentical HRT focus
Stella (UK)
UK-based menopause platform
Health by Heather Hirsch
Direct from menopause specialist
Newson Health (UK)
Dr. Louise Newson's clinic
How to Evaluate Sources
Not all menopause content is created equal. Here's how to spot the good from the questionable.
Red Flags vs. Green Lights
🚩 Red Flags
- Claims to have a "miracle cure" or "one weird trick"
- Sells expensive supplements without evidence
- Dismisses all HRT as dangerous based on old data
- Uses fear-based marketing
- No medical credentials or expertise
- Doesn't cite sources or research
- One-size-fits-all approach to treatment
- Makes promises that sound too good to be true
- Refuses to acknowledge complexity or nuance
✓ Green Lights
- Has relevant medical training (MD, DO, PhD)
- Cites peer-reviewed research
- Acknowledges "it depends" and individual variation
- Discusses both benefits and risks
- Encourages working with your doctor
- Transparent about conflicts of interest
- Stays current with evolving guidelines
- Speaks respectfully, not condescendingly
- Recommends individualized approaches
Be especially skeptical of: Anyone selling expensive supplements or programs while dismissing evidence-based treatments like HRT. The wellness industry has discovered menopause — and not everyone has your best interests at heart. Stick with credentialed experts who cite research.
💡 Good Questions to Ask
- What are this person's credentials?
- Are they selling something?
- Do they cite research or just personal opinion?
- Do they acknowledge complexity and nuance?
- Would they say "talk to your doctor"?
- Is their advice individualized or one-size-fits-all?
📚 Cross-Reference With
- NAMS position statements (menopause.org)
- ACOG clinical guidelines
- British Menopause Society resources
- Multiple credentialed sources
- Recent peer-reviewed research
- Your own doctor (ideally menopause-trained)
Start here: Follow Dr. Mary Claire Haver and Dr. Louise Newson on social media. Read "The New Menopause" or "The Menopause Manifesto." Join r/Menopause on Reddit. You'll quickly get oriented to the landscape and find your own trusted sources from there.
Social Media
The doctors and advocates breaking the silence on Instagram and TikTok.