I had an amazing time at Pause Live in London on Saturday. Thank you to Katie and Julija (Allonus team) who helped man the stand and share the experience with so many people.   The event was very well attended and the organisation was brilliant. I applauded  all of the ‘Pause Team’ who worked so hard to make this event the huge success it was. Amazing to see so many Interesting stands, exhibitors dedicated to supporting women in their own way. The world of Pause opened up wit

Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) Workshop and Q&A panel discussing PMDD disorder unrecognised, little known, however a large percentage of women are affected. PMDD is a blend of severe PMS and mental health impacts! Health professionals and women’s expanded awareness is urgently required. Joy Wisdom will be there for further discussions on menstrual to menopause.   Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is characterised by symptoms of premenstrual phase of a menstrual c

Holidays are time when routine is interrupted. We eat and drink differently and peri-menopause symptoms are more prevalent. For instance over indulging in alcohol causes increased hot flushes. Pressures of preparations, overloading self, exhaustion sets in. The even keel is lost and we start to feel unwell, with hormonal symptoms kicking in! Pre-menopause is the start of hormonal change. Where the body starts to shift and change with hormonal decline. As women we have got us