Denise Yeats’ Post

🌟 Essential Insights: The Underestimated Impact of Menopause in the Workplace Menopause is more than a personal health issue; it's a workplace concern affecting productivity and engagement. Here are some compelling statistics: • 100% of Women: Every woman will experience menopause, impacting the entire workforce. • 22% Speak Up: Only 22% of employees have openly discussed menopause at work.² • 90% Performance Affected: A staggering 90% feel their menopausal symptoms negatively impact their work. • 1 in 3 Consider Changes: Many consider reducing hours or leaving their job due to menopause symptoms.¹ • 34 Known Symptoms: These include hot flushes, difficulty concentrating, and brain fog, affecting daily activities. 🔍 Recent findings reveal a profound but often overlooked issue: menopause's impact on employee well-being and productivity. Here are some eye-opening facts: • Menopause symptoms can lead to a noticeable drop in productivity. • Many employees feel unsupported during menopause, affecting engagement and retention. • Implementing strategies like educating managers, conducting surveys, and appointing a menopause champion are crucial. 💡 Solutions to Consider: Educational Workshops: Raise awareness and understanding among all employees. Menopause Policies: Implementing specific policies can provide targeted support. Health and Wellbeing Support: Access to healthcare professionals specializing in menopause. Flexible Working Arrangements: Catering to varying needs and symptoms. Supportive Culture: Fostering an environment where employees feel safe to discuss their experiences. 👩💼 By embracing these changes, we can foster a more inclusive and supportive workplace culture. Let's discuss and share experiences! #WorkplaceInclusion #MenopauseAwareness #EmployeeWellbeing" ¹Survey of 1,132 women from Newson Health Menopause and Wellbeing Centre,  ²2019 2 Study of 2,000 UK employees by Peppy in September 2021

The question is:  "What resources are available for managing menopause symptoms at work?" Mr. Menopause's answer is: Managing menopause symptoms at work involves accessing various resources to create a supportive and accommodating environment. First, you can seek information and guidance from reputable online sources such as health websites, blogs, and forums dedicated to menopause. Human resources departments within companies often provide policies and support mechanisms, including menopause-specific training programs, flexible work arrangements, or accommodations that make menopause symptoms more manageable in the workspace. Additionally, employee assistance programs (EAPs) may offer counseling and resources to help cope with the emotional and psychological aspects of menopause. Many companies are becoming more menopause-friendly by providing menopause-specific programs, training, and resources for staff. Open communication with supervisors and colleagues is crucial for creating an understanding and inclusive workplace culture. Finally, menopause specialists and healthcare professionals with menopause expertise can provide personalized advice to alleviate specific symptoms, including medication or lifestyle recommendations. Overall, a comprehensive approach involving education, workplace policies, and open dialogue can contribute to effectively managing menopause symptoms in the workplace. Now I have a question for you: Is your workplace menopause-friendly, or is there room for improvement? Take the Menopause Matters: A Workplace Awareness Quiz for Leaders and discover how your company measures up. It's time to make a positive change for the well-being of your employees. Take the Menopause Matters: A Workplace Awareness Quiz for Leaders here: https://lnkd.in/gtrR5k6W #MrMenopause #MenopauseMatters #MenopauseAwareness #QuizTime #CorporateWellness

Menopause at Work. The impact of menopause in the workplace is huge – and often underestimated. That’s why we recently held two lunch and lean-in sessions in partnership with the Australasian Menopause Society where Dr Liz Rayment and Dr Amie Hanlon shared their evidence-based insights on Menopause Awareness and Midlife Health at Work.   “Currently, 77% of women aged 45-54 are in paid employment and peri/menopausal symptoms can have an impact on their day-today life at work,” says Dr Liz.   Why are we talking about this? Because menopause is rarely a topic of open discussion in the workplace — even though nearly half of the world's population experiences it. Ultimately, there should be no place — including the workplace — for suffering in silence.   We’ve wrapped up our learnings in the article Menopause at Work which looks at how employers can better support women through midlife and how the workplace can be optimised for early/premature/peri/menopause. Listen to the conversations: https://lnkd.in/gAaXQQjC   Here are seven aspects worth investigating. 1.      Is it possible to modify workspaces for menopause-friendly comfort? 2.      Enabling teams to vary work hours to better accommodate symptoms. 3.      Encouraging healthy habits. 4.      Encouraging exercise and physical activity. 5.      Fostering engagement. 6.      Prioritising connections. 7.      Nurturing diverse and inclusive workforce where diversity and inclusion is represented through all levels of the business. We extend our thanks to Dr Liz Rayment, Dr Amie Hanlon and the Australasian Menopause Society for joining us in the studio and online for the first sessions in our Mind the Gap series. Mind the Gap provides a platform for important conversations on subjects that are topical, sometimes controversial and too often invisible/unspoken. Through this initiative, we’re exploring avenues for shared understanding while advocating for holistic health and wellbeing in the workplace — and beyond. Stay tuned for updates on our next Mind the Gap events.

World Menopause Day is the 18th October. Did you know? 💜 81% of businesses don't have a menopause policy. 💜 84% of businesses don't provide menopause training for staff. Are you one of those businesses representing the above statistics? Did you know? 💜900,000 women quit UK jobs due to the menopause. That's 1 in 10. 💜 Perimenopause lasts 4 - 8 years on average. There are 30+ recognised menopausal symptoms. These can be physical, mental, or emotional. Symptoms often start in the mid-40’s. The more common symptoms are: 💜 84% sleep 💜 73% brain fog 💜 70% hot flushes 💜 69% mental health 💜 67% joint ache Would you like your partner or colleagues to be better informed? Book our newest webinar for the workplace: Menopause Guidelines For Partners & Colleagues. It includes confidence-boosting content for sensitive conversations. You may also be interested in our factsheet which includes statistics, symptom management, and signposting. 👉 Learn more about how we can support your workplace here: www.handsonatwork.co.uk or email info@handsonatwork.co.uk 💙Hands On At Work working with you to provide workplace wellbeing services to support the mental, physical and emotional health of your employees. 💙 Workplace Massage to Reflexology, Yoga, Pilates, Desk Yoga to Laughter Yoga, Mindfulness to Menopause and Meditation, Men's Health to Healthy Heart checks- we've got you covered. #Business #WorkplaceMassage #WorkplaceWellbeing #Wellbeing #Worcestershire #WestMidlands #WorkplaceWellness #HR #HRSupport #WellbeingAtWork #WellbeingInTheWorkplace #wellbeingmatters #wellbeingwarrior #healthandwellness #wellness #healthandwellbeing #wellbeingservices #health #EmployeeEngagement #EmployeeHappiness #EmployeeMotivation

Menopause is a natural phase of life that affects people with ovaries. The impact of menopause extends beyond the individual experiencing it, it can also affect those around them; friends, partners, children and work colleagues. Menopause training is vital for any workplace, it not only helps colleagues going through Menopause but also those who work with them. Did you know? 👉 1 in 10 women leave the workplace due to menopause. 👉 8 out of 10 of menopausal women are in work. 👉 3 out of 4 women experience symptoms, 👉 1 in 3 of the workforce will soon be over 50, and retirement ages are now 68. (Source - https://lnkd.in/grKfnRze) It's time to support your employees with our Menopause session ♀ The session covers; 👉Awareness of the 30+recognised symptoms including; insomnia, brain fog, mental health, hot flushes. 👉 How to manage symptoms. 👉 The treatment options. 👉 How to have a menopause conversation with your Manager. This session is available as a webinar or seminar. It is; ⭐live ⭐date & time of your choosing ⭐unlimited audience ⭐recording permitted to share with colleagues unable to attend live 👉 Learn more about how we can support your workplace here: www.handsonatwork.co.uk or email info@handsonatwork.co.uk 💙Hands On At Work working with you to provide workplace wellbeing services to support the mental, physical and emotional health of your employees. 💙 Workplace Massage to Reflexology, Yoga, Pilates, Desk Yoga to Laughter Yoga, Mindfulness to Menopause and Meditation, Men's Health to Healthy Heart checks- we've got you covered. #Business #WorkplaceMassage #WorkplaceWellbeing #Wellbeing #Worcestershire #WestMidlands #WorkplaceWellness #HR #HRSupport #WellbeingAtWork #WellbeingInTheWorkplace #wellbeingmatters #wellbeingwarrior #healthandwellness #wellness #healthandwellbeing #wellbeingservices #health #EmployeeEngagement #EmployeeHappiness #EmployeeMotivation

𝗡𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝗼𝗽𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲: 𝗧𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 The impact of menopause on some women's professional lives can be disruptive. Persistent symptoms such as hot flashes and sleep disturbances can impact concentration and productivity, leading to decreased job performance, increased absenteeism and presenteeism. For individuals suffering symptoms, effective management of menopause involves a holistic approach encompassing nutrition, physical activity, mental health and wellbeing strategies. Read more: https://okt.to/o4Ecwi #Menopause #Womenwellbeing #workforcewellbeing #InternationalSOS

𝗡𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝗼𝗽𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲: 𝗧𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 The impact of menopause on some women's professional lives can be disruptive. Persistent symptoms such as hot flashes and sleep disturbances can impact concentration and productivity, leading to decreased job performance, increased absenteeism and presenteeism. For individuals suffering symptoms, effective management of menopause involves a holistic approach encompassing nutrition, physical activity, mental health and wellbeing strategies. Read more: https://okt.to/2XAr51 #Menopause #Womenwellbeing #WorkforceWellbeing #InternationalSOS

Menopause at Work. The impact of menopause in the workplace is huge – and often underestimated. That’s why we recently held two lunch and lean-in sessions in partnership with the Australasian Menopause Society, where Dr Liz Rayment and Dr Amie Hanlon shared their evidence-based insights on Menopause Awareness and Midlife Health at Work. “Currently, 77% of women aged 45-54 are in paid employment, and peri/menopausal symptoms can have an impact on their day-to-day life at work,” says Dr Liz. Why are we talking about this? Because menopause is rarely a topic of open discussion in the workplace — even though nearly half of the world’s population experiences it. Ultimately, there should be no place — including the workplace — for suffering in silence. We’ve wrapped up our learnings in the article Menopause at Work, which looks at how employers can better support women through midlife and how the workplace can be optimised for early/premature/peri/menopause. View the conversations here: https://lnkd.in/gT8vaGti Here are seven aspects worth investigating. 1. Is it possible to modify workspaces for menopause-friendly comfort? 2. Enabling team members to vary work hours and to better accommodate symptoms. 3. Encouraging healthy habits. 4. Encouraging exercise and physical activity. 5. Fostering engagement. 6. Prioritising connections. 7. Nurturing a diverse and inclusive workforce where diversity and inclusion is represented through all levels of the business. We extend our thanks to Dr Liz Rayment, Dr Amie Hanlon and the Australasian Menopause Society for joining us in the studio and online for the first sessions in our Mind the Gap series. Mind the Gap provides a platform for important conversations on controversial subjects that are often invisible or unspoken. Through this initiative, we’re exploring avenues for shared understanding while advocating for holistic health and wellbeing in the workplace and beyond. Stay tuned for updates on our next Mind the Gap events.