Menopause is a natural stage of life, yet many women continue to navigate its physical and emotional changes without adequate information or support.
Certified wellness and menopause coach Ariel says the lack of awareness and conversations about menopause in previous generations has left many women unprepared for the transition.
Speaking on TV3’s The Afternoon Show on Thursday, October 15, 2026, Ariel said women who experienced menopause in the past often did so in silence because information about the condition was limited and stigma surrounded some of its symptoms.
“It is not our fault. Right from the beginning, even our parents did not know the word menopause back then to tell us,” she said.
She noted that the effects extend beyond individual women, affecting marriages, communities and workplaces, particularly when women lack the support and communication needed to manage the changes.
Ariel said greater awareness would help women recognize menopause-related symptoms and avoid unnecessary fear or panic when they experience unfamiliar changes in their bodies.
She urged women to be intentional about preparing for the transition, stressing that ageing is inevitable and requires adequate knowledge to navigate well.
According to her, menopause education should begin during the early reproductive years and continue into midlife to help women approach the transition with confidence and maintain their desired quality of life.
Her comments come as October marks World Menopause Awareness Month, which seeks to raise awareness of menopause and encourage more open conversations about women’s health and wellbeing.
By Whitney De-graft
