Menopause Out Loud

We will welcome you where you are. Whether you are interested in learning more about what's ahead, experiencing a few symptoms of perimenopause, in the thick of it, or not sure if you're in perimenopause or not, you are welcome here!

We have two distinct offerings. Based on your needs, one or the other may be a better fit for you, but you are welcome at both! In The Full Circle: A Six Week Foundations Course, some of the information likely won’t be relevant to you, as it is geared towards women in perimenopause. However, a lot of the course covers information about healthy aging and emotional wellness that would be useful and relevant to post-menopausal women. Menopause Out Loud: A Monthly Meetup is focused on building community and support around the topic of peri/menopause. We welcome those who are farther along on their menopause journey. Your insight and experience would be a valuable addition to our group.

Our intention is to promote informed decision-making rather than a particular treatment or approach. We recognize that everyone has a unique experience, and there is no one-size-fits-all approach. We aim to create a nonjudgmental space to discuss the pros and cons of various approaches.Take what is useful, and leave the rest behind.

We take a holistic approach that includes your mind, body, and soul. This is because we believe that honoring this natural life transition will improve your experience - emotionally, physically, and spiritually. Together we can create a new model of menopause - one that is healthy, powerful, nourishing and wise. We have two different offerings: The Full Circle: A Six Week Foundations Course - a structured course providing a comprehensive foundation for menopause wellness. Menopause Out Loud: A Monthly Meetup - a drop-in group to learn and connect with your MWC community. If you take the six-week course and want to stay connected to the community you’ve created, you can continue that connection by attending the monthly meetups. If you aren’t able to do the six-week course right now, you can still come to the monthly meetups whenever you are available. If you aren’t sure if The Menopause Wellness Circle is the right fit for you, fill out an interest form and we’re happy to get back to you and answer any questions you have.

These groups are specifically for people who have experienced peri/menopause (or will in the future). This allows for more open conversation and a feeling of comfort and safety. While support people (who have not/ will not go through peri/menopause) are not able to attend these groups, if there is interest we may offer a one-day course geared toward support people. Fill out our interest form if this is something you might be interested in.

No. We welcome all gender identities in this group, provided perimenopause is (or will be) part of your life experience. However, the research is almost non-existent around the trans experience of perimenopause. We want to be upfront that our knowledge and experience is limited as far as the nuances and specialized care needed to fully support trans perimenopause. That said, the holistic treatment approaches are universally supportive and we are committed to creating a beautiful, inclusive community.

Not yet! But fill out our interest form if this is something you might be interested in.

We will discuss HRT, or what is now known as Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT). We will discuss what MHT can help with, possible side effects, and alternatives. We will also discuss steps to take prior to starting MHT to ensure safety and a positive experience, including questions to ask your doctor.

We will move forward with a minimum of 6 people, and we'll cap the group with a maximum of 14 people. We will form a waiting list for future groups.

Your safety and comfort are a top priority! Our meetings are held in an office building with a locked front door with a buzzer. Since the meeting will end after dark, we will ensure that everyone has an escort to their car when leaving. At our first meeting, we will also work together to create our Group Agreements. This will be our contract with each other to ensure that all circle members are treated respectfully. We want everyone to clearly understand the boundaries and agreements of the group. If there is anything we can do to help you feel more comfortable, let us know!

The early bird price is $325 if you register by July 30th, 2025. The regular fee is $375. If you are able to do so, please consider increasing your investment, so that we can offer need-based scholarships. (Suggested amount: $500, but any increase over the regular fee helps us offer scholarships.) We aim to make this course accessible to people of all income levels, while still keeping the course financially sustainable. If the regular fee is unaffordable for you, please contact us for scholarship information.

Since it is a drop-in group, the size of each group will vary. We will hold the meetup each month, regardless of size, so you can always count on the group to be there.

We really appreciate it when you RSVP- it helps us plan ahead. However, if you are able to come at the last minute but haven’t RSVPed, please don’t let that stop you from joining! We still want you there! Menopause Out Loud is a drop-in group, so no commitment is required.

Your safety and comfort are a top priority! We will ensure that everyone has an escort to their car when leaving. At each meeting, we will also share our Group Agreements. This will be our contract with each other to ensure that all circle members are treated respectfully. We want everyone to clearly understand the boundaries and agreements of the group. If there is anything we can do to help you feel more comfortable, let us know!

The suggested donation is $25 per person, per meetup. This donation helps us cover the cost of the space and keeps the group financially sustainable. ​​​We aim to make this group accessible to people of all income levels. No one will be turned away for lack of funds.

Nope! This is a drop-in group - come whenever it works for you. Each group will be different, so you can come as often as you like.