Sharryn Ludlow
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Meet Dr Nirmala Daya: Menopause Doctor Sydney
Dr Nirmala Daya is a Specialist General Practitioner, AHPRA-registered since 1991, and the founder of North Shore Women’s Health (NSWH), a Sydney practice dedicated entirely...
Menopause, mood and anxiety: understanding it and finding help in Australia
There is a particular kind of distress in feeling like a stranger inside your own skin. You snap at someone you love and do not...
What women are telling us about menopause in Australia, 2026
The conversation about menopause in Australia is louder this week than it has been in months. I watched it unfold in my own feed, and...
Why is my doctor asking for a mammogram before HRT? An Australian guide
If your doctor has mentioned needing a mammogram before HRT (or MHT) is prescribed, and you left the appointment with more questions than answers, you...
How do I know what stage of menopause I am in? (The map you never got)
In plain terms If you’re currently spiralling, searching “what stage of menopause am I in?” and just need the short version: menopause isn’t a light...
Menopause joint pain in Australia: why it happens and what helps
Menopause joint pain is one of the most common symptoms of perimenopause and menopause, and for many women one of the most physically wearing. The...
Medical and natural approaches to menopause: how they work together
Natural menopause treatment in Australia is most effective when used alongside medical care, not instead of it. The framing of “medical versus natural” creates a...
Menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) in Australia: a clear guide
Written by Sharryn Ludlow, founder of Menopause Resource Hub. Checked against current Australian guidance from the Australasian Menopause Society, the RACGP, Jean Hailes for Women’s...
What Are the First Signs of Perimenopause?
The first signs of perimenopause are most commonly changes to your menstrual cycle: periods that become irregular, heavier, lighter, or closer together than usual. Alongside...