Where menopause used to be something rarely talked about, in recent years - and partly thanks to celebrities like Jo Whiley and Davina McCall being open about their experiences - it has become much less taboo.
Many companies now have policies in place to help their staff members going through the menopause and there is a wide variety of new products available to deal with the symptoms and side effects, ranging from traditional HRT, or hormone replacement therapy, through to homeopathic and natural remedies.
There are currently more than 30 recognised possible mental and physical symptoms of menopause which can severely impact everyday life including anxiety and low mood, concentration issues, brain fog, night sweats, difficulty sleeping, itching skin and reduced libido.
Symptoms can last four years or more and sometimes last well into later life.
Wellness brand Feel has expanded their product range into products to help with symptoms of menopause and they're so confident about the effectiveness of their products, which are vegan, GMO-free, gluten-free and not tested on animals, that they offer a 30-day money back guarantee with no questions asked.
Feel Menopause is aimed to combat fatigue, promote hormonal balance, and leave sufferers feeling calm and comfortable throughout the menopausal transition. It was formulated with expert advice from nutritionist Nicki Williams, a women’s health and menopause specialist.
But does it make a difference in alleviating symptoms?
Our reviewer, Julia Fletcher, has been using Feel's menopause supplements for a few weeks now and, while the firm says it takes 2-3 months of use to get the full benefit, said she had already noticed some changes since starting using Feel.
She told us: "Some of the symptoms I have been struggling with are fatigue, brain fog and concentration issues so I was intrigued to try the Feel Menopause supplement, a hormone free formula containing essential isoflavones, key B vitamins and evidence-based botanicals.
"Two weeks into taking this supplement my hot flushes seem to be reduced, in fact I forgot to take them one day and the flushes returned. I am also feeling more balanced and less fatigued.
"I am hoping that continued taking of this supplement will balance out my mood swings - my husband will be happy with that, meno-rage is a real thing - and that as I continue to use it it will help with the brain fog and concentration."
Julia has been menopausal for almost two years and isn't suitable for HRT, having previously had hormone responsive breast cancer eight years ago.
She added: "The menopause is sometimes called a lifequake and that perfectly sums it up. I am tackling my dwindling oestrogen levels though any natural lifeline that will help me cope with the plethora of symptoms and challenges.
"It’s great to see so many new products aimed at making life easier for menopausers as it effects half the population, and the other half have partners, sisters, friends, colleagues that will go through it."
Feel is currently offering 25% off all menopause products, whether subscription or one-off purchases, for readers using the code REACH25. Click here to view the range.
