E33- Dr Louise Newson- Menopause and The Silent Strain Couples Don't Talk About
Monumental Podcast · Pete Hunt
Audio is streamed directly from the publisher (episodes.captivate.fm) as published in their RSS feed. Play Podcasts does not host this file. Rights-holders can request removal through the copyright & takedown page.
Show Notes
Menopause and perimenopause can quietly affect marriage, intimacy, and family life. In this episode, Dr Louise Newson, The @menopause_doctor explains how hormonal change impacts mood, connection, and desire, why symptoms are often misunderstood, and how men can better support their partner.
We explore what is actually happening in the body when hormones change and why it can show up as personality shifts, anxiety, anger, brain fog, exhaustion, and loss of libido. We also look at why many men internalise this as rejection or failure, and what they can do to support their partner without judgement.
If your relationship feels different in midlife, this conversation offers clarity
Chapters
00:00 Why menopause is affecting marriage and family life
02:25 Louise Newson’s story and why she spoke out
06:00 What menopause and perimenopause really are
11:30 Why symptoms are missed and misunderstood
17:15 Emotional distance intimacy loss and relationship strain
23:03 Why sex touch and desire can disappear
29:15 Isolation stress and escapism for men
34:45 What men can do to support their partner
41:18 Testosterone decline and hormonal health in men
44:50 Final thoughts and why this conversation matters
To learn more about our Network for men in leadership, please visit: https://monumental.global/the-network/
Sponsor
This episode is proudly supported by Burgess Mee, a family law firm helping individuals navigate the emotional and legal complexities of relationship breakdown with clarity and dignity. Learn more at https://burgessmee.com