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Dr Anne Henderson is a Consultant Gynaecologist and one of a select group of British Menopause Society accredited Specialists in the UK. |
Let’s be honest: menopause is more than just hot flushes and hormone swings. It can come with a hefty price tag. The physical and emotional toll is matched by the financial strain, which often goes unspoken. From doctor appointments and hormone tests to trial-and-error purchases and lost productivity, the cost of menopause adds up fast.
The Hidden Costs
The average cost of seeing a menopause specialist in the UK ranges from £250 to £310 for an initial consultation, with follow-ups costing around £175 to £280. So, what’s the real cost of seeing a menopause specialist? Once you add blood and hormone testing, the bills can stack up quickly.
Want to try hormone therapy? The cost of hormone replacement therapy for menopause depends on the type and provider. Through the NHS in England, an HRT prepayment certificate costs £19.30 per year. But the cost of private menopause treatment, including hormone implants and sprays, can reach hundreds. Hormone implants alone can be up to £850.
These are just the direct medical costs. Add in the trial and error of symptom management, from sleep aids and mood balancers to vaginal moisturisers and energy boosters, and the financial toll keeps growing. Many women find themselves searching for the right support, often disappointed by products that overpromise and underdeliver.
Let’s Talk About Work
Menopause isn’t just personal, it’s professional. The UK Parliament’s “Menopause and the Workplace” report found that 14 million working days are lost every year to menopause symptoms and that’s just for women aged 50 to 64.
Behind the stats are real women powering through brain fog, broken sleep, low energy and mood swings. It’s no surprise that some feel pushed to cut hours or step back completely. The financial toll’s one thing, but it’s the missed promotions, the shaken confidence and the stalled careers that really sting.
It doesn’t have to be this way. With the right support, women can thrive through menopause and not shrink from it.
Wellness Shouldn’t Break the Bank
At NAYDAYA, we believe women deserve better. That’s why we focus on support that works. Our bestselling Victory Range, Menopause Capsule and Blitz Body Oil are made with proven ingredients to help you feel more balanced, more comfortable, and more like yourself.
Whether you’re dealing with vaginal dryness, low libido, mood swings, or changing skin, our products are here to ease the pressure – physically and emotionally. No long routines, no gimmicks – just real care for real bodies.
Menopause support should feel like self-care, not self-sacrifice. Our bundles and subscriptions offer comfort, quality and value, so you can prioritise your wellbeing without stretching your budget.
You Deserve Better
Menopause touches every part of life – from sleep and sex to work and self-worth. And too often, the cost of managing it’s carried quietly and alone.
You deserve support that sees you, hears you, and helps you feel like yourself again.
Let’s keep the conversation going. Let’s ask for better. And let’s choose support that gives us our power back.
Your body’s changing, your needs are valid, and you shouldn’t have to carry this cost alone.
Further Reading:
Lack of menopause awareness and support is costing the UK close to £10 billion
The Financial Burden of Menopause Care
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