The Menopause Manifesto (by Dr. Jen Gunter)
As menopause becomes less taboo, I’ve noticed a surge in books on the subject. Intrigued, I decided to start with Dr. Jen Gunter’s “The Menopause Manifesto: Own Your Health with Facts and Feminism.”
I wanted to gain a comprehensive understanding of menopause. My current health provider doesn’t discuss it unless I bring it up. While she answers my questions succinctly, I often feel like she assumes I know more than I do. It’s as if I’m supposed to have all the answers, but I don’t. I thought a book written by a gynecologist would be a good place to start, so I chose “The Menopause Manifesto.”
Overall, the book is well-written and extremely comprehensive. Dr. Gunter appears highly knowledgeable, compassionate, and dedicated to her work. It’s perfect for those with medical knowledge or those considering Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT), as the information is more technical than I preferred.
I found some helpful information and appreciated the resources she recommended for further reading. However, most of the book didn’t apply to my current situation, and the technical language quickly lost my attention. I decided to read the chapters that piqued my interest and skipped the rest.
I enjoyed Dr. Gunter’s humor and personal anecdotes. I knew going in that she’d present a feminist perspective, and thankfully, it wasn’t over-the-top or distracting from her message. I was simply looking for information and would prefer the facts without negative comments about men. This mostly occurred when she discussed the history of women’s medicine. I wasn’t interested in the history of medicine either; I wanted current experiences, symptoms, and treatments.
Fortunately, I was able to access the audiobook of “The Menopause Manifesto” for free using my Audible membership. Dr. Gunter narrated the book, and she did a great job.
I have a few other books on menopause that I intend to read. Perhaps they will better align with my interests.
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