MenoMates is your partner for creating menopause-friendly workplace environments.
Empowering workplaces starts with MenoMates.
At MenoMates, we believe investing in menopause training for workplaces is not only beneficial for those going through the transition but also for the entire organisation. By raising awareness and providing support, we can create more inclusive and productive work environments for everyone.
The Benefits of Providing Menopause Support
The impact of menopause at work can be profound, affecting not only individual employees but also the overall productivity of an organisation. Menopause is a natural biological process caused by a decline in hormones. It can occur naturally typically in the late forties or early fifteies. However, the decline in hormones can start to occur betwee four and ten years before menopause hits. The impact of menopause on employees, and subsequently the workplace is often overlooked. With symptoms ranging from difficulty in concentration, loss of confidence, fatigue and hot flushes, menopause can significantly affect a person’s productivity and well-being at work.
Why Provide Menopause Care in the Workplace?
CREATE AN INCLUSIVE ENVIRONMENT
Promoting a supportive and inclusive environment helps those going through the menopause feel more comfortable talking about their symptoms. When people feel able to speak up and ask for what they need, it can lead to better morale across the team and higher retention rates.
BUILD A RESPECTFUL CULTURE
When colleagues and managers are better informed, they’re more likely to respond with understanding and empathy. This kind of awareness helps to build a more respectful culture, where people feel seen, heard, and supported at work.
BOOST JOB SATISFACTION
Offering menopause training shows that an employer values staff well-being. It’s a clear signal of commitment to health and support, which can boost job satisfaction, improve performance, and help people feel more confident at work.
“Join us in breaking the silence and stigma surrounding menopause in the workplace. Together, we can create environments where those going through the transition feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive during this important life transition.”
Herpreet Lotay Sharma, Founder of MenoMates
The impact of menopause on your employees
• The fastest growing group in the workplace is menopausal women, with 33% of the workforce soon to be over 50.
• Around 80% of menopausal women experience symptoms that can affect their work, yet nearly half don’t seek medical advice and many feel uncomfortable raising the issue at work.
• A lack of awareness and ongoing stigma mean 23% of women have considered leaving their jobs due to symptoms, and 14% are already planning to resign.
That is a huge loss of an experienced and valued workforce demographic.
Kind words from our clients
“We are hugely grateful to Herpreet who came to deliver an incredibly insightful menopause deep dive session to some of our employees in the office last week.
Herpreet breaks down the science in an easily digestible format, helping women to navigate the complexities and significance of hormones and providing a balanced approach of HRT vs holistic wellbeing practices. Herpreet has a fantastic sense of humour and really empowers women to seek out the resources available to them, whilst also arming them with the knowledge they need to take control of their bodies during the transformational years of the menopause.
Would highly recommend, thank you Herpreet!”
LUCY MATTHEWS, OLIVER AGENCY
The current lack of menopause support in the UK leads to:
Investing in the short term can help avoid long-term problems such as:
cost of recruitment
cost of employee relations
cost of employee absenteeism
Menomates are here to support you
Hot-Flash Seminars
Up to 2 hours of focused training to help senior leaders and line managers understand the impact of menopause at work. Sessions explore the realities of perimenopause and menopause, encourage open conversation, and offer practical guidance for supporting individuals and teams with confidence and care.
2 hours
Lunch & Learn
Designed for businesses looking to build menopause awareness across all levels—from leadership to frontline teams. Led by a clinical menopause specialist pharmacist, these 30-minute sessions cover key facts about menopause and perimenopause, including symptoms and support strategies. Each webinar finishes with a Q&A, giving participants the chance to ask questions and explore the topic in more depth.
1 hour
Pause Cafe
Bespoke sessions designed to support male and non-binary team members who want to learn more about menopause in a respectful, inclusive space. These sessions offer the chance to ask questions openly, build understanding, and explore how to offer meaningful support in the workplace.
Menopause Policy Support
We help organisations create or review menopause policies that offer clear, practical guidance. While not legally required, having a policy in place shows commitment to employee wellbeing. A well-designed policy acts as a living document—something that grows and adapts with your team’s needs over time.
One to One Clinical Support
Some organisations are eager to provide individualised support to employees who may be genuinely struggling to access assistance.
These sessions can be conducted either in-person or virtually. Each session encompasses a comprehensive 50-minute holistic consultation, along with two follow-up sessions over a three-month duration.
Become a MenoMate!
Menopause Champion Training equips selected employees with the knowledge, confidence, and tools to become visible, approachable points of support within their workplace. Champions help foster open conversations, reduce stigma, and promote a menopause-friendly culture by signposting resources, advocating for inclusive policies, and supporting colleagues with empathy and understanding.
This training is ideal for HR teams, line managers, wellbeing leads, or anyone passionate about driving positive change around menopause at work.
PROUD TO SUPPORT
Hi, I'm Herpreet
I am deeply committed to providing exceptional, personalised care to each of my patients. By actively listening and understanding the unique priorities of each individual, I ensure that our care plans align seamlessly with their needs and objectives.
I incorporate evidence-based treatments while also recognising the crucial role that lifestyle factors play in promoting good health during the menopause, an aspect often underestimated but essential.
My professional journey has encompassed diverse roles, spanning community healthcare, primary care, and academia. These experiences collectively guided me toward my current role as a prescribing pharmacist with a primary focus on menopause.
Let’s start this journey together.
Empowering the Workplace
Our Vision
Menomates is dedicated to supporting organisations in their journey to create an inclusive and empowered workforce. We offer tailored programs and resources designed to educate employers and HR departments about the unique challenges women face during menopause and provide guidance on implementing supportive policies and practices.
By partnering with Menomates, organisations can build a culture of understanding and inclusivity, where all employees feel valued and supported—regardless of gender or age. We believe every woman deserves to feel respected and empowered to thrive at work during the menopause transition.
Our mission is to ensure workplaces are informed, confident, and equipped to offer the right support. Through education, advocacy, and ongoing guidance, we’re breaking the stigma and helping create environments where women can continue contributing with confidence and dignity.