Women’s Health Unwrapped
Episode 161:
The truth about menopause brain fog
Are you walking into rooms and forgetting why you’re there? Losing words mid-sentence?
Wondering if it’s just stress — or something more?
“Brain fog doesn’t just make you forgetful — it makes you question whether you’re still the woman everyone thinks you are. That’s the real cost. The quiet self-doubt no one else sees.”
— Nicola Farndell
In this episode of Women’s Health Unwrapped:
Many women in midlife are used to being the ones who keep everything running — but what happens when your brain suddenly doesn’t keep up?
In this solo episode, I’m exploring the misunderstood but deeply impactful experience of brain fog in perimenopause and menopause. Drawing from my own journey, insights from hundreds of clients, and research gathered for my whitepaper on menopause and women’s careers, I unpack why so many smart, capable women feel like they’re losing their edge — and what to do about it.
This is essential listening for anyone feeling foggy, flat or frustrated — and for the workplaces looking to better support the women in their teams.
In this episode we’re unwrapping:
Why brain fog happens during perimenopause and menopause.
How it affects your identity, confidence and sense of capability.
The ripple effect of cognitive shifts on career and daily life.
The internal narrative can be more damaging than the fog itself.
What current research reveals about brain function in menopause.
Five habit-based strategies to gently support clarity and focus.
Practical, real-life advice to help women feel more clear, calm and in control again.
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