Cracking the Menopause, Menopausing (HB), Preparing for the Perimenopause and Menopause 3 Books Collection Set

Cracking the Menopause, Menopausing and Preparing for the Perimenopause and Menopause are brought together in this three-book collection, each addressing the perimenopause and menopause and the lack of clear, widely shared information around them. Across the set, the authors aim to challenge stigma, correct misinformation and encourage more open conversation about a life stage experienced by half the population.

Cracking the Menopause: While Keeping Yourself Together by Mariella Frostrup and Alice Smellie combines personal experience with science, expert input and humorous illustrations. Davina McCall’s Menopausing sets out to explore the science, tackle myths and break taboos, with the stated goal of helping readers make informed decisions. In Preparing for the Perimenopause and Menopause, Dr Louise Newson draws on research and patient stories, covering symptoms, treatment options and wider wellbeing during menopause.

Included titles

• Cracking the Menopause: While Keeping Yourself Together
• Menopausing
• Preparing for the Perimenopause and Menopause

Key details

• Three-book collection set
• Cracking the Menopause: While Keeping Yourself Together by Mariella Frostrup and Alice Smellie
• Menopausing by Davina McCall (hardback)
• Preparing for the Perimenopause and Menopause by Dr Louise Newson
• Preparing for the Perimenopause and Menopause described as a No. 1 Sunday Times Bestseller

Synopses

Cracking the Menopause: While Keeping Yourself Together

This book argues for a more honest, updated conversation about menopause, rejecting long-standing myths and stereotypes. Mariella Frostrup shares her own experience alongside science, advice from leading experts, case studies and humorous illustrations, presented with wry humour. It is positioned as a guide from perimenopause onwards, aiming to separate myth from reality and offer advice.

Menopausing

Davina McCall’s guide addresses the shame, fear and misinformation that can surround menopause, asking why accurate information is so hard to find. It sets out to explain the science, challenge damaging myths and confront taboos around perimenopause and menopause. The book presents itself as support for making informed decisions about health and life.

Preparing for the Perimenopause and Menopause

Dr Louise Newson focuses on misdiagnosis, misinformation and stigma, and sets out why being perimenopause aware matters regardless of age. Drawing on research and patient stories, the book covers symptoms, HRT options, early menopause, sleep, nutrition, exercise and mental health. It aims to help readers take charge of their health and changing bodies.