About Menotopia

A space for real women to share real experiences with perimenopause and menopause. Find answers, ask questions, and connect with others who get it.

Welcome to Menotopia – A Community for Real Talk on Perimenopause & Menopause

Menopause, perimenopause, and hormone fluctuations aren't something most of us grew up talking about. When perimenopause hits, it often catches us off guard. The sleep issues, emotional swings, memory glitches and weight gain doesn’t make any sense.

I know because I lived through it.

I’m not a doctor, and I don’t claim to have all the answers. I created Menotopia because I felt completely unprepared and alone. It took me years to find the right care, try different treatments, and slowly rebuild what I had lost—my energy, my clarity, and my sense of control.

Luckily, I eventually found a doctor who truly listened. We began experimenting with supplements and HRT, and little by little, I started feeling like myself again.

No woman should have to go through this transition without support or real information about what to try and where to begin. That’s why I created Menotopia.

Menotopia is a growing archive of real stories, lived experiences, and useful insights from women like you. Whether you're looking for answers, connection, or a place to speak freely, you're in the right place.


What You’ll Find Here

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Once you’re signed up, you can read the full archive and everything new as it’s published.

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Real community
Menotopia is a space for real talk. No judgment, no pretending. Just women telling the truth.

Join the Conversation

Menotopia is free to join because this kind of information and support should be accessible. If something here resonates with you, don’t keep it to yourself. Comment. Ask a question. Share the post with a friend.

And if you have your own experience to share, we’d love to hear it.

How to Share Your Story

We're building a library of real voices, and your story matters. If you'd like to write a blog post for Menotopia, email your submission to:

yvonne.markgraf@menotopia.com

Include a title, your story, and a short bio if you'd like. We'll review and publish selected posts in the Community section.

Because menopause isn’t the end of anything. It’s the beginning of a new chapter and you deserve to write your own happy ending.