Managing menopause

Let us begin that as a dental nurse, it is not your role to become a menopause expert or solve all the issues at play. Your role is to encourage a place for open and supportive conversation and know what internal resources are in place within your organisation to encourage and facilitate colleagues using them. The most significant thing you can do is have that first conversation, with others regarding menopause, and show that you’re willing to discuss these matters and that will respond in a supportive manner. Don’t be afraid about getting it wrong or using the wrong terminology; starting the process of open dialogue and exploring the issues together is what matters most within a team. Taking that first step and instigating open communication is key to having a successful outcome.