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Help your partner understand menopause

So your partner understands what you are going through and knows how to support you.

Supporting Your Partner Through Menopause

Menopause Foundation of Canada

Supporting Your Partner Through Menopause

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Description

This resource is intended for your partner and covers practical strategies to improve communication, recognise symptoms and provide the right support, both emotional and practical (e.g. managing symptoms, helping navigate care).

The guide can be read on your own and aims to encourage open discussions within the couple. Professional advice is recommended if symptoms have a significant impact on quality of life.

This tool was selected by experts to guide your choice.

Why this resource was selected
  • Resource developed by the Menopause Foundation of Canada.

  • Offers practical advice for supporting someone going through menopause.

  • Promotes a better understanding of the physical and emotional impacts.

  • Encourages open communication within the couple.

 

Need to talk to someone quickly?

Support workers are available 24/7 to help you. Reach out to them.

Info-Santé (811 - Option 1)

Call 811 (option 1) to quickly reach a nurse.
Health advice and referral to the right services.

Info-Social (811 - Option 2)

For a difficult situation or psychosocial support, call 811 (option 2).

Emergency 911

In case of immediate danger, to you or a loved one, call 911.

 

Last updated on September 17, 2026

 

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