Books to Consider
Estrogen Matters - Dr. Avrum Bluming & Carol Tavris
The mothership of MHT data. A science-heavy, evidence-driven deep dive into menopausal hormone therapy. A much-needed counterbalance to the nationwide panic that followed the WHI.
The Menopause Manifesto — Dr. Jen Gunter
A modern classic. Evidence‑based, myth‑busting, and written with the exact blend of sass and science midlife deserves.
The Menopause Brain- Dr. Lisa Mosconi
A deep dive into how hormones shape cognition, memory, and mood. Neuroscience meets practical guidance.
The New Menopause - Dr. Mary Claire Haver
Focuses on metabolic health, inflammation, and lifestyle medicine. Very popular with women wanting actionable steps.
The Perimenopause Survival Guide - Dr. Heather Hirsch
Approachable discussion and explanation of perimenopause. This book helps to identify symptoms and support potential approaches to care during this chatoic time.
Unlock your Menopause Type - Dr. Heather Hirsch
Straightforward and clarifying approach to menopause. She breaks down menopause into different “types”, further helping women to identify patterns versus the random chaos it feels like.
The Vagina Bible - Dr. Jen Gunter
A very smart, clear and refreshingly un-awkward guide to vaginal and vulvar health. Helps to clear the myths, mixed messages and wildly inaccurate information that we have all stumbled across at some point.
You are Not Broken - Dr. Kelly Casperson
A lovely blend of science, humor and clear discussion around women’s bodies. Leaves you feeling informed and empowered.
The Menopause Sex Guide - Dr. Kelly Casperson
A great addition to her first book, this guide focuses on intimacy in midlife in a way that destigmatizes the material. No shame, straight facts.
Unbreakable - Dr. Vonda Wright
Powerhouse guide to staying strong, mobile and confident through midlife. Exercise, Nutrition, lifestyle and supplements all broken down with “how to” type guidance.
Next Level - Dr. Stacy Sims & Selen Yeager
Active women essential. Focused education on training, nutrition, and performance during perimenopause and menopause.
Menopause: What your Ob-Gyn wants you to know
Clinical read. Developed by American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists (ACOG), this book provides science back information grounded in research and the clinical expertise of thousands of contributing OBGYNs.
