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Menopause in the Workplace

Menopause can significantly impact women's health and well-

being in the workplace. The most common symptoms affecting employees include fatigue, difficulty sleeping, poor concentration, and memory issues. These symptoms can lead to reduced work performance, attendance problems, and impact on career development decisions.
 

  • 65% of women report that menopausal symptoms affect their work performance

  • 18% have taken sick leave due to symptoms

  • 35% say career development decisions were influenced by menopause

Ways to Support Employees

Provide flexible
working arrangements

Offer options for adjusting work hours

or location to

accommodate symptoms.

Create a supportive environment

Ensure access to cold

water, well-ventilated

spaces, and encourage

open conversations.

Offer occupational

health services

Provide access to

menopause-specific
support and conduct

risk assessments.

Accessible Exercise

Routines

Accommodate and

provide access to

exercise routines.

How FemVital Works
 
As a menopause health and fitness coach, we can help support menopausal employees with exercise and nutrition initiatives:
 
Exercise Support

  1. Offer a Menopause Fitness Plan that includes aerobic exercise, strength training, and relaxation exercises tailored to the employee's abilities.

  2. Provide guidance on exercising for hormonal balance, weight management, and bone health during menopause.

 
Nutrition Support

  1. Advise on menopause-specific dietary needs and how nutrition can help manage symptoms.

  2. Promote a healthy, balanced diet that helps maintain stable blood sugar levels and supports gut health.​

How We do this

 

The program is designed to keep employees on track and motivated throughout their journey. 

 

  • Conduct a Menopause Workshop, followed by building a tailored program for each employee who wants to join.

  • Employees follow the program through the FemVital App, which includes:

    • Connectivity for discussing progress

    • A platform for asking menopause-related questions

    • Tools for working on habit changes 

    • Core Connect, featuring resource and workout collections​

Benefits of Support

 

By implementing these measures, employers can:

  • Reduce absenteeism

  • Improve employee concentration and engagement

  • Foster a more inclusive workplace culture

  • Retain valuable experienced staff


It's crucial for organizations to recognize menopause as a workplace issue rather than an individual problem. By providing appropriate support, employers can create a more supportive and productive work  environment for all employees.

Additional Benefits of Personalized Wellness Programs

 

  1.  Demonstrating Genuine Care: Tailored wellness initiatives show that employers value their staff as individuals, fostering stronger loyalty and commitment. When employees feel cared for, they are 60% more likely to stay with their organization.

  2. Addressing Individual Needs: Personalized programs cater to specific health objectives and lifestyles, allowing employees to access support aligned with their priorities.

  3. Enhancing Employee Experience: By offering customized benefits, companies create a more positive work environment.

  4. Promoting Work-Life Balance: Flexible wellness options help employees better manage their personal and professional lives, reducing stress and burnout.

  5. Fostering Community: Shared wellness activities can bring employees together, building stronger relationships and improving collaboration.

  6. Improving Overall Well-Being: Personalized programs address physical, mental, and emotional health, leading to healthier, happier employees who are more likely to stay with the company.


By incorporating these exercise and nutrition-focused strategies, employers can create a more supportive environment for menopausal employees, potentially improving their wellbeing, productivity, and job satisfaction.

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