The Dr Louise Newson Podcast 51 – A man’s guide to menopause
Mar 17, 2026
Joe Warner, journalist and author of Burning Up, Frozen Out, offers a concise male-perspective primer on supporting partners through perimenopause and menopause. He discusses how partners often spot symptoms first. They cover communication tips, navigating dismissive healthcare, intimacy changes, practical ways men can listen and advocate, and why patience and teamwork matter.
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Men Are Often Ignorant But Willing To Learn
- Many men start from ignorance about female hormones but feel liberated when they learn it's normal and medical, not personal fault.
- Joe Warner describes how his initial confusion turned into open questioning and purposeful research that informed his book.
Louise's Six Months That Changed Everything
- Louise Newson recounts six months of severe perimenopausal symptoms that nearly made her quit her job and harmed her marriage.
- She describes night sweats, cognitive fog and saying hurtful things to her husband until hormones helped.
Partners Often Spot Symptoms First
- Partners often notice menopausal changes before the woman does and act as the 'scout' to prompt help.
- Joe Warner learned many women delay or deny symptoms, so an observant partner can accelerate diagnosis.
