The argument for prioritising sleep at any stage of life is strong, but during perimenopause and menopause, it becomes even more compelling. In fact, trouble sleeping is one of the early warning signs of perimenopause for many women. As oestrogen and progesterone begin to fluctuate, sleep quality often declines, with research showing that around 40–47% of women in perimenopause report sleep difficulties, a higher rate than before this transition begins. Poor-quality sleep doe

What are hormones – and how do they affect our mood in perimenopause? It’s estimated that 1 in 5 people in the UK experience a common mental health condition such as anxiety or depression and women are more likely to be affected. Hormones play a huge role in this, particularly during perimenopause , when many women feel like they’re on a constant hormonal rollercoaster.   Research has shown a strong link between menopause and mental health challenges, with some studies report

Progesterone is often overshadowed by its more famous sister, oestrogen, especially as we approach menopause, when all the attention seems to land there. But progesterone is just as vital, and when levels fall, the effects can be felt throughout the entire body. Progesterone is a key female sex hormone, produced mainly in the ovaries after ovulation each month. When ovulation slows or stops, as it does during perimenopause and menopause, the ovaries produce far less progester

Hello, I’m Lucy Childerley, I am based in the Woburn Sands/Aspley Guise area and specialise in women’s health, offering bespoke nutrition and lifestyle programmes to get you back in control. There is so much conflicting advice out there and it can feel like a minefield – but I can empower you to take back control of your health, regain balance and feel happy in your own body once again. Feeling Tired, Gaining Weight, Snappy? It Could Be Perimenopause Are you gaining weight de

At Revive, we don’t just train you, we coach you. We create training programmes specifically around YOUR goals. Then we coach you through, week by week, until you smash through your own finish line! Our members are from all different start points, from gym newbies to professional athletes who train and develop with us. Everyone starts somewhere, and everyone sees huge improvements! We are one of only a few HYROX Affiliated Gyms in Milton Keynes, with 75% of our members compet

Welcome to Lion Pride Tang Soo Do. Tang Soo Do is a classical Korean martial art combining powerful striking, controlled forms, and practical self-defence. Rooted in ancient Korean and Chinese traditions, it fosters physical strength, mental discipline, and personal confidence. At Lion Pride Tang Soo Do, we offer a welcoming and supportive environment where everyone—from beginners to experienced practitioners—can develop skill, respect, and community. Our curriculum stays tru

No Strings Develop is a dedicated course for beginners who are new to badminton to develop their skills under the No Strings framework. The 8-week course is delivered by a Badminton England endorsed coach who will cover all the essential skills required to play the game including, grips, movement, serving, backhand and forehand play. Your coach will focus on building your confidence throughout the course through fun and engaging sessions. Contact details are in the flyer belo

Blaze Trails is the UK’s parent and baby walking community. We support parents to feel confident outdoors. We have 80+ free parent and baby walking groups around the country. Join a local group or start your own! Walking is brilliant for our mental and physical health, but getting outdoors with a baby can feel daunting. We’re here to provide you with the walking buddies, support and inspiration you need to make that step out into nature achievable. All our walks are free and

By 'The Woburn Sands Collection' - Preserving the history & heritage of Woburn Sands and district, with archive photos, family history data and fascinating stories from the past. We hope you will enjoy this walk around Woburn Sands and part of Aspley Heath. If you are new to the district, it will provide some of the history of our town and the stories connected to it.  If you are local, we hope you will find something of interest about your surroundings. So, why not stretch t