Nadia Renata

Many women reach midlife carrying decades of responsibility — work, family, caregiving, faith and community. International Women’s Day is not only about progress in the world. It is also about recognising that women are allowed to grow, evolve and become someone new.

Midlife can bring unexpected reflection and quiet grief for the life we imagined. But it can also mark the beginning of clarity, courage and a more honest way of living.

Menopause is a natural transition in a woman’s life, yet many Caribbean women face it in silence. This article explores why menopause deserves open conversation, understanding and support.