In this episode of Menopause Buddies I speak to Naijeria, from Kenya, who is helping to open the dialogue around menopause in Kenya
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In this episode of Menopause Buddies, I speak to Naijeria Toweett, a performing artist turned IT professional, based in Kenya.
Naijeria shares her journey through menopause and her plans to raise awareness and create a support network for menopausal women in Kenya, where menopause is still largely a taboo subject.
Naijeria only realised her symptoms were actually menopause, like a lot of women, retrospectively! She experienced hot flashes, mood swings, and heightened emotions, as well as high blood pressure.
Inspired by her own experience, Naijeria aims to raise awareness and create a supportive community for menopausal women in Kenya. She is keen on breaking the current silence and addressing taboos around menopause in Kenya.
Naijeria also explores the challenges faced by women in the workplace, questioning how employers can better support and accommodate menopausal women.
Nigeria envisions creating an online platform for Kenyan women, possibly through social media, where women can connect, share stories, and provide practical advice for managing menopause.
Through her writing and engagement, she hopes to challenge societal norms and improve women's health discussions in Kenya.
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