70 – How perimenopause can really impact you and your partner

The Dr Louise Newson Podcast · May 28, 2026 · 31m · transcript

What happens when women finally realise they’re not “going crazy”, but experiencing hormonal changes?In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by comedian and content creator Matt Hyams, whose viral social media videos about perimenopause have resonated with millions of women around the world. Together, they discuss the reality of living throughperimenopause, why so many women feel dismissed or misunderstood and the impact hormonal changes can have on mood, relationships, confidence and mental health.Matt shares how his humorous videos unexpectedly became a source of validation for women…