Season 4 Episode 18 : Grey divorces, and the impact of menopause

#Divorce: Support before, during and after with Sarah-Jane · May 27, 2026 · 32m · transcript

This episode explores the intersection between menopause, long-term relationships, and what is often called “grey divorce”, separation later in life after decades together.

We discuss the emotional, physical, and financial changes that can emerge during midlife, and how menopause, shifting identities, changing relationship dynamics, and years of accumulated pressure can sometimes lead couples to reassess their future together.

I am joined by Sarah Barr Young, Head of the Financial Remedies Department at Jones Myers in Harrogate. Sarah specialises in complex financial disputes, including long…