17 Jun Unlike her friends and family, your will also notice any changes in her libido or sexual response
It is best for menopausal women to visit the doctor with their partner, as it helps the doctor to assess how the relationship is affecting her symptoms, and enables the man to play an active role in the treatment process.
Offering to accompany a menopausal partner to the doctor is an important way of supporting her. She may be more willing to make the visit simply because she has a support person. You can also help by investigating where appropriate health professionals can be found, for example by finding out if there is a menopause nurse at the local family planning clinic, or investigating the resources available in the obstetrics and gynaecology department of the local hospital.
Psychological factors
Women experience significant changes at menopause, and it's difficult for those who are close to them not to notice. As her partner, you likely know her well and spend significant time with her, and are thus likely to notice mood changes more than others (and perhaps find yourself in the middle of a menopausal mood swing once in a while). All these changes can cause concern and anxiety, and you may wonder what you are doing wrong.
Education about the physical changes that occur at menopause and the symptoms they create can help reassure you that it's all natural.