India, Aug. 31 -- Menopause is a major milestone in a woman's life. During this period, there are big hormonal shifts which impact mental health, energy levels, sleep, and overall wellbeing. Preparing for menopause helps women navigate these changes more efficiently.

Obstetrician and gynaecologist Dr Thejavathy G V, who is a senior consultant at Motherhood Hospital, told HT Lifestyle that Indian women get menopause much earlier, requiring greater awareness about how to manage these physical, emotional and hormonal changes that come with menopause.

She said, "Menopause is a transformative phase that every woman experiences, yet it often arrives with little preparation or open conversation. In India, women typically enter menopause around...