Menopause is having a moment. Your news feed, conversations at the school gate, even your group chats seem to be full of perimenopause and menopause talk. After years of being brushed aside, women's midlife health is finally getting the attention it deserves.

It’s completely normal to feel nervous before seeing a gynaecologist for the first time. Many women feel unsure about what will happen during the appointment, whether they’ll need an examination, or what questions they should ask.