Identify up to three practical steps you can take to support colleagues experiencing menopause or menstrual health symptoms. by https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx Add your response to the discussion question above. en-us 2025-02-24 15:43:39 UTC 2026-06-16 12:59:11 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/2754.png https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3390880824 I commit to talking openly about my own experiences about perimenopause to normalise these conversations, and act as a source of awareness raising and support for colleagues.

]]> 2025-04-01 11:24:23 UTC https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3390880824 https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3402406408 I will normalise conversations, support colleagues to find quiet rooms if experiencing symptoms, discuss any adjustments for the people I line manage and make sure sanitary products are always accessible.

]]> 2025-04-09 10:03:10 UTC https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3402406408 https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3472773764 I want to provide an empathetic ear for anyone who wishes to speak about these issues.

]]> 2025-05-29 16:40:55 UTC https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3472773764 https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3477179348 Provide a listening and empathic ear to colleagues

]]> 2025-06-03 09:24:18 UTC https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3477179348 https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3477180110 Normalising conversations and having open discussions

]]> 2025-06-03 09:24:43 UTC https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3477180110 https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3477249115 I will help to normalise this topic, keep spare painkillers and offer to reschedule meetings if needed

]]> 2025-06-03 10:42:20 UTC https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3477249115 https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3481406580 Be empathic and supportive to colleagues.

]]> 2025-06-06 12:33:13 UTC https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3481406580 https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3486530080 Educate myself so I know how best to support colleagues

]]> 2025-06-11 09:56:56 UTC https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3486530080 https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3497185025 Having more awareness and consideration for the impact of symptoms during work

]]> 2025-06-20 12:28:00 UTC https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3497185025 https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3499013836 Have a listening ear and promote openness. Discuss with people I line manage what they would feel is helpful to them - everyone is different!

]]> 2025-06-23 08:18:24 UTC https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3499013836 https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3500328436 Be more serious about the topic - instead of making fun of myself or menopause in general. In that regard being more aware of how my colleagues may be managing symptoms

]]> 2025-06-24 08:07:20 UTC https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3500328436 https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3501887277 Be open about my own menopausal journey when appropriate, this would allow others to discuss their issues as well. If I witness anyone struggling encourage them to take a break and have a drink, making sure the fans are available. Always empathetic to colleagues situations male and female and assist if appropriate.

]]> 2025-06-25 14:20:18 UTC https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3501887277 https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3501996823 have more knowledge and consideration of the impact the menopause can have

]]> 2025-06-25 16:51:30 UTC https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3501996823 https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3506160807 Always have ibuprofen and paracetamol in case anyone needs! Also if I am having cramps or anything, be honest about it when someone asks "how are you" so it opens the chat

]]> 2025-06-30 14:04:38 UTC https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3506160807 https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3508241467 talk, listen and care. Everyone's experience is similar but different. I know what I've experienced and some of the things I do to help me. I also know I've ignored symptoms. I think we are getting better at talking, but this still needs improvement.

]]> 2025-07-02 07:30:56 UTC https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3508241467 https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3511524470 self education, listening ear if required

]]> 2025-07-06 13:45:12 UTC https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3511524470 https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3512588049 Offer a confidential listening ear to colleagues.

]]> 2025-07-07 14:50:05 UTC https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3512588049 https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3521333649 Dont mismimse/ minimise or joke about other's having menopausal symptoms

]]> 2025-07-16 14:08:50 UTC https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3521333649 https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3526901673 Be open to conversations when appropriate about these matters and to be sensitive to both my own and others' experiences.

]]> 2025-07-23 10:09:56 UTC https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3526901673 https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3527970774 Improve my understanding of menopause and menstrual health in order to be more empathetic

]]> 2025-07-24 14:48:37 UTC https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3527970774 https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3527972717 Offer to support a colleague in whatever small way helps - e.g. opening a window, finding a desk fan for them, getting them a hot or cold drink

]]> 2025-07-24 14:51:37 UTC https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3527972717 https://padlet.com/dmillan16/x549d2xra7nzoprx/wish/3955127325 Talk about menopause openly and continue with own research.

Offer flexible and responsive working arrangements.

Be kind when its me affected (much better at being kind to others!).

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