Menopause is something every woman will experience, yet for many in Ireland, it still arrives with uncertainty, confusion, and too little preparation. Despite being a natural life stage, it is often surrounded by silence, meaning women can find themselves noticing changes without fully understanding what is happening or where to turn for reliable support.

New research titled Menopause Dialogues – The Census, commissioned by CanesMeno®, highlights the significant challenges faced by Irish women experiencing menopause. While signs of menopause are common, many women still feel unprepared when they begin their journey, with a significant number saying they didn’t initially recognise the signs of perimenopause or menopause.

Hot flushes, sleep disruption, fatigue, mood changes and reduced energy are among the most commonly reported symptoms, but the impact goes far beyond physical changes. Many women also describe emotional strain, pressure to “be fine,” and a lack of accessible, credible information to guide them through this stage of life.

This gap between experience and understanding is exactly where CanesMeno® aims to make a difference.

A hub with everything you need

Developed by Bayer Consumer Health and brought to market from the team behind Ireland’s trusted women’s intimate health brand Canesten, CanesMeno® was created to support women through perimenopause and menopause with clearer information, practical tools and science-led solutions. It reflects a growing recognition that menopause is not one single experience, but a highly individual journey that deserves tailored support.

At the heart of the initiative is the free CanesMeno® Hub, designed to help women better understand what is happening in their bodies and feel more in control of their experience.

The hub offers a simple three-minute guide to menopause, a personalised symptom tracker, and a library of expert-led articles covering everything from physical changes to emotional wellbeing. It is designed to meet women where they are, whether they are just starting to notice signs or looking for a deeper understanding.

Discover the new CanesMeno® product range

Alongside education, CanesMeno® also offers a range of scientifically formulated products, including food supplements and a gynecologically tested vaginal dryness gel, designed to support common menopause-related needs.

Together, the range reflects a holistic approach, supporting both knowledge and physical wellbeing at a time when many women feel underserved.

What emerges clearly from the Irish research is a strong need for better awareness, earlier education and more trusted resources. Many women describe feeling unprepared for symptoms they did not expect, alongside a desire for more open conversation and practical guidance.

CanesMeno® aims to respond to that need by combining education, tracking tools, and science-led support in one accessible place, helping women recognise what they are experiencing and take informed steps forward.

Enter to win

To celebrate the launch and bring this message to women in Ireland, we are giving one lucky IMAGE reader the chance to win a €200 Brown Thomas voucher along with a three-month supply of CanesMeno® products, offering both practical support and the opportunity to experience the range first-hand.

All you have to do to enter is fill out the form below.

CanesMeno® products are available in pharmacies nationwide and the CanesMeno® Hub is completely free to access HERE.

For more information on CanesMeno® products, visit their website or download the free CanesMeno® app.