'If the menopause happened to blokes, we’d be getting HRT from Tesco' - Sally Wainwright's inspiration for Riot Women is so relatable

Riot Women: A Relatable Inspiration

Sally Wainwright's inspiration for Riot Women is relatable: "If the menopause happened to blokes, we’d be getting HRT from Tesco."

Instead of seeking therapy for her menopause, Wainwright wrote Riot Women, a six-part series now available on BBC One.

The show is for midlife women struggling to balance the needs of their children and ageing parents while dealing with menopause, as well as for those interested in an often-invisible demographic.

If the menopause happened to blokes, we’d be getting HRT from Tesco

Riot Women offers a unique insight into the challenges faced by this group, making it a must-watch for everyone.

Author's summary: Riot Women explores menopause struggles.

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