328: Fay Reid on the menopause, not having kids, and getting strong

Our guest for this episode is the brilliant and hilarious Fay Reid, known on Instagram as @9to5menopause . We talk about her experience of entering perimenopause at 45. She discusses the stigma that she feels exists within the Black community around the topic, how she built up the courage to speak out, and what happened when she did. Fay also tells us about her attempts to have a child, and the grief and acceptance that followed. She shares the top three things she wishes she'd known at the start of her journey, and reveals the benefits of being menopausal - yes, there are some! There's a bit of chat about strength training, and of course, we end with Scummy Mummy Confessions. Follow Fay @9to5menopause and visit fayreid.com for more. We are back on tour in 2026! Many venues are already selling out so get in quick! See you soon Hexham, Alnwick, and Darlington. In February we're coming to Northampton, Cirencester and Hertford. Then in March it's Manchester, Kent and our SCOTTISH TOUR! See you soon Edinburgh, Dundee, and Glasgow! WE HAVE A SHOP! Visit scummymummiesshop.com for our ace t-shirts, mugs, and sweatshirts. FREE UK DELIVERY! We're on X, Instagram, and Facebook @scummymummies. If you like the podcast, please rate, review and

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328: Fay Reid on the menopause, not having kids, and getting strong is an episode from The Scummy Mummies Podcast by Ellie Gibson and Helen Thorn.

This episode is 51:48 long.

This episode was published on Jan 27, 2026.

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