Menopause: What Your Ob-Gyn Wants You to Know

by American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists

Menopause can be confusing and frustrating. If you are looking for accurate information and insights about this important life stage, you're not alone—and you're in the right place. Hot flashes, sleep disruptions, mood swings, vaginal dryness—whether you're already having symptoms or just starting to wonder what's ahead, What Your Ob-Gyn Wants You to Know is your trusted guide. Developed by the American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists (ACOG), this book delivers unbiased and science-backed information grounded in the latest clinical research and the collective expertise of thousands of ob-gyns. Learn how you can … • Navigate perimenopause • Manage hot flashes • Understand period changes • Make sex more comfortable and enjoyable • Understand nonhormonal treatments and self-care strategies • Support your mental health, manage stress, and maintain a healthy weight • Protect your bones, heart, and brain health for the future Your menopause transition is unique. Get the comprehensive support and trusted answers you need with What Your Ob-Gyn Wants You to Know. What Your Ob-Gyn Wants You to Know was developed by ACOG under the direction of an eight-member editorial board led by Dr. Nanette Santoro and Dr. Esther Eisenberg. These experts have extensive clinical experience caring for women in the menopause transition, and some have conducted many years of research to understand the effects of menopausal symptoms and how various treatments may be used.

Kindle Edition

Expected publication January 31, 2026

Reviews

[Em · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you are going to read just *one* book about menopause, this should be the one.

"Menopause: What Your Ob-Gyn Wants You to Know" stands out for its clarity, credibility, and refreshingly evidence-based approach. In a world crowded with influencers, supplements, and expensive “solutions” designed more to sell than to help, this book cuts through the noise. The information here is practical, current, and grounded in medical consensus rather than hype or fear.

What I appreciated most is how straightforward and reassuring this book is. It explains what’s happening in the body, what symptoms are common (and what isn’t), and what treatment options actually have solid research behind them. It neither minimizes menopause nor sensationalizes it. Instead, it treats readers like intelligent adults who deserve accurate information and realistic choices.

This is the kind of reference book you’ll want to return to, not skim once and forget. I plan to purchase it on Kindle so I can keep it on hand, because digital ARCs eventually go bye-bye—and this one is worth owning.

Highly recommended for anyone navigating perimenopause or menopause, or for anyone who wants a reliable, no-nonsense resource they can actually trust.

Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for allowing me to read a digital ARC of this book so that I could read and review.

[Tara]

Menopause: What Your Ob-Gyn Wants You to Know is a clear, empowering, and long-overdue guide to one of the most misunderstood stages of women’s health. Developed by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, this book stands out for its calm, evidence-based approach, offering readers clarity without fear, reassurance without minimizing real challenges, and guidance grounded firmly in clinical science.

What makes this book exceptional is its balance of medical rigor and compassionate understanding. From perimenopause to postmenopause, it addresses symptoms, treatment options, mental health, sexual wellness, and long-term health with honesty and precision. The tone is respectful and practical, making complex medical information accessible without oversimplification. This is not just a reference, it’s a trusted companion that helps women feel informed, validated, and confident in navigating their menopa

[Amy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I had been looking for a good place to start in terms of researching menopause, and I think this book fits that description. I did read it from cover to cover but it would be easy to just read whatever section is of particular interest. It’s organized in a logical way that would make section reading easy. Each chapter has resources at the end that are specific to the chapter.
I like to acknowledge I received an ARC copy of this book from NetGalley and the publisher ACOG. This review is my honest opinion.