Walking Beside Her: A Partner's Guide to Perimenopause and Menopause is a practical, supportive guide for partners who want to understand what's happening and respond with confidence, compassion, and real-life help.Perimenopause and menopause can affect sleep, mood, energy, confidence, intimacy, and daily life, and many partners feel unsure what to say, what to do, or how to stay close when emotions run high. This book explains the changes in clear, easy language and gives you tools you can use immediately at home, so your relationship grows stronger instead of strained.Inside, you'll learn how to: Recognise common symptoms and how they may show up day to dayCommunicate with empathy (without "fixing," minimising, or triggering conflict)Reduce stress and mental load with practical teamwork at homeSupport sleep, mood, and energy with realistic lifestyle strategiesNavigate intimacy changes with comfort-first guidance that protects trustPrepare for appointments and discuss treatment options respectfullyHandle conflict, repair quickly, and rebuild connection and closenessWhether you're feeling confused, worried, or simply want to show up better, Walking Beside Her helps you become the steady teammate she needs during this transition, so you can face midlife change together with more understanding, warmth, and confidence.