One morning in March, Jo Mavridis took a chance and sent Emily Barclay a Facebook message at 7.30am. By 7.50am she had a reply. By 4pm they were on a call. Some things are just meant to happen.

This is the story of how MenoVida and Perimenopause Hub found each other, and what it means for the women at the heart of everything they are building together.

Exciting times at MenoVida. Our first investment round has hit its goal, raising £100,000 from nine investors. We're welcoming a brilliant new team to bring the app to life, and there's still time to get involved in our second round. Plus the latest in women's health news and our ambassador community.

May has been a busy and occasionally surreal month. A Ferris wheel pitch, a landmark name change for a condition affecting 170 million women, and a BBC documentary we can't wait to watch. Here's everything that's been happening at MenoVida.

April has been a month of things clicking into place. From our trademark being awarded and HMRC Advance Assurance granted, to the UK's renewed Women's Health Strategy. Plus a very personal story about a trailblazing mum in the 70s. Here's everything that's been happening at MenoVida.

March has been a month of real conversations, with the CEO of Mumsnet, menopause experts, fellow founders and inspiring women driving change in women's health.

Plus important updates on GP contracts, the Employment Rights Bill, and some exciting news about MenoVida's investment round.

February has flown by, and we've been busy! This month we're sharing an exciting opportunity to invest in MenoVida, introducing three new ambassadors, highlighting trusted medical voices online, and calling on you to support three important campaigns — including tampon regulation and better menopause care. Here's everything you need to know.

We've hit the ground running in 2026! This month we were accepted onto the Female Founders Rise Fundraising Accelerator and launched our Changemaker Community with 41 members. Plus menopause is making headlines with NHS health check updates, innovative Australian patch technology, and FDA reversing HRT warnings.

MenoVida's first newsletter! We've hit a major milestone with our working prototype. Meet our Health Advisory Board and Ambassadors, plus discover our exciting 2026 plans: Facebook community, investment opportunities, and our June app launch. Haven't signed up to our community yet? Get future newsletters direct to your inbox—sign up here: Community Page

World Menopause Day reminds us we're not alone. Here's why sharing our hormonal health stories can change everything.