Menopause

What Your Ob-Gyn Wants You to Know

By ACOG, By American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists

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HEALTH & FITNESS

256 Pages, 6 x 9

Formats: EPUB, Trade Paper

Trade Paper, $21.99 (CA $30.00) (US $21.99)

Publication Date: January 2026

ISBN 9781948258630

Rights: WOR

ACOG (Jan 2026)

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Overview

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, Menopause: 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 Menopause: What Your Ob-Gyn Wants You to Know.

Menopause: 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. 

Reviews

"Menopause is an enlightening and accessible resource on a vital women’s health issue." - Foreword Reviews

“I highly recommend every woman consider this book as a starting place to educate yourself about menopause, what you can expect, and the conversations you may decide to have with your doctor.” — Lisa L., Netgalley

“A great, thoughtful and inspiring book to read about menopause and how to live with it and deal with the challenges and obstacles that come with life… I will highly recommend this book to everyone as it’s engaging. Powerful and informative.” — M. Rayman, Netgalley

“I had been looking for a good place to start in terms of researching menopause, and I think this book fits that description.” — Amy M., Netgalley

“This was an easy-to-understand explanation of the basics of menopause…I have a better understanding of what symptoms to look for.” — Julie S., Netgalley

“This was a good, informational book about menopause and I felt there were some really useful pieces of information that I was able to resonate with…I appreciated the insights that this book provided while answering some of those questions someone may not have until they are in the midst of it.” — Heather M., Netgalley

“Menopause is a brilliant and comprehensive source on moving through midlife health changes with practical support and medically grounded guidance…I love that both the whole book and each chapter end with resources and a clear index, so readers can return to specific areas that fit what they are experiencing at that point. Overall, this is a virtual encyclopedia on menopause with exceptional guidance. Very highly recommended.” - Jamie Michele for Readers' Favorite

Author Biography

The American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists (ACOG) is the leading professional membership organization for ob-gyns. For nearly 75 years, ACOG has set the standard for ob-gyn care and advocated for policies that advance the field and empower ob-gyns to provide patients with the care they need. With more than 62,000 members, ACOG equips clinicians with expert-reviewed clinical guidance, practice management tools, career development resources, and lifelong professional education, and creates trusted, accessible information for patients. ACOG champions ob-gyns in providing equitable, evidence-based care for patients today and into the future. Learn more about ACOG at acog.org.

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