Sophora Editorial

Sophora Editorial researches and develops evidence-informed content about perimenopause and menopause, from symptoms and body changes to wellbeing and practical support. We translate current scientific and clinical evidence into clear, relatable and easy-to-understand guidance that helps women make sense of what is happening to them and what they can do next. Beyond our editorial content, Sophora provides the Sophora Companion, designed to guide and assist women through perimenopause and menopause with personalised, illuminating support, alongside carefully researched and curated products selected specifically for the needs and realities of women in this stage of life. Our content is reviewed and updated as evidence and guidance evolve.

My Story

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Sophora Engine 7 of 8 My Story The doctor asks: how have you been? Three months of broken sleep. Two weeks where the fog lifted. A month where your joints ached every morning. A week where everything seemed fine and then was not. You say: not great, I think. My Story is where all of … Read more

Private Journal

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Sophora Engine 6 of 8 Private Journal Your partner has heard enough. Your best friend is trying to be helpful but does not quite get it. Your doctor has seven minutes. Sometimes what you need is somewhere to put it down that is not going to require you to manage anyone else’s reaction to it. … Read more

Answers You Need

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Sophora Engine 5 of 8 The Answers You Need You have a specific question. You have probably already googled it. You found three articles that contradict each other, a forum thread from 2019, and a comment from someone whose situation is nothing like yours. You still do not have an answer. That is what this … Read more

Right Now

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Sophora Engine 4 of 8 Right Now It is 3am. You are awake. You do not want an article about what might be happening. You do not want to read through six paragraphs before you get to the part that helps. You want to know what to do about this specific thing, in this moment. … Read more

Sophora Companion

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Sophora Engine 3 of 8 Sophora Companion It does not get tired of hearing about your symptoms. It does not suggest you try yoga. It does not tell you that you seem fine, or that everyone goes through this, or that you should just wait and see. Sophora Companion is a private chat that takes … Read more

Symptom Decoder

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Sophora Engine 2 of 8 Symptom Decoder The symptom you have been carrying for six weeks without telling anyone. The one you were not sure was real, or hormonal, or serious, or all three. The one you googled at midnight and wished you had not. Symptom Decoder is where you describe it and find out … Read more

Lavender Capsules Menopause

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By Sophora Health Editorial Team ·  Medically reviewed  ·  Published July 2026  ·  Last reviewed July 2026 The lavender diffuser did not work. This is not a criticism of the diffuser. It was doing exactly what it was designed to do, which is make the room smell pleasant. What it was not doing was crossing the … Read more

Best Bedding Menopause 

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By Sophora Health Editorial Team ·  Medically reviewed  ·  Published July 2026  ·  Last reviewed July 2026 The pajamas have been upgraded. The bedroom temperature is below 18 degrees. The night sweats continue. The sheets are still cotton. The duvet is the same one from four winters ago. The mattress protector is still that waterproof layer … Read more

Natural Menopause Treatments

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By Sophora Health Editorial Team  ·  Medically reviewed  ·  Published July 2026  ·  Last reviewed July 2026 The appointment was seven minutes. The leaflet recommended lifestyle changes. The doctor suggested evening primrose oil with the confidence of someone who had not looked it up. Exercise more. Sleep better. Manage stress. All three were already happening. … Read more