Practising relaxation this way has helped me stay calm when the T-Rex inside me wants to come out. I take a few deep breaths and think. This, for me, has been a real game-changer.
It’s been four weeks since I came home, and for me the retreat was life-changing. Our group continues to support each other and we have plans to meet up. As Helen predicted, it has indeed been a gift.
Metabolic Health Retreat and Year Long Support Programme for Perimenopause, Menopause & Beyond from £2,900. combegrove.com
Sunrise views at Combe Grove in Bath, England
The best menopause retreats in Europe
Find the perfect balance at these indulgent yet highly effective retreats across the continent.
Park Igls, Austria
The Menopause Fit programme covers diagnostics, Mayr nutrition, physiotherapy, therapy and bodywork. Gynaecological endocrinologist Professor Bettina Toth is on hand for medication.
Clinique la Prairie, Switzerland
Their Menopause Centre specialises in perimenopause and menopause. The approach is multidisciplinary. Homoeopathy, phytotherapy, and acupuncture support a medical approach including HRT.
Preidlhof, Italy
The Women’s Retreat majors in menopause’s psychological sledgehammer, offering a safe space to tease out repressed emotions and unresolved trauma. The goal is to empower and reframe via bodywork, psycho-spiritual healing and coaching.
Lanserhof Sylt, Germany
Extensive testing (including a DEXA scan for bone density) and medical consultations form the backbone of the package. Lifestyle changes aim to coax women into balance but HRT can be prescribed.
Grand Resort Bad Ragaz, Switzerland
An individualised package of testing and treatments with special focus is given to sleep, stress and the microbiome, all key for hormonal balance.
SHA, Spain
Treatment starts with a consultation with Dr Rafael Navas, an expert in integrated hormonal health. Hormone precursors and HRT can be prescribed; emotional and psychological factors are also considered.
