22/06/2026
🎉 Big news! I have just completed the FINAL EXAM!
When I enrolled in this certification back in November, I didn’t expect it would take me until June to complete—but today I can finally say:
I am now a Certified Menopause Coaching Specialist.
As an Accredited Practising Dietitian, I’ve spent more than 20 years supporting women with their health, but over the past few years I’ve become increasingly aware of just how many women are struggling through perimenopause and menopause feeling confused, dismissed, overwhelmed, and unsure where to turn.
Weight gain. Poor sleep. Brain fog. Low energy.
Mood changes. Loss of confidence.
These symptoms are common, but they shouldn’t be something women simply have to “put up with.”
This certification has strengthened my knowledge and skills in evidence-based lifestyle support for women navigating midlife, allowing me to better support women with nutrition, movement, behaviour change, symptom management, and long-term healthy ageing.
And the timing couldn’t be better.
I’m excited to announce that in August I’ll be launching the pilot of:
🌅 RISE – Rural Women’s Midlife Health Program
RISE is a 6-week small-group program designed to help women:
✔ Understand what’s happening in their bodies
✔ Improve energy, sleep and confidence
✔ Build strength and protect bone health
✔ Manage weight changes and cravings
✔ Reduce overwhelm and information overload
✔ Connect with other local women
It’s designed specifically for rural women navigating perimenopause and menopause. It has a dietitian lead program with contributions from experts including a Women Health GP and physiotherapist
The Coleambally pilot is proudly being delivered in partnership with the CWA Coleambally Aroon Branch, with support from the Murrumbidgee Council Community Grants Program.
This is just the beginning, and I can’t wait to bring this program to rural women who deserve better support, better information, and better outcomes.
Watch this space for Expressions of Interest opening soon.
Comment “RISE” below or send me a message if you’d like more information about Expressions of Interest for the Coleambally pilot or future online programs.
I will also be updating my website soon so keep checking there for updates too! www.amandamannes.com.au/rise
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