'If the menopause happened to blokes, we’d be getting HRT from Tesco' - Sally Wainwright's inspiration for Riot Women is so relatable

Riot Women: A Relatable Representation of Midlife Women

Instead of seeking therapy for menopause, Sally Wainwright's inspiration for Riot Women is rooted in a relatable idea: "If the menopause happened to blokes, we’d be getting HRT from Tesco."

If the menopause happened to blokes, we’d be getting HRT from Tesco

Riot Women, a six-part series on BBC One, offers a representation of midlife women, who are often overlooked on TV screens. The show is personal for writer Sally Wainwright and explores the challenges faced by women sandwiched between their children's and ageing parents' needs, all while navigating menopause.

The series is now available for viewing and promises to provide an interesting insight into the lives of an underrepresented demographic.

Author's summary: Riot Women explores midlife women's struggles.

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