Gender-Affirming Menopause Care Certification Course Starts in January!

This five week online series is designed to provide training in gender-affirming care for folx who work with (or want to work with) genderqueer, gender-expansive, and trans individuals going through menopause. Join us to learn how to address the unique challenges faced by transgender and non-binary individuals during this stage of life.

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Genderqueer Menopause: The Book!

Hey, folx! I’m Lasara Firefox Allen, the Genderqueer Menopause Coach, and I have exciting news to share about my upcoming title, Genderqueer Menopause.

Genderqueer Menopause: A Book for Us, By Us

My book, “Genderqueer Menopause,” will be published by North Atlantic Books in the fall of 2025. As a genderqueer trans person, I’ve created the resource I wish I’d had when starting this journey.

What’s Inside Genderqueer Menopause?

We’ll explore:

  • Affirming approaches celebrating our diverse identities
  • Practical tools for navigating menopause on our terms
  • Menopausal wellness tailored for queer bodies
  • Ways to challenge conventional narratives

My aim? A safe, inclusive space for self-discovery and empowerment. We’ll cover everything from lifestyle choices to pharmaceutical options.

Why the Book Matters

As your Genderqueer Menopause Coach, I understand and address our unique challenges. This book is more than a guide—it’s a statement. We deserve to be seen, heard, and supported during this transition. We’re part of a movement for greater visibility of gender diversity in menopause conversations. This book emphasizes holistic care, acknowledging the intersections of gender, sexuality, and menopause.

I’m eager to share this resource with you in 2025. Until then, keep shining your authentic selves. Your journey is valid, your experiences matter, and you’re not alone.

In love and solidarity,
Lasara Firefox Allen, MSW
The Genderqueer Menopause Coach

About the Genderqueer Menopause

Genderqueer Menopause is a beacon of validation and gender affirmation. It offers unwavering support for genderqueer and queerbodied people during menopause. The guide covers empowering lifestyle choices and pharmaceutical interventions. This book challenges conventional menopause narratives. It advocates for gender- and sexuality-affirming care that honors individual identities. Moreover, it’s part of a movement towards celebrating gender diversity in menopause conversations. Written by a genderqueer trans person for trans and queerbodied folx, it’s an indispensable resource. Look for it in fall 2025 from North Atlantic Books.

Genderqueer Menopause, the book, will be published by North Atlantic Books in 2025.

For now, enjoy some advance praise:

Words of Praise from Community Members and Menopause Experts


“An important addition to the world of non-binary and trans resources, ‘Genderqueer Menopause’ provides a space for individuals and providers alike to learn about their bodies, their life journeys, and their emotional experiences. From sexuality to hormones, experiences of sorrow to medical self-advocacy, diverse types of body transitions to exploring our silver years, Allen’s gentle and playful, yet firmly factual, tone makes the topic safe to explore. The extensive exercises in Genderqueer Menopause help the reader find their own authentic path through these topics, making it a wonderful tool for an array of individuals. I’m so excited to see this work available to all!
Lee Harrington, author of Traversing Gender: Understanding Transgender Realities and co-editor of Queer Magic: Power Beyond Boundaries
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“With ‘Genderqueer Menopause,’ Lasara Allen has made a significant contribution to the conversation around menopause by specifically addressing the experiences of genderqueer and non-binary individuals. Menopause is often shrouded in secrecy and stigma in general, but for those who don’t fit into the traditional binary gender framework, it can be even more isolating. The lack of representation and understanding can make it incredibly difficult to access the information and support needed.

Allen’s work is crucial because it provides much-needed visibility and resources for this community, helping to deconstruct the gendered narratives around menopause. By focusing on how menopause intersects with gender identity and expression, Allen not only offers practical information but also helps to normalize the experiences of genderqueer people during this life transition.”

“Lasara Firefox Allen’s ‘Genderqueer Menopause’ offers an informative and innovative exploration of menopause experiences that are typically overlooked in our society. Weaving together interviews, research, and personal narratives, the book provides a thoughtful, holistic approach to aging that centers the intersections of lived experience.”
Eli Erlick, activist, writer, academic, trans woman and founder of the organization Trans Student Educational Resources
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“‘Genderqueer Menopause’ is a groundbreaking, affirming resource that fills a critical gap in menopause care for gender-diverse individuals. Lasara Firefox Allen not only empowers readers with practical tools and compassionate guidance but also challenges traditional narratives by emphasizing gender-neutral language and affirming that menopause impacts more than just cisgender women. This book is an essential read for healthcare providers, allies, and anyone seeking inclusive perspectives that honor the diverse experiences of menopause.”

‘”Genderqueer Menopause”‘is the inclusive, affirming resource we’ve needed and have been waiting for. Lasara Firefox Allen tackles the huge gap in menopause literature by focusing on genderqueer and trans experiences, offering a compassionate, down-to-earth approach. As a Naturopathic Doctor and Registered Dietitian, I love how the book blends practical tools with evidence-based insights that are both inclusive and holistic. It’s an empowering read that creates a much-needed safe space for those who are often left out of the mainstream conversation.”

Stay tuned! Publication date and more info coming soon.

Genderqueer Menopause author, Lasara Firefox Allen, in a bright orange beanie, black shirt, and clear glasses.
Author Lasara Firefox Allen, the Genderqueer Menopause Coach.

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