ABOUT
Behind
The Second Bloom
SANDRINE DESMARES
Menopause changed more than my body.
It changed the direction of my life.
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What surprised me most was not the changes I was experiencing.
It was how little we talked about them.
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For more than two decades, I worked across communication, leadership, inclusion and social impact initiatives in both public and private organisations.
My work took me across countries, cultures and communities, helping organisations navigate change, strengthen inclusion and create environments where people could thrive.
That experience continues to shape everything I do today.
BEFORE THE SECOND BLOOM
A career built around people, communication and change
For more than two decades, I worked across communication, leadership, inclusion and social impact initiatives in both public and private organisations.
My work took me across countries, cultures and communities, helping people navigate change, build connection and create environments where individuals could thrive.
a deep belief in the power of understanding people.
BEFORE THE SECOND BLOOM
THE TURNING POINT
Then came perimenopause.
Like many women, I found myself navigating changes I had never prepared myself for.
Brain fog. Loss of confidence.
Questions I could not easily answer.
The experience was deeply personal.
But it was also universal.
Menopause is not a decline.
It is an invitation.
To reconnect
To rediscover
To bloom
We need a
Different Conversation
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Menopause deserves understanding,
not silence.
For too long, it has been misunderstood and minimised.
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There is no single way to experience this transition.
Every woman's story is unique, and it deserves to be seen, heard and respected.
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Support should be practical, human and judgement-free.
We need spaces where women can ask questions, share honestly, and feel truly supported.
WHAT I BELIEVE
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MY APPROACH
A Holistic Approach to Change
Menopause touches every aspect of life.
That is why my work combines coaching, wellbeing practices, creativity and workplace support to support women emotionally, mentally, creatively and professionally.
Coaching & Confidence
MENOPAUSE COACHING . CONFIDENCE REBUILDING
Navigate changing priorities, shifting identities and new possibilities with greater clarity, self-trust and confidence.
Emotional Well-being
EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING PRACTICES. GUIDED REFLECTION
Helping women make sense of change, reconnect with themselves and cultivate emotional resilience.
Creativity & Growth
ART THERAPY
Using creative exploration as a pathway to insight, self-expression and new perspectives.
Workplace Support
WORKPLACE WELL-BEING SUPPORT . DIVERSITY & INCLUSION FACILITATION
Helping organisations create menopause-aware cultures where people feel seen, understood and supported.
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