Menopause, midlife & having a laugh — properly

We’re Kerry & Nic — Wooden Monk is a play on Wood & Monk (Wood’n’Monk): Kerry Wood & Nic Monk. Funny, honest content for women over 40 navigating menopause, life admin, and still wanting a bit of fun. No corporate fluff. Just humour and the things we actually like.

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Carved wooden monk mascot — Wooden Monk
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Over 40s lifestyle with the jokes left in

Hot flushes, hormone chaos, nights out that need planning — and still finding the funny side. If you’re after menopause humour and practical picks without the Gen‑Z dictionary, you’re in the right place.

Featured favourites

A taste of what we recommend — fashion, home, everyday bits, food and more. Links go out to the shops we use.

Fashion lifestyle — Wooden Monk

Fashion

Clothes that don’t mind midlife

Shein, ASOS and whatever actually fits the brief this week.

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Home comforts — Wooden Monk

Home

Home comforts (hello, Dunelm)

Little upgrades that make the house feel nicer without a renovation.

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Food and drink — Wooden Monk

Food & drink

M&S treats, wine & gin nights

Because menopause humour pairs well with a decent glass.

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