With The New Menopause, Dr. Mary Claire Haver has delivered a much-needed breakthrough in women's healthcare, tackling one of the most overlooked and misunderstood stages in a woman's life: menopause. The bestselling author of The Galveston Diet has returned with a comprehensive guide that’s already being hailed as a game-changer for millions of women seeking to navigate the turbulent waters of hormonal change. This #1 New York Times bestseller is more than just a health guide—it’s a call to action for women to take control of their health during menopause and beyond.
Challenging the Status Quo
Dr. Haver, a board-certified OB/GYN and renowned women’s health advocate, tackles the systemic neglect of menopause care head-on. In The New Menopause, she shines a spotlight on the healthcare system’s often dismissive attitude toward women experiencing perimenopause and menopause. The book is packed with science-backed tools and strategies to help women manage a range of symptoms—from insomnia and weight gain to cardiovascular risks and neurological issues—while also addressing the mental and emotional toll of hormonal shifts.
Menopause is inevitable, but, as Dr. Haver emphasizes, suffering through it is not. "The greatest injustice in women’s healthcare today is the lack of quality care for women in midlife," Dr. Haver stated in a recent interview. The New Menopause provides the resources that many women have been desperately seeking—an A to Z toolkit for managing menopause symptoms, empowering women to advocate for themselves, and preparing them for what lies ahead.
A Personal and Professional Mission
Dr. Haver’s journey into menopause care began with her own frustration. As a practicing OB/GYN, she noticed how frequently women were brushed off or told that their symptoms were "just part of getting older." She soon realized the extent to which the healthcare system was failing women at this critical stage of life. This sparked her decision to leave traditional medical practice and focus on developing solutions specifically for women in midlife.
The author’s online wellness program, Mary Claire Wellness, has garnered a massive following, and her bestselling book The Galveston Diet cemented her status as a leader in the field. But The New Menopause goes beyond dietary advice. It’s a guide for women to take charge of their health, navigate the healthcare system with confidence, and equip themselves with the latest research on hormone replacement therapy, cardiovascular health, and much more.
“I wanted to write something that would allow women to feel validated, seen, and heard,” says Dr. Haver. “Women know when something is wrong with their bodies, and they deserve to have those concerns taken seriously.”
Filling a Gap in Women's Healthcare
At the heart of The New Menopause is a mission to fill a glaring gap in how women are treated during menopause. Too often, women’s symptoms—ranging from hot flashes and mood swings to more serious conditions like osteoporosis and heart disease—are dismissed as "just part of aging." Dr. Haver argues that this neglect is not just damaging to women's well-being, but also puts their long-term health at serious risk.
The book offers practical advice on everything from preparing for annual midlife wellness visits to managing the risks associated with the natural drop in estrogen production. Dr. Haver also breaks down the latest research on hormone replacement therapy, giving women the tools to make informed decisions about their health.
In one particularly powerful chapter, Dr. Haver shares real-life stories of women who were dismissed by their doctors, often told that their symptoms were “all in their head” or that they were “too young” for menopause. These accounts underscore the need for a new approach to menopause care—one that treats women with respect and gives them the tools they need to advocate for themselves.
The Fight for Self-Advocacy
Beyond addressing physical symptoms, The New Menopause encourages women to take an active role in their healthcare. Dr. Haver provides practical advice on how to navigate the medical system, including specific questions to ask during doctor visits and how to insist on holistic, whole-life care.
“Women have the right to demand better care,” Dr. Haver asserts. “This isn’t just about feeling good in the moment—it’s about preventing life-threatening diseases that can arise if menopause is poorly managed.” With rising rates of diabetes, dementia, and heart disease in post-menopausal women, the book emphasizes that advocating for comprehensive care can be a matter of life or death.
A Timely and Essential Resource
In a time when discussions about women’s health are gaining more attention, The New Menopause is a timely and essential resource. The book is already being praised by both medical professionals and readers for its no-nonsense approach to a subject that affects half the world’s population, yet remains woefully under-discussed.
Critics have lauded the book’s practical, user-friendly tone, with Library Journal calling it “an empowering guide to midlife wellness.” Woman’s World declared it a must-read, noting that “Dr. Haver’s wisdom is not only insightful but life-saving.” Readers have echoed these sentiments, with one reviewer writing, “This book gave me the confidence to finally take charge of my health. Every woman should read it.”
About Dr. Mary Claire Haver
Dr. Mary Claire Haver is a board-certified OB/GYN, Certified Culinary Medicine Specialist, and Certified Menopause Provider. She founded Mary Claire Wellness to provide care tailored specifically to women in midlife. Her groundbreaking nutritional protocol, The Galveston Diet, has helped thousands of women navigate perimenopause and menopause with better health outcomes. Dr. Haver continues to be a leading voice in advocating for better menopause care, and her latest book, The New Menopause, promises to further empower women at this critical stage of life.