Naomi Watts discusses menopause and sexual wellness stigmas

Actress Naomi Watts has spoken candidly about her experiences with menopause and the reduction of social stigmas surrounding sexual and reproductive health. Watts recalled experiencing early menopause symptoms at age 36 while attempting to conceive, describing the period as “panicky, lonely, scary” due to a perceived “code of silence” regarding the topic.

In addition to discussing menopause, Watts shared an anecdote regarding a parenting moment when one of her children discovered lubricant in her bedroom. She used the opportunity to educate them, noting that the conversation reflected a decreasing stigma surrounding sexual wellness products. Watts has previously addressed these topics in her book, ‘Dare I Say It: Everything I Wish I’d Known About Menopause’.