BBC Radio 2's Zoe Ball has bravely opened up about her personal battle with menopause, sharing intimate details about her struggles with libido and how she turned to an unlikely source for help – Harry Styles' sold-out sex toys.
The 53-year-old presenter revealed on her show that she attempted to purchase one of the limited-edition pleasure products from the former One Direction star's Pleasing brand, but they had already sold out.
The Menopause Journey
Ball spoke candidly about how menopause affected her physically and emotionally, particularly when it came to her sex drive. "It's something that isn't talked about enough," she admitted, "but it's so important for women to know they're not alone in this."
A Creative Solution
The broadcaster explained how she hoped Harry Styles' innovative pleasure products might help her regain her libido. "When I heard about Harry's line, I thought why not give it a try?" she joked with her co-presenter. "Turns out I wasn't the only one with that idea – they'd completely sold out!"
Breaking the Taboo
Ball's frank discussion about menopause symptoms and sexual health has been praised by listeners for helping to normalise conversations around women's health. "We need more public figures like Zoe being this honest," one fan tweeted.
The presenter has become increasingly vocal about women's health issues since beginning her menopause journey, using her platform to raise awareness and encourage open dialogue.
