Life Changes. Let's Talk About It.

Empart is where we share real stories and have real conversations about midlife, menopause and more.

The membership is free. The community is private. The space is yours.

YOU’RE NOT ALONE

If This Sounds Familiar, You're in the Right Place

Maybe you don’t feel like yourself right now. Or the life you built doesn’t quite fit anymore.

You might be dealing with menopause. An empty nest. Caring for aging parents. A relationship that’s changing. A career that feels off. Grief you’re still carrying. Or all of it at once.

You’re tired of pretending you’re fine. And you want a place where you can actually talk about what’s going on.

Welcome to Empart.

Real Stories. Real Wisdom. Real You.

Not a forum. Not a support group. Empart is a growing community where women in midlife share their wisdom, tell their stories and show up as they are. And membership is free.

Ask Real Questions

Get real answers from women who understand you and have been there already.

Find Your Conversation

Feel like you’re the only one going through this? You’re not. See who else is here and what they’re talking about.

Share Your Story

When you’re ready. No pressure to have it all figured out or make it sound perfect. Just be you.

Join Live Calls & Workshops

Learn from experts on topics like menopause, caregiving, relationships, your body and more.

Connect With Other Women

Jump into a discussion. Start a new one. Chat live. Or just browse and listen.

Take It With You

Mobile app, desktop, tablet. Check in whenever it works for you.

How to Join (and Why It's Private)

Every woman is approved before joining, so you can have real conversations in a space that actually feels safe.

Here’s how it works.

1. Request to Join

Click “Join,” enter your information and answer a few quick questions. It takes less than three minutes and helps us keep spammers out.

2. Get Approved

We personally review every request. You’ll typically hear back the same day

(within 24 hours at most).

3. Start Exploring

Browse conversations, introduce yourself, or just read through posts and get a feel for the community. Let us be your guide.

The Story Behind Empart

Created by storyteller and “Real Wisdom” podcast host Holly Osterman

Holly is the author of “Empart: Real Stories. Real Wisdom. Real Menopause.” and the host of the Empart YouTube channel.

Years ago, she started Menopause ChitChat, a community that grew to over 10,000 women and became the foundation for Empart.

She’s spent years listening to midlife women talk about what’s really happening in their lives, and she built this space because women needed a place where their story mattered.

A Few Things You're Probably Wondering

What to expect, who can join, and what it costs (spoiler: it’s free).

Is this really private?

Yes. The community is members-only, which means nothing you post is searchable on Google or visible to anyone outside the group. Every woman is approved before joining, and we have clear guidelines to keep the space respectful and safe.

Do I have to share my story?

Not at all. You can read, listen, and learn without ever posting a word. Some women jump into conversations right away. Others take weeks or months before they feel ready. There’s no pressure either way.

Does it cost anything to join?

No. Membership is completely free. We may offer paid workshops or courses in the future, but the community itself will always be free to join.

How do I know if this community is for me?

If you’re in midlife and feeling like something’s off—whether it’s your body, your relationships, your identity, or all of it at once—this is probably the right place. You don’t need to have it all figured out to belong here.

Will I get a ton of emails or notifications?

Only if you want them. You control your notification settings, so you can get updates when there’s new activity or turn them off completely and just check in when you feel like it.

Your Story Matters. And We're Here to Listen.

Join a community where your wisdom is valued, your voice is welcome, and you finally feel understood.