Weight Watchers for Menopause is not covered by insurance (but Registered Dietitians usually are covered by insurance if you decide to add-on). Additionally, in WeightWatchers Clinic for Menopause—if your clinician determines that you qualify for hormone replacement therapy (HRT) also known as menopause hormone therapy (MHT) and you are prescribed it, most insurance plans will cover it.)

Weight Watchers for Menopause is specially designed to support women through the menopause transition. While no one is turned away from the program, WeightWatchers for Menopause is likely best for women 35 and older. If you are not in perimenopause, menopause or postmenopause, our other WeightWatchers programs—like our #1 doctor-recommended Points® program*—may be a better fit for your life stage.

*Based on a 2023 survey by Cerner Enviza of 500 doctors who recommend weight-loss programs to patients.

Weight Watchers has always supported women through every stage of life, including menopause. As science has evolved to show the impact hormones can have on weight, we also evolved to expand our offerings and make sure we continue to offer strategies and solutions for all of our members. Prescription medications like MHT fit into our holistic program, working side-by-side with features like community support and access to medical experts.

Yes, all MHT prescribed by Weight Watchers Clinic clinicians are FDA-approved, meaning they have gone through extensive safety and efficacy clinical trials.

We offer many forms of MHT to ensure you can find one that is right for you. This includes estradiol tablets that are taken orally as well as estradiol patches, gel, and spray that are applied to the skin. We also have oral progesterone tablets and combination tablets that contain both estradiol and progesterone. For localized therapy, we offer vaginal estradiol creams and tablets. Your provider will be able to explain the differences between these offerings and recommend the appropriate treatment plan for your symptoms.

Yes, you can still join Weight Watchers for Menopause if you’re taking other medications. When you meet with your WeightWatchers Clinic clinician, make sure to discuss all of the medications and supplements you’re currently taking.

You have the option to attend WeightWatchers workshops in person, but you might also enjoy menopause-focused virtual workshops led by menopause-trained Coaches. In these virtual workshops, you’ll discover expert nutritional advice for your specific stage of menopause, strength training classes, real talk about symptoms, and more.