Linda and Elias create intimacy menu after early menopause hits sex drive

1 articles · Updated · The Guardian · May 3

Linda, 45, said a hysterectomy about seven years ago triggered menopause before 40, while Elias, 59, said repeated rejection left him insecure during roughly two years of reduced intimacy.
Their shared phone Notes list includes agreed options from fantasy audio and showers to sex toys, phone sex, cuddling and spooning, helping replace refusals with planned, mutually wanted intimacy.
The couple, together for more than 13 years, said open discussion without shame helped restore desire and acceptance of bodily changes; they now have sex about once a week and are satisfied.

Could an 'intimacy menu' work for all couples facing menopause-related intimacy challenges, or are there hidden factors that determine its success?

How might medical, technological, or psychological fields further innovate solutions for couples struggling with intimacy after early menopause?