Fempower Health | A Women's Health Podcast

Anxiety disorders are on the rise today, and the world we live in doesn’t make it any easier to deal with. According to the World Health Organization, anxiety has increased by 25% since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.In this episode, psychiatrist and author Ellen Vora joins us to discuss the main message of her new book, “The Anatomy of Anxiety.” We discuss generalized anxiety disorder, how to deal with anxiety as a woman, different factors that contribute to mental health, lifestyle changes vs anxiety medication, and more. If you or someone you care about struggles with anxiety symptoms, make sure to check out Ellen’s book.Ellen Vora, MD is a board-certified psychiatrist, acupuncturist, and yoga teacher. She is the author of the bestselling book “The Anatomy of Anxiety”. She takes a functional medicine approach to mental health—considering the whole person and addressing imbalance at the root. Dr. Vora received her B.A. from Yale University and her M.D. from Columbia University. Discussed in this episode:Dr. Ellen Vora’s work as a psychiatrist Understanding false anxiety and real anxiety, and how to know the differenceGenetic vs psycho-spiritual influences on mental health Getting clear on lifestyle changes for anxiety Medication as a bridge out of mental suffering, not a quick-fix solutionWomen’s hormonal effects on anxiety and experiencing valid emotionsCrafting an environment and community that feels good to you“True anxiety is actually what’s right with us when we are able to viscerally connect to what’s wrong around us. It’s not something to pathologize — it’s something to slow down and heed its guidance.” - Ellen VoraRelated to this episode:Get Ellen Vora’s Book: The Anatomy of AnxietyWebsite: www.ellenvora.com Follow Ellen Vora on Instagram: @ellenvoraMDMentioned Episode: Ovulation is Critical for Women’s Health | Dr. Jerilynn PriorResources and episodes on Mental Health 🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024** **The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for...

In this honest and moving episode, author Ruby Warrington joins Fempower Health to discuss her new book, Women Without Kids. We cover all topics from childless couples who don’t want children to women who can’t have children even though it’s their deepest desire.Ruby shares her experiences writing such an important book, societal pressures for women to have kids, patriarchal assumptions, childlessness vs child-free, and fertility and sterility issues influencing adults today. Listen for an insightful, relatable conversation and be sure to check out Ruby’s newest book, Women Without Kids, available in Spring 2023.Discussed in this episode:Thoughts on Ruby’s new book and why she wrote itWhat does motherhood mean today?The impact our relationships with our mothers have on views on motherhoodWhy do women decide to not have kids?Rethinking the assumption that women should automatically want childrenExternal pressures women face about marriage, motherhood, and childrearing Infertility and its impact on women with no kidsPronatalism and society’s historical conditioning“There’s no such thing as normal. There’s no perfect, untainted path. Whatever path we choose in life is going to come with some regrets, challenges, and suffering.” - Ruby Warrington Related to this episode:Ruby’s website: www.rubywarrington.com Get the Book: Women Without KidsFollow Ruby on Instagram: @rubywarrington Recommended Book: Birth StrikeRecommended Book: CountdownResources and episodes on Breaking Taboos 🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024** **The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor.  Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an...

How do you know which products and ingredients are safe to use? Are nontoxic ingredients also eco-friendly? In this episode, we interview Amy Ziff, founder of MADE SAFE: the first human health and eco-friendly nontoxic certification program. Amy shares why nontoxic options are so important to health and the planet, where to find affordable chemical free products, and simple ways you can start choosing cleaner options today. Amy Ziff is an ingredient expert, healthy living educator, writer, and mother who helps people transform their consumer decisions. The MADE SAFE platform helps you reduce the use of harmful chemicals and find certified products that are safe and clean for the whole family. Discussed in this episode:Why safe ingredients matterHow to tell if an ingredient is safeWhat the MADE SAFE certification is and how to use itThe science on harmful chemicals in products todayWhat happens when people eliminate chemicals to live a nontoxic lifestyleHow to detox your home (and the #1 chemical to remove immediately)Skincare, makeup, and nontoxic beauty productsSeveral basic rules and “poison P’s” we all should be aware of“What the ‘organic’ seal is for food, Made Safe is for products. It sets a standard of scientific principles by which we assess ingredients, materials, and substances that go into the things we use every day to determine whether or not they’re using safe ingredients.” - Amy ZiffRelated to this episode:Visit MADE SAFE: www.madesafe.org Follow @MadeSafeHQ and @Amy.Ziff on InstagramConnect with @MADESAFE on FacebookApp for sleep: Breethe App Resources and episodes on Breaking Taboos Resources and episodes on Pregnancy & Motherhood 🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024** **The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with

Ever wondered how to sleep better at night? If you aren’t getting enough sleep, you may feel stressed, disappointed, and even burnt out. Studies show that those who regularly lack sleep have an increased risk for chronic health issues like diabetes and heart disease, as well as difficulty experiencing optimal focus. But stressing over this fact can actually prevent you from sleeping even further!In this episode, Dr. Chris Winter shares some of the common sleep issues and stressors that prevent sleep, as well as practical tips covered in his book to get better sleep. Georgie and Dr. Winter discuss menopause sleep issues, specific sleep solutions for women, and how to sleep better during menopause and postpartum. Dr. Chris Winter is a sleep specialist and the owner of the Charlottesville Neurology and Sleep Medicine clinic. He helps professional athletes and sports organizations optimize sleep schedules, and hosts the popular medical podcast Sleep Unplugged.Discussed in this episode:Dispelling the worries over falling asleep and waking up Menopause sleep problems and how to address them Why do you wake up in the middle of the night, and is it normal?The relationship between sleep and postpartum The importance of rest — not just sleepUnderstanding how sleep works in order to effectively treat insomnia Does melatonin work?The secret to great sleep for improved quality of life “In today’s medical system, physicians let women down all the time. Sleep and menopause are maybe two of the biggest ways we do that.” - Dr. Chris WinterRelated to this episode:Chris Winter’s Book: The Sleep Solution: Why Your Sleep Is Broken and How To Fix ItChris Winter’s Book: The Rested Child: Why Your Tired, Wired, or Irritable Child May Have a Sleep Disorder--And How to Help Dr. Chris Winter’s Website: www.wchriswinter.com Listen to the Sleep Unplugged PodcastResources and episodes on Mental Health 🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024** **The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to...

Menopause is a life stage for women, not a condition to endure. In this episode, we dispel some of the myths and common negative attitudes about entering menopause. Ann Garnier, CEO of Lisa Health and co-founder of menopause tracking app Midday Health, shares her insight.&nbsp;Ann explains how post-menopausal women can take care of their bodies and embrace this stage of life. She talks about health technology, menopause and sex drive, sleep hygiene, nutrition, and the benefits of tracking your symptoms for body awareness and health advocacy.Discussed in this episode:What is menopause?&nbsp;What resources are available today for menopausal women?How menopausal women can find products that are regulated&nbsp;Sleep hygiene and menopauseHow diet, nutrition, and sugar intake impact women during menopauseThe benefit of tracking your menopause symptoms&nbsp;Menopausal treatment and hormone therapy&nbsp;Answers to the top 5 questions women ask about menopause&nbsp;“I think it’s important for us to flip the perception of menopause from a doom-and-gloom, negative thing to one where women feel this is a really celebratory time in their lives.” - Ann Garnier&nbsp;Related to this episode:Episode: Perimenopause Symptoms | Dr. Alyssa DweckEpisode: Women’s Guide to Intermittent Fasting | Dr. Mindy PelzEpisode: Hormone Repair After 40 | Dr. Lara BridenResources and episodes on Perimenopause &amp; Menopause and sign up for the Perimenopause and Menopause newsletter Midday Health: www.midday.health&nbsp;Midday on Instagram: @midday.healthMidday on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/midday-health&nbsp;🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**<a href="https://podcast.feedspot.com/health_podcasts/"...

Chronic pelvic pain affects nearly 20% of women today. Unfortunately, it often goes undiagnosed — or gets assumed as endometriosis. If you or a woman you know struggles with pelvic pain and painful periods, this episode is for you.Dr. Peta Wright and Dr. Thea Bowler, gynecologists at Vera Women’s Wellness, join us to discuss pelvic pain. As two specialists on endometriosis, fertility, and women’s health, they bring a whole-body perspective to female pelvic pain. They talk about the difficulties of pelvic pain, the nervous system, endometriosis surgery, research in women’s health, and what can cause pelvic pain in a woman.Discussed in this episode:Is endometriosis always the cause of pelvic pain in women?The different types of endometriosis&nbsp;Early intervention for chronic pelvic pain&nbsp;The autonomic nervous system and pain pathways&nbsp;Living in a world that doesn’t make room for women’s periodsWhat someone can do if they have pelvic pain or other endometriosis symptomsDo women with severe endometriosis pain always need surgery?Current research on endometriosis and pain&nbsp;“It’s possible to have severe endometriosis but no pain, and it’s possible to have no endometriosis but severe pain. So there’s such a bigger picture we need to deal with.”&nbsp;- Dr. Peta WrightRelated to this episode:Vera Women’s Wellness: www.verawomenswellness.com.au&nbsp;Learn about Endometriosis: www.fempower-health.com/endometriosis&nbsp;Resources and episodes on Pelvic Health Resources and episodes on Endometriosis Mentioned: Endometriosis, Pain, and Whole Women’s Wellness | Dr. Peta WrightMentioned: What Pain Science Reveals About the Brain/Body | Dr. Melissa FarmerMentioned: Ovulation and Women’s Health | Dr. Jerilynn Prior &amp; Dr. Lara BridenEndometriosis Foundation of America: www.endofound.org&nbsp;🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable...

More than 40 million women in the U.S. experience pelvic floor pain or dysfunction. But unfortunately, there are only about 5,000 pelvic floor specialists equipped to properly address these issues. At various stages of life, from pre-pregnancy to menopause, there are several things women need to know about pelvic floor health.In this episode, we hear from Carine Carmy, the co-founder of Origin, the top pelvic floor physical therapy provider. From her extensive background in healthcare and technology, she discusses pelvic floor anatomy, common issues as women age, the relationship between pelvic floor pain and muscle spasms, birth, menopause, and everything in between. Listen to learn about what you can do to prevent and address pelvic floor issues.Discussed in this episode:What does good pelvic floor function look like?Painful intercourse and the brain-body connection&nbsp;Symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction&nbsp;Pelvic floor and its relationship with pain, pleasure, and orgasm&nbsp;What is the most important exercise for pelvic floor?Common pelvic floor issues after giving birth&nbsp;What happens to the pelvic floor during menopause and as we age?“We often think about pelvic floor therapy as, ‘Let me do my kegels after I have a baby so that I don’t pee my pants.’ But it’s really so much more than that. It’s also tied to orgasm and pleasure.” - Carine CarmyRelated to this episode:Resources and episodes on Pelvic Health Check out Origin: www.theoriginway.comNorth American Menopause Society: www.menopause.org&nbsp;Intl. Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health: www.isswsh.org&nbsp;American College of OB-GYN: www.acog.org&nbsp;&nbsp;🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024** **The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor.&nbsp; Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they...

Thyroid plays an essential role in fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum. There are several things we should all know about healthy thyroid levels, whether living with an existing thyroid condition or experiencing unexpected hormone changes after conception.In this episode, Dr. Katie Rothwell shares her expertise on all things thyroid health. Dr. Katie Rothwell is a naturopathic doctor and educator who specializes in thyroid problems and pregnancy. She covers how to understand your thyroid levels in pregnancy, ideal thyroid levels for fertility, and what women should consider when trying to conceive if they have a diagnosed thyroid condition.&nbsp;Discussed in this episode:Important things to understand about thyroid during fertility and pregnancyHow to know optimal thyroid levels in pregnancyThyroid testing and pregnancyTSH and other important thyroid screenings for fertility&nbsp;Secondary infertility and Hashimoto’s disease&nbsp;Lactation production and hormones&nbsp;Can pregnancy cause thyroid problems?What should women with thyroid conditions do when pursuing pregnancy?&nbsp;Managing stress during pregnancy and postpartum&nbsp;“There is so much that changes during pregnancy and postpartum — we don’t always attribute those changes to thyroid health. But we really need to be screening our women in those time frames, especially if they have a known thyroid issue.” - Dr. Katie Rothwell🔍 Time Stamps:00:30 - Introduction to the importance of thyroid levels during pregnancy.02:10 - Exploring the role of thyroid hormones in fetal development.04:55 - Common thyroid disorders and their impact on pregnancy.08:20 - Key symptoms to watch out for and when to consult a healthcare professional.11:15 - Strategies for managing thyroid levels and promoting a healthy pregnancy.14:40 - Expert advice on balancing thyroid medication and pregnancy.17:55 - Q&amp;A session with Dr. Katie Rothwell, addressing common listener questions.21:40 - Closing thoughts and next steps for maintaining optimal thyroid health.Related to this episode:Resources and episodes on Thyroid Disease Resources and episodes on Pregnancy &amp; Motherhood Follow Dr. Rothwell on Instagram: @your.thyroid.nd&nbsp;The Thyroid Academy: www.thethyroidacademy.com🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;newsletter to get curated women's health...

More than 50% of women get a urinary tract infection (UTI) in their lifetime. Some women struggle with recurring UTIs, which can be painful and stressful. We’ve all heard various tips and myths about UTI prevention and treatment. Today, we’re discussing the facts.In this episode, Dr. Suzanne Fenske, OB-GYN and founder of Tara MD, explains the symptoms of UTI in women, plus various treatment options and how women get UTIs. She also shares about bladder pain syndrome, a similar diagnosis that impacts more women than you’d think. We discuss the most common question of how to get rid of a UTI, and explore interesting reflections about other reproductive health topics.Discussed in this episode:Similarities and differences in symptoms of UTIs vs bladder pain syndromeHow is a UTI diagnosed and treated?Common causes of UTI&nbsp;The role of dehydration and alcohol in painful bladder syndromeUTI prevention tips, myths, and facts&nbsp;UTI and menopauseEndometriosis and bladder pain syndrome&nbsp;Types of medical specialists that address UTI and painful bladder syndrome“Pelvic pain is so complex, it’s often difficult to differentiate what’s causing it— we have a lot of organs down there. That’s why UTIs and bladder pain syndrome are so often misdiagnosed.” - Dr. Suzanne Fenske📌 Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction: Meet Dr. Suzanne Fenske, the UTI expert!01:20 - The basics: What is a UTI and why does it cause pain?03:45 - Preventing UTIs: Top tips and strategies you need to know!08:12 - Common misconceptions about UTIs debunked by Dr. Fenske.12:30 - The role of misdiagnosis: Why it happens and how to avoid it.17:05 - Listener questions answered: Dr. Fenske addresses your concerns.22:40 - Taking control of your UTI health: Empowering advice from our expert.27:15 - Episode roundup: Key takeaways and action steps for UTI prevention.Related to this episode:Visit Tara MD: www.taramd.comResources and episodes on Endometriosis Resources and episodes on Women's Health-Related Pain 🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024** **The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor.&nbsp; Always talk to your doctor before

At the current rate, about 1 in 8 American women will develop breast cancer in her lifetime. Breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women, but early detection could prevent this growing statistic.In this episode, Dr. Anna Daily and Dr. Brigitte Piniewski join to discuss important movements in breast health, breast cancer, and the future of scientific and crowd-based medical research. Anna Daily and Dr. Piniewski explain the new FemTech platform, Auria: a personalized, innovative at-home breast health assessment.Dr. Anna Daily, PhD, is the Chief Scientific Officer at Namida Lab and the inventor of Auria, the first at-home breast health risk assessment technology that uses tears as a diagnostic biofluid. Dr. Brigitte Piniewski is the Interim Chief Medical Officer at Namida Lab, a medical technology expert, and the author of Wealthcare: Demystifying Web3 and the Rise of Personal Data Economies (available February 2023).&nbsp;Discussed in this episode:The importance of women’s participation in medical research and science to benefit future generations&nbsp;Facts and risk factors of breast cancerThe importance of detecting the early signs of breast cancerThe history of breast cancer and its prevalence in the U.S.What crowd-based technology is and how it can help the prevention of breast cancerHow Auria is building a breast health and wellness community&nbsp;How tears, specifically, can be used as a breast health assessment&nbsp;Patient medical data, Web3, and the future healthcare economy&nbsp;“The next generation relies on us to participate in [scientific] crowd-based models if we’re ever going to move away from 1 in 8 women having breast cancer. Whatever is possible to be prevented should be prevented. But prevention isn’t going to happen only using the technologies that we’ve been using in the past.” - Dr. Brigitte Piniewski⏱ Time Stamps:00:00 Introduction01:15 Cutting-edge Technologies: Early Detection Saves Lives!03:40 Understanding the Risk Factors: Empowering Yourself with Knowledge07:20 Personalized Medicine: Tailoring Treatment to Individual Needs11:35 Integrative Approaches: Nurturing Your Well-being14:50 Q&amp;A Session: Answering Your Burning Questions19:10 ConclusionRelated to this episode:Learn more about Auria: www.auria.care&nbsp;&nbsp;Auria for Physicians &amp; Providers: www.auria.care/providers&nbsp;Get Dr. Piniewski’s book: WealthcareLearn more: Using Tears as a Source for Early Detection of Breast Cancer&nbsp;Learn more: Tears as the Next Diagnostic BiofluidRelated episodes featuring FemTech Developments🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on <a...

ADHD is often misunderstood, even in the medical field today. In this episode, Dr. Tamara Rosier, ADHD coach of over 10 years and founder of the ADHD Center of West Michigan, helps answer the question: can you live a normal life with ADHD?Dr. Rosier shares her experience as a woman with ADHD. She explores different ADHD types, practical lifestyle tips that often help regulate ADHD symptoms, and when someone might want to seek medical attention for symptoms in today’s modern world.&nbsp;After more than a decade of providing ADHD coaching to others and living a neurodivergent life herself, Dr. Tamara Rosier published one of the top-rated books for ADHD called Your Brain’s Not Broken. Listen to this episode to hear her share many important insights about ADHD that aren’t often talked about.&nbsp;Discussed in this episode:Dr. Rosier’s experience with adult ADHDWhat understanding do we really have about ADHD in the medical world?Interesting themes that research reveals on the neurotypical brain vs ADHD brainConsiderations about ADHD medicationIs ADHD genetic?Understanding and living with someone who has ADHDThe role of sleep and nutrition for the ADHD brain&nbsp;Tips for living with ADHD on a daily basisDemystifying the term “adult onset ADHD”&nbsp;When to seek medical attention and treatment for ADHD symptoms&nbsp;“Women with ADHD tend to over-function and mask their sensitivity. It’s really difficult to get the respect we need.” - Dr. Tamara Rosier&nbsp;&nbsp;🎙️ Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction01:18 - Understanding ADHD: Breaking the Stigma03:42 - Debunking Myths: ADHD is Not a "Broken" Brain06:15 - Discovering Strengths in ADHD08:47 - Strategies for Thriving with ADHD12:30 - Overcoming Challenges and Building Resilience15:09 - The Importance of ADHD Awareness and Acceptance17:35 - Expert Advice: Nurturing Mental Well-being20:01 - Listener Q&amp;A: Addressing Common Concerns24:16 - Key Takeaways and Final ThoughtsRelated to this episode:Get Dr. Rosier’s book: Your Brain’s Not BrokenConnect with Dr. Rosier on LinkedIn, Instagram, and FacebookADHD Coaching Organization: www.adhdcoaches.org&nbsp;ADHD Center of West Michigan: www.miadhd.comResources and episodes on Mental Health 🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, <a...

In the United States alone, more than 20% of adults experience chronic pain (CDC, 2020). Globally, it’s one of the top reasons adults seek medical care today, and many patients try several chronic pain relief methods in desperate search of a solution. Why is pain so prevalent among adults and how can we cope?In this episode of Fempower Health, Dr. Melissa Farmer, a chronic pain researcher and entrepreneur, dives deep into all things pain research and management. She shares fascinating findings on the nervous system and pain, explains the effects of chronic pain on mental health, and addresses common emotional struggles associated with perceived pain.&nbsp;Dr. Farmer co-founded Aivo Health, which is an innovative mind-body technology that supports an individual’s chronic or acute pain care plan. Aivo Health makes the latest neuroscience and pain research applications accessible. Dr. Melissa Farmer and her work with Aivo Health offer new insights into the reality of living with pain, and bring relief, solutions, and new experiences to people in need of pain management.&nbsp;Discussed in this episode:The basic neuroscience of pain&nbsp;Dr. Melissa Farmer’s personal experience with chronic pain and how it influenced her workWhat are the four stages of pain?How to prevent chronic pain in the acute stageWhy soothing the nervous system is so important when treating painThe relationship between chronic pain and mental healthHow Aivo Health works&nbsp;Perceived pain vs objectively reproduced pain&nbsp;“Just because someone cannot reproduce your pain doesn’t mean that it doesn’t exist. It just means that the reproducible pain has a very specific mechanism.”&nbsp;- Dr. Melissa FarmerRelated to this episode:Aivo Health: www.aivohealth.com&nbsp;Connect With Dr. Melissa Farmer: LinkedIn and TwitterAivo Health on Linkedin and InstagramGet Access to Aivo: Click HereReferenced: Ted’s Pain CreamReferenced: Precision HealthRelated Episode: How Digital Health Companies Help Treat Pelvic FloorResources and episodes on Autoimmune &amp; Chronic Disease Resources and episodes on Women's Health-Related Pain 🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on <a...

In this episode, Fempower Health interviews Dr. Peta Wright about endometriosis and pelvic pain. Dr. Wright is a gynecologist, fertility specialist, and the founder of Vera Women’s Wellness: a whole woman's approach to endometriosis healing and recovery.&nbsp;Together, they discuss endometriosis surgery, treating women with endometriosis, common underlying correlations of pelvic pain, and what we can do to help women in a society that makes pain and periods two “enemies” of productivity.&nbsp;Discussed in this episode:Dr. Wright’s observation of conventional gynecology today, especially when diagnosing endometriosisCan pelvic pain and endometriosis symptoms be correlated with childhood trauma?Laparoscopies vs other types of treatment for endometriosisWhat to address when seeing a patient with severe endometriosis painExamples of surgery outcomes and when it is and isn’t appropriate for treating endoIs pelvic pain the enemy or is it a sign the body needs to be heard?How fear-based language in medicine pathologizes women’s bodies&nbsp;“I don’t think surgery should be what validates a woman’s pain. I think she should be validated when you first see her and she’s talking about her pain.” - Dr. Peta WrightRelated to this episode:Learn about verawomenswellness.com.au&nbsp; and Check out the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) StudyFollow Dr. Peta Wright on Instagram&nbsp;Resources and episodes on Endometriosis 🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024** **The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor.&nbsp; Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.****May contain affiliate links and I will be compensated if you...

In this episode, Fempower Health talks with Karen Stander, vice president of Physical Therapy and Women’s Health at the virtual pain clinic, Hinge Health. They discuss health equity for women, how digital health companies are revolutionizing the medical system, and what personalized medical care can do to support patients with musculoskeletal disorders.&nbsp;Discussed in this episode:How many women have pelvic floor issues?Ways that the American healthcare system limit people from getting the musculoskeletal treatment they need&nbsp;What is virtual physical therapy?What Hinge Health does and how is helps address medical equityThe importance of behavioral change in pain management&nbsp;How virtual healthcare settings like Hinge operate&nbsp;Wearable technology for pain, treatment, and recovery“Each woman should feel empowered to make decisions for herself… When it comes to addressing systemic issues in healthcare and recognizing that a lot of women don’t have access, how can we help other women get there?” - Karen Stander&nbsp;Related to this episode:Learn about www.hingehealth.comFollow Karen Stander on LinkedIn and Hinge Health on LinkedInResources and episodes on Pelvic Health 🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024** **The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor.&nbsp; Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.****May contain affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**

In this episode, Fempower Health interviews Cheryl Woodman, a scientist and skincare expert on acne. Cheryl shares some of the underlying biology that contributes to acne-prone skin, how hormones affect acne, and what nutritional factors play a role in overall skin health. Listen if you want to take control of your skin without all the expensive creams or acne medications.Cheryl Woodman is an acne expert and award-winning skincare formulator. She is the creator of Honesty for Your Skin, an online acne clinic and safe space where people can find science-based solutions for overcoming acne. She helps women achieve healthy skin again— even those who have “tried everything.”&nbsp;Discussed in this episode:Cheryl’s personal experience with acne&nbsp;The science of what causes acne&nbsp;Common types of acne treatment used today, and why many failHormonal acne and how sex hormones affect the skinDifferent types of acne among women&nbsp;The main difference between teenage acne and adult acneMyths and facts on what foods cause acne&nbsp;Acne spot treatment and skin patches— do they work?Skin regimens other than diet that can help prevent acne&nbsp;Tips for how to clear acne and encourage inside-out health&nbsp;“The skin is a representation of your inside health. When you make changes to heal your acne, you also have positive side effects like increased energy and feeling healthier. Skin health and body health are very intimately linked.” - Cheryl WoodmanRelated to this episode:Check out www.honestyforyourskin.co.ukLearn how to Work With CherylTry Cheryl’s Free Acne Diet Cheat Sheet , Acne Warrior – online course to help heal your acne &nbsp;, and The Acne Clinic – work with Cheryl 1-2-1 Be sure to Follow Cheryl on Instagram: @honestyforskinResources and episodes on Hormones &amp; Menstrual Health Resources and episodes on the Gut and Vaginal Microbiome 🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.fempower-health.com/newsletter" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

In this episode, Fempower Health has an insightful conversation with Jackie Rotman of the Center for Intimacy Justice. Jackie shares the present advertising limitations for women’s sexual health products, the unequal content standards regarding sexual health for men vs women, and the small steps people can take to further intimacy justice online and in the real world.&nbsp;Discussed in this episode:Discrimination in reproductive health-targeted social media adsExamples of women’s sexual health advertisements and images that get blockedStandards of big advertising platforms such as Google, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTokWhat the Center for Intimacy Justice is doing to improve policies for sexual wellness adsHow a lack of understanding about female anatomy affects policiesContent moderation and its impact on what information women have access toWhat sexual wellness companies can do when posting ads on social media“If an ad has to do with vulvas, vaginas, breasts, uteruses, or female reproductive organs, then it’s subject to censorship. Most of the ads are not about sexual pleasure but rather about women’s health. And yet, they’re still getting banned.” - Jackie RotmanRelated to this episode:Be sure to Visit www.intimacyjustice.orgFollow Intimacy Justice on Instagram and Intimacy Justice on TwitterConsider doing this: Donate to the Center for Intimacy JusticeNY Times Jan 2022&nbsp;articleCIJ&nbsp;Report&nbsp;Announcement on Meta&nbsp;policy&nbsp;changeCheddar News&nbsp;interviewResources and episodes on Breaking Taboos 🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**Top

Are you always bloated? In this episode, Fempower Health interviews Dr. Edison de Mello, founder of the Akasha Center for Integrative Medicine and author of Bloated?: How to Reclaim Your Gut Health and Eat Without Pain. They discuss the relationship between gut health and bloating, the causes of bloating in women, gut microbiome repair, and more.Dr. Edison de Mello is a board-certified integrative physician and a licensed MFT psychotherapist who takes a Western-meets-Eastern approach to medicine. His goal is to help patients who are dealing with gut issues overcome mental, emotional, and physical challenges associated with dis-ease.&nbsp;Discussed in this episode:Why do you get bloated?The shame commonly associated with bloating in womenWhy do women get bloated more than men?The importance of meeting patients before treating themCommon mistakes people make when treating bloating&nbsp;Emotions and the gut brain connectionWhat is SIBO and why is it important in the medical community?Period bloating: when is it time to see a doctor?“Endo belly” and the symptoms of IBS vs endometriosis&nbsp;Bloating relief and ways to encourage a non-inflammatory lifestyle“Is treating bloating as simple as changing someone’s lifestyle? I wish it was that simple. But even though it isn’t easy, it’s still attainable.” - Dr. Edison de MelloRelated to this episode:Read Bloated?: How to Reclaim Your Gut Health and Eat Without Pain (book)Learn about the Akasha Center for Integrative MedicineResources and episodes on the Gut and Vaginal Microbiome Resources and episodes on Nutrition &amp; Exercise 🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024** **The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor.&nbsp; Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they...

What does it mean to live in your authentic power? In this episode, Fempower Health interviews Ashely Bernardi, author of Authentic Power: Give Yourself Permission to Feel. We discuss what it means to live authentically, how to overcome dark phases of life, and the importance of processing uncomfortable feelings in order to heal.Ashley Bernardi is the founder of Nardi Media, a media relations firm that supports brands, corporations, entrepreneurs, and nonprofits. She has a journalism background with CBS News and has a passion for research and publication. Ashley hosts the award-winning podcast, 2 Girls Talking, and helps women find their authentic power in life.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Discussed in this episode:Ashley’s story of loss, illness, and coming to realize her authentic powerChanges that happen when you begin to express your authentic selfWhat does it mean to rest and do nothing?Where do you feel emotions in your body?How to feel your emotions using The Feel FrameworkMental health impacts of chronic disease and physical illnessAshley’s experience with late-stage Lyme Disease&nbsp;What you can do to advocate for yourself&nbsp;“Get curious about your inner voice. It’s your authentic power— that inner wisdom and inner knowing that you have access to.” - Ashley Bernardi&nbsp;Related to this episode:Book: Buy Ashley’s book: Authentic PowerLearn About Ashley: ashleybernardi.com and nardimedia.comContact Ashley: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedInFind a Doctor: Find a Lyme-literate doctorResources and episodes on Mental Health 🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024** **The information

How do feminine products affect the vaginal microbiome? In this episode, we interview Pamela Miles and Dr. Cindy Orser of Apothercare, a women’s health research and advocacy startup that brings science to the consumer. Apothercare conducts some of the latest lab studies on the human microbiome, specifically related to women’s health.Listen as Pam and Cindy discuss the importance of testing products today and what companies can do to manufacture safer options. They share some of the top products that affect human microbiomes and some of the most interesting research findings in their labs.Pamela Miles is the founder and CEO of Apothercare, which initially focused on the science of cannabis topicals and suppositories for pain. Dr. Cindy Orser is a scientist, researcher, Chief Science Officer for Apothercare. Their team shares findings of the effects of internal and external products on women’s microbiomes and overall health.&nbsp;Discussed in this episode:Current research on the human gut microbiomeThe importance of product testing and microbiome testingCommon products that impact the vaginal microbiome and reproductive health&nbsp;Internal vs external vaginal washes and their effects on the vaginaCannabis products and the gut microbiomeFDA testing process for feminine hygiene productsSome of the latest Apothercare research&nbsp;What products might be missing in women’s health?How to choose women's sexual health products that are safeWhat we can do to demand better testing for women's health products“There is no requirement for safety testing [for women’s hygiene products]. We hope to get the FDA’s attention that these products should go through testing since there’s evidence they affect women’s health.” - Dr. Cindy OrserRelated to this episode:Resources and episodes on Breaking Taboos Resources and episodes on the Gut and Vaginal Microbiome Learn more about Apothercare&nbsp;Follow Apothercare on InstagramLearn about Women’s Voices for the Earth🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024** **The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical...

Primary ovarian insufficiency, or POI, is the early loss of normal ovarian function in women before the average menopausal age of 45. In this episode, Fempower Health interviews Dr. Mandy Leonhardt, co-author of POI and Early Menopause. They discuss different causes of primary ovarian insufficiency, health effects of ovarian dysfunction, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and other important topics for women affected by POI.&nbsp;Dr. Mandy Leonhardt is a UK-based General Practitioner, certified nutritionist (MNU), and menopause specialist. Her focus is on women’s hormonal health, lifestyle medicine, and nutrition. Dr. Leonhardt is the co-author of the book, POI and Early Menopause.Discussed in this episode:What is the difference between POI and early menopause?What causes primary ovarian insufficiency (POI)?Early-onset POI in adolescence vs. developing POI in adulthoodOverall health aspects of healthy ovariesTypes of POI treatmentStress factors that contribute to loss of period and ovarian dysfunctionPOI symptoms with and without birth controlHormone replacement therapy (HRT) as an option, not a requirementMenopause in women with minimal access to healthcare“Women are not small men. We need to acknowledge that. As doctors, we need to be proactive with our female patients and ask the right questions.” - Dr. Mandy LeonhardtRelated to this episode:Resources and episodes on Perimenopause &amp; Menopause and sign up for the Perimenopause and Menopause newsletter Dr. Leonhardt's Book: POI and Early Menopause by Mandy Leonhardt and Hannah Short (book)Check out Dr. Leonhardt’s Website: www.hormoneequilibrium.co.ukFollow Dr. Leonhardt on Instagram🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024** **The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more...

In this episode, Fempower Health introduces the new women’s health book, Taking Care of You: The Empowered Woman’s Guide to Better Health. Here, we interview co-authors Mary O’Connor and Kanwal L. Haq about the book. They also discuss important women’s health topics and research today.Taking Care of You is a book for everyday women. It’s a simplified, comprehensive health guide written by women, for women. It explores health conditions that affect women differently than men, and offers practical resources for women of all ages, races, and walks of life.More than 100 female physicians, women’s health experts, and specialists across the country collaborated on this publication so that women everywhere can become more empowered in their own health.Taking Care of You comes out on October 4, 2022. You can buy a copy at most major retail stores.Discussed in this episode:How women can leverage the book, Taking Care of YouThe current state of women’s healthcare and how it got this wayWhy have women been excluded from clinical research until recently?Advocating for shared decision-making in women’s medicineThe fragmentation of the healthcare system and what to do about itPractical things women in under-served populations can do for their healthComing up with solutions in women’s health communitiesGoogle-searching symptoms, health anxiety, and preparing for doctors’ visitsAcknowledging self diagnosis and patient fearsImproving provider-to-patient communication&nbsp;“This book includes what we’ve seen and experienced firsthand. When you get angry enough, you want to change things. This book is our way of putting something forward to help empower women and change the trajectory of women’s health.” - Kanwal L. Haq, M.S.Related to this episode:Learn about other Breaking Taboos topicsListen to Episode: Women’s Health After Roe v Wade Overturn Watch: Mary O’Connor TEDx Talk: Promoting Health - Your Secret SuperpowerReview More Resources from Taking Care of YouCheck out Movement is Life CaucusFollow on Instagram: @womenshealthbook or Facebook: @womenshealthbook or Linked In: Taking Care of You🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us...

Ovarian cancer is the deadliest gynecological cancer today. With the much-needed innovation in ovarian cancer research, it’s crucial women understand the complexity and potential for change in this disease.For Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, we spoke with Oriana Papin-Zoghbi, the CEO and Co-founder of AOA Dx. AOA Dx is a biotech company focused on early-stage ovarian cancer detection, actively spreading awareness and working toward solutions for women’s health issues.In this episode, we discuss current insights into ovarian cancer research and prognosis. Oriana shares some ovarian cancer stories and what AOA Dx is doing to help women catch the disease early. We cover the average ovarian cancer survival rate, some symptoms of ovarian cancer, and ways to advocate for better testing in women’s health.Discussed in this episode:Ovarian cancer statistics&nbsp;What can women do to catch early signs of ovarian cancer?Difficulties doctors and women face in ovarian cancer diagnosis&nbsp;Current diagnostic testing processes&nbsp;The founding story of AOA DxWhy has it been so hard to get a diagnosis for ovarian cancer?Where AOA Dx is headed nextWays to medically advocate for yourself if you feel something’s wrong“The biggest thing I would say to women is: listen to your body. If you know that something is off, advocate for yourself. More medical testing is better— because the consequence of missing this cancer at early stages is far greater than paying for more tests.”&nbsp;- Oriana Papin-ZoghbiRelated to this episode:Resources and episodes on Female Cancer Check out AOA Dx WebsiteBe sure to Follow AOA Dx on LinkedInBe sure to Follow AOA Dx on Instagram🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024** **The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor.&nbsp; Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they...

Dr. Fiona McCulloch is a naturopathic doctor in Toronto, Canada who specializes in PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome). She is the founder of White Lotus Integrative Medicine and author of the women’s health bestseller, 8 Steps to Reverse Your PCOS.In this episode, PCOS expert and advocate, Dr. Fiona McCulloch, shares her experience and medical hope for women with PCOS. Dr. McCulloch answers PCOS questions from the Fempower Health audience, and dispels some of the common misinformation that exists on social media. As an eagerly awaited episode, we hope you all enjoy! It’s full of useful information for women with PCOS and their loved ones.Discussed in this episode:Different PCOS symptoms in different womenUnderstanding the medical PCOS diagnosis criteria&nbsp;Normal irregular periods in teens vs early signs of PCOSOverview of the epigenetics of PCOSPCOS prevention: facts and researchPCOS and perimenopause&nbsp;How thyroid and gut microbiome affect women with PCOSNutrition myths and facts: is there a “best” diet for PCOS?&nbsp;Several types of treatment for PCOS and common side effects&nbsp;Dealing with associated mood disorders, stress, and emotional challenges&nbsp;Is there a PCOS cure?How to manage PCOS symptoms&nbsp;“Although it cannot be cured, PCOS symptoms can be managed. A lot of women pull through and find ways to experience little to no symptoms, as long as they find a treatment that works for them.” - Dr. Fiona McCullochRelated to this episode:Resources and episodes on PCOS Dr Fiona McCulloch's book: 8 Steps to Reverse Your PCOS by Dr. Fiona McColloch (book)Check out Dr. Fiona McCulloch’s WebsiteFollow Dr. Fiona McColloch on InstagramLearn about the PCOS Awareness Association🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024** More About Dr. Fiona McCullochDr. Fiona McCulloch is a naturopathic doctor in Toronto, Canada who specializes in PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome). She is the founder of White Lotus Integrative Medicine and author of the women’s health bestseller, 8...

Dr. Michal Elovitz, Chief Medical Advisor of Mirvie, is a physician-scientist with a demonstrated history of research success from the bench to the bedside. She is a successful mentor promoting physician-scientists in women's health research, and both founded and directed the Womxn's Health Collaborative. She has strong professional skills in Perinatal Medicine, Molecular Biology, Reproductive Immunology Microbiome, Pregnancy, Healthcare, Biomarkers, Discovery Research, Clinical Research, and Translational Research.In this episode, Dr. Elovitz speaks with Fempower Health on an innovation Mirvie is currently focused on: preventing pregnancy complications, in particular, preeclampsia (dangerous blood pressure elevation during pregnancy).Despite the U.S. having the highest maternal mortality rate among developed countries, health risks in pregnancy have remained understudied, underfunded, and underserved.&nbsp;Pregnancy complications such as preeclampsia, preterm birth, and gestational diabetes impact 1 in 5 women. But with no accurate way to predict these conditions before symptoms appear, both moms and babies enter crisis mode when diagnosed in their third trimester.Dr. Elovitz explains one of those complications, preeclampsia, and explores how better screening can help.Discussed in this episode:What is preeclampsia?Preeclampsia risk factors and long-term effectsBlood tests that predict potential complications during pregnancy&nbsp;How the Mirvie RNA platform works to detect early complications&nbsp;What is the benefit of having a Mirvie test over regular blood pressure tests in pregnancy?&nbsp;The future of science with innovative testing for pregnant womenMaking information and data more accessible to advocate for pregnancy health“There have to be silos broken down.&nbsp;If we want to advance women’s health, we need to be partnering. We need to work together if we actually care about changing women’s health.” &nbsp;- Dr. Michal ElovitzRelated to this episode:Episode With Dr. Joanne Stone: Preventing the Preventable During PregnancyFollow Mirvie on LinkedIn and Twitter&nbsp;Follow Dr. Elovitz on Twitter @docelovitz&nbsp;Read about Genetic Testing During PregnancyListen to more episodes about Pregnancy&nbsp;🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and <a...

Dr Mike Armour is heavily involved in research and treatment of endometriosis, and he was the invited complementary medicine expert on the endometriosis expert working group (EEWG) for the Royal Australia and New Zealand College of Gynaecologists (RANZCOG).&nbsp;Recently, he and his colleagues, Cecilia Ng and Mathew Leonardi, published an article You No Longer Need Surgery to be Diagnosed with Endometriosis:&nbsp;Here’s What’s Changed which created quite a stir on social media.Our “meet and greet” call was powerful and luckily recorded, so we decided to publish it as an episode!We discuss the following about endometriosis:Concerns about the disconnect between surgeons, patients and researchers.&nbsp;&nbsp;How social media impacts our ability to discern fact from fictionWhether endometriosis is a progressive diseaseThe holy grail for endometriosis diagnosis and why it shouldn’t be laparoscopic surgery&nbsp;Whether laparoscopic surgery at an early age makes a difference is symptoms and recurrence as we ageHow one should prepare for doctor appointments and why this is key to optimal diagnosis and treatment“We don’t know most things about endometriosis.&nbsp;We don’t even have evidence that it is a progressive disease.”&nbsp;- Dr. Mike ArmourResources:Check out Lessons from Implementing the Australian National Action Plan for EndometriosisResources and episodes on Endometriosis Resources and episodes on Pelvic Health Resources and episodes on Women's Health-Related Pain 🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024** About Dr. Mike ArmourDr Mike Armour completed his honours degree in biomedicine at the University of Auckland before going on to study traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture, and then completed his PhD in dysmenorrhea (period pain) in 2016 at Western Sydney University.&nbsp;Mike is a senior research fellow in reproductive health at NICM Health Research Institute, Western Sydney University where he is currently running several clinical trials on endometriosis and...

According to Go Red for Women, cardiovascular disease kills more women than all forms of cancer combined and yet only 44% of women recognize that cardiovascular disease is their greatest health threat.&nbsp;That is why we are discussing heart health.Dr. Nanette Wenger has been at the forefront of advancing patient care for the last 60-plus years. She was among the first physicians to focus on coronary heart disease in women, and to evaluate the different risk factors, symptoms and conditions for women compared to men.&nbsp;She speaks about the following:What are the risks for and symptoms of heart problems in women?How do heart attacks manifest differently from men vs. women?How does a woman know if she has heart problems?How can a woman keep a healthy heart?What is the current state of healthcare professional awareness of how heart attacks manifest in men vs. women?How to advocate for yourself, especially if you feel as though you aren’t being heard?“It is important to realize this is not a disease of old ladies.&nbsp;This is a disease of young women.&nbsp;It is a disease that can be ameliorated and prevented.” - Dr Nanette WengerResources:American Heart Association’s Presidential AdvisoryRead the Chest Pain GuidelinesCheck out American Heart Association and Go Red for WomenResources and episodes on Breaking Taboos Resources and episodes on Pregnancy &amp; Motherhood Resources and episodes on Perimenopause &amp; Menopause and sign up for the Perimenopause and Menopause newsletter &nbsp;🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in...

Dr. Alyssa Dweck, a practicing gynecologist and the Chief Medical Officer of Bonafide, speaks with Fempower Health on the following about common symptoms of perimenopause and menopause:What are the stages of perimenopause and menopause?How to know if you are in perimenopause or have another underlying condition?Which are the common symptoms of perimenopause?What are the treatments for common symptoms?Is it normal to bleed when you are in menopause?How to find a menopause expert?“Not all OB GYNs want to or are trained to or at the stages of their careers where they are seeing so many menopausal patients.&nbsp;My field has split into obstetrics and gynecology and surgery and sexual health and menopause experts are almost sub-specialists.” - Dr Alyssa DweckResources:Resources and episodes on Perimenopause &amp; Menopause and sign up for the Perimenopause and Menopause newsletter How to Find the right doctor&nbsp;🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024** More about Dr. Alyssa DweckDr. Alyssa Dweck is a practicing gynecologist and the Chief Medical Officer of Bonafide. She is an Ob/Gyn for over 25 years with a special interest in menopausal health and training in female sexual health.&nbsp;Dr. Dweck is the co-author of three books - including The Complete A to Z for V - and has appeared on The Today Show and Good Day LA.&nbsp;She contributes regularly to multiple prints and online media outlets.&nbsp;She has been voted “Top Doctor” in New York Magazine and Westchester Magazine.When she’s not helping women improve their health, Dr. Dweck enjoys time with her husband, two sons, and “girly” English Bulldog.&nbsp;She is an avid runner and sports car enthusiast.**The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor.&nbsp; Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they...

Pelvic floor muscles play an important role in our bodies, and we may not realize how important until we have incontinence, pain, and/or prolapse.&nbsp;A common concern is the root cause of a dysfunction might not be properly addressed causing issues down the line such as the need for surgery or repeat surgery.Kim Vopni, author of Your Pelvic Floor, is a self professed pelvic health evangelist and is known as The Vagina Coach.She is a certified fitness professional who wants to end the suffering associated with pelvic floor dysfunction.Kim speaks with Fempower Health on the following about pelvic floor health and surgery:Which are the 3 types of pelvic floor dysfunctions?What are the signs of a weak pelvic floor and how do you fix pelvic floor dysfunction?What are pelvic floor dysfunction treatment options and which pelvic floor dysfunctions might require surgery?How do you optimize pelvic floor surgery recovery time and outcomes?How successful is pelvic prolapse surgery, and what can you do post surgery to optimize results?How do you find the right pelvic floor surgeon?Which questions should you ask the pelvic floor surgeon?What if you can’t afford a pelvic floor specialist or surgeon?“I do see a lot of people after the fact who say “I had surgery for this and then I still have this problem or the&nbsp;problem came back” or “I have another problem and then I had another surgery.”&nbsp;People will chase the problem with surgery or pharmaceuticals and aren’t getting to a root cause.” - Kim VopniResources:Resources and episodes on Pelvic Health Resources and episodes on Pregnancy &amp; Motherhood Resources and episodes on Perimenopause &amp; Menopause and sign up for the Perimenopause and Menopause newsletter Follow Kim Vopni on InstagramBuff Muff AppFree Pelvic Surgery WebinarKim’s Book Your Pelvic FloorStudy on lower back pain and association with pelvic floor issuesWatch the Below the Belt film&nbsp;🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and <a...

According to the CDC, overall, the age-adjusted prevalence of osteoporosis among adults aged 50 and over increased from 9.4% in 2007–2008 to 12.6% in 2017–2018 (See this Figure). Osteoporosis prevalence among women increased from 14.0% in 2007–2008 to 19.6% in 2017–2018. And according to this episode’s guest, Dr. Jerilynn Prior, osteoporosis is not something only older women should concern themselves with. It begins in adolescence.Dr. Jerilynn Prior, of the Centre for Menstrual Cycle and Ovulation Research (CeMCOR), is a Professor of Endocrinology and Metabolism at the University of British Columbia, with 40 years experience in women’s health.&nbsp;&nbsp;We discuss the following about bone health.What are the foundations for good bone health?What causes poor bone health and why is bone health important?What are the best vitamins &amp; supplements for bone health?&nbsp;Which forms and doses of them do you need?How are the types of foods you eat connected to bone health?What causes bones to decrease during adolescence and what can you do to strengthen bones&nbsp;in adolescence?Can you reverse bone loss?&nbsp;And is osteoporosis hereditary?Your questions about collagen and medications answered!“It is still not in the textbooks that progesterone increased bone formation.&nbsp;20% the change in bone over one year was related to the length of the luteal phase.&nbsp;Dietary intake was only 3%.”&nbsp;- Dr. Jerilynn PriorResources:Follow CeMCOR on InstagramCeMCOR Newsletter SignupLearn about Progesterone as a Bone-trophic hormoneLearn about ABCs of Osteoporosis Prevention for Women in MidlifeLearn about Why do I have Osteoporosis?&nbsp;I’m Way too Young!Resources and episodes on Perimenopause &amp; Menopause and sign up for the Perimenopause and Menopause newsletter Resources and episodes on Hormones &amp; Menstrual Health 🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@fempowerhealth" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

The pelvic floor plays an important role supporting the bowel and bladder (as well as the uterus and vagina in females).&nbsp;Hormone changes due to pregnancy and peri/menopause and other factors can impact their function.&nbsp;Several at-home devices are now on the market to support the pelvic floor, but do they help you?&nbsp;And if so, which is right for you?&nbsp;Enter Dr. Allyson Shrikhande.Dr. Allyson Shrikhande, a board certified Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation specialist, is the Chief Medical Officer of Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine. She is also the Chair of the Medical Education Committee for the International Pelvic Pain Society.&nbsp;A leading expert on pelvic health and a respected researcher, author and lecturer, Dr. Shrikhande is a recognized authority on male and female pelvic pain diagnosis and treatment.&nbsp;We discuss the following:Do electronic pelvic floor devices work?What are the limitations of at-home pelvic floor devices?How to afford these devicesHow to know if your device is helping or hurtingHow Pelvic Rehabilitation Center is trying to increase access to careWhat does FDA approval for classified medical devices mean?We cover the following pelvic floor-related devices, tools, and exercises.ElviePerifitK-fitFlyteInnovoElitoneThigh master-like devicesJade eggsKegel weights&nbsp;Exercises like yoga, pilates, hypopressives“Listen to your body.&nbsp;If your symptoms are getting better, you are on the right path.&nbsp;Before using these devices, get an evaluation, if you can, by a pelvic floor specialist.”&nbsp;- Dr. Allyson ShrikhandeResources:Resources and episodes on Pelvic Health Follow Pelvic Rehabilitation on Facebook, Instagram and TwitterLearn about Dustienne Miller Yoga and <a

Dr. Peter Whorwell, author of Take Control of your IBS, directs the South Manchester Functional Bowel Service and has had a particular interest in the functional gastrointestinal disorders. His unit undertakes research into the clinical, epidemiological and pathophysiological aspects of functional gastrointestinal disorders as well as caring for large numbers of these patients from all over the UK.&nbsp;In honor of April’s IBS Awareness Month, dive into IBS and complications around diagnosis and treatment. Given Dr. Whorwell’s book provides a lot of the foundations and is a quick read, we dove into some of the topics he did not go deep into in the book.&nbsp;We do cover some foundations.You will learn this…Challenges with modern medicine impacting IBS diagnosis and how tests don’t solve everythingTypical IBS symptoms and how IBS symptoms are unique from other possible conditionsResearch conducted about endometriosis vs IBSAnother perspective on endo bellyCaution around understanding symptoms, especially around your period versus throughout menstrual cycle so you are not treated for the wrong thingWhy HRT can play a critical role for IBS patients in perimenopause and post menopauseBloating vs distensionGut microbiome and IBS relationshipWhether comprehensive stool analysis is worth itIBS and the impact of fiberWhether laxatives damage the bowel“I can’t cure you, but I can make life better for you.&nbsp;IBS won’t be cured, at least not in my lifetime”&nbsp;- Dr. Peter WhorwellResources:Dr. Peter Whorwell's Book: Take Control of your IBSReview other IBS resourcesResources and episodes on the Gut and Vaginal Microbiome Resources and episodes on Nutrition &amp; Exercise 🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024** About Dr. Peter WhorwellProfessor Whorwell graduated in biochemistry at the University of London and in medicine at Guy’s Hospital, London. After a series of residencies and fellowships, one of which was in the USA, he was appointed as Consultant Physician and Gastroenterologist at the University Hospital of...

Why is it important to know when you are ovulating?&nbsp;In this episode, Dr. Jerilynn Prior and Dr. Lara Briden return to the podcast to discuss why ovulation, rather than the period, is the main event of the menstrual cycle. They share how the ovulation phase is crucial to your overall health (not just fertility), and how to address hormonal imbalance. Listen to this interesting discussion where they reveal important health facts women of all ages need to know.&nbsp;&nbsp;What you’ll learn:What happens hormonally during ovulation? Why is it so important?What is the meaning of ovulation and anovulation?Can you have anovulation with regular periods?Female hormones (estrogen vs progesterone) and how they impact ovulationHow to track ovulation&nbsp;What are the signs that you are not ovulating?How to know if you are making too much estrogenWhat is a normal luteal phase?Can you take birth control as a teenager?*“What matters [for women’s health] is releasing an egg and making progesterone— and making it for long enough to counterbalance the effects of estrogen.&nbsp;[Both] are meant to be coordinated. They have fundamentally different actions on different tissues.”&nbsp;- Dr. Jerilynn PriorRelated to this episode:Resources to support Menstrual Health**Similar episodes on the Spotify Podcast Playlists: Women’s Health Foundations and Menstrual HealthShare the article: Women’s Health and the Ovulation CycleFor Healthcare Providers: Managing Menorrhagia Without Surgery (CeMCOR)Why Is “The Pill” Harmful for Bones in Adolescent Women? (CeMCOR)Follow #RighttoOvulate on InstagramGet Dr. Lara Briden’s Books: Period Repair Manual and Hormone Repair Manual🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.fempower-health.com/newsletter" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

Non Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT) provides insight into the risk of a fetal genetic abnormality, and can help inform pregnancy management before and after birth. However, the value of genetic screening is dependent on whether results are interpreted correctly, appropriate medical follow-up, and access to relevant resources.&nbsp;Genetic counselors help to ensure that NIPT is translated into better prenatal care.&nbsp;However, many women who receive NIPT do not visit a genetic counselor.&nbsp;In this episode, Jennifer Saucier, board-certified genetic counselor who currently serves as the Senior Director of Clinical Genetic Services at Natera, discusses:What is the difference between carrier screening and prenatal screening and diagnostic testing?Who needs prenatal screening, and what week is prenatal screening?Why should patients ask for these screening tests?Does insurance usually cover NIPT? Carrier screening?The future of screening:&nbsp;Can we test for risk of addiction? Can science lead us to gene editing or alteration and if so, what does this mean?What does a genetic counselor do?How do you find a genetic counselor?That first OB appointment expectant parents have is so overwhelming.&nbsp;Your healthcare provider gives a lot of information in a short period of time.&nbsp;- Jennifer Saucier&nbsp;Resources:Resources and episodes on Pregnancy &amp; Motherhood How to Find a Genetic Counselor🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024** &nbsp;About Jennifer SaucierJennifer Saucier is a board-certified genetic counselor who currently serves as the Senior Director of Clinical Genetic Services at Natera where she oversees a large team of laboratory genetic counselors, telehealth genetic counselors and genetic counseling assistants. Prior to joining Natera, Ms. Saucier gained invaluable experience in all areas of genetic testing (prenatal, pediatrics, cancer and laboratory) working as the sole genetic counselor at a large rural university hospital and later at several maternal fetal medicine offices in Austin, Texas. Ms. Saucier graduated from Texas A&amp;M University with a B.S. in Genetics and has a M.S. in Genetic Counseling from The University of Texas-Houston Health Science Center.&nbsp;**The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for...

Body Dysmorphic Disorder affects about 1 in 50 people. This means that more than 5 million people to nearly 10 million people in the United States alone have BDD.&nbsp;The body dysmorphia advocacy group, BDD, connected me to Dr. Amita Jassi and Rachel Koutnik, LCSW.In this episode, we cover the following body dysmorphia questions and answers:Body Dysmorphia Definition, including how similar or dissimilar it is to anorexia and bulimiaBody Dysmorphia TestBody Dysmorphia SymptomsBody Dysmorphia and Social MediaHow to help someone with Body DysmorphiaThe relationship to the routines that I had was an issue and nobody caught it.&nbsp;The meaning I made was an issue and nobody caught it.&nbsp;I believed what I believed internally.&nbsp;- Rachel KoutnikResources:Take the Body Dysmorphia QuizFind Body Dysmorphia SupportResources and episodes on Mental Health 🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024** About Dr. Amita JassiDr Amita Jassi is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist at the National and Specialist OCD, BDD and Related Disorder Service for Children and Young People (South London and Maudsley NHS Trust). She has worked with this client group since 2006. Amita is the lead for the BDD branch of the service as well as the research lead for the clinic. This is the only specialist service for young people with BDD in the UK.&nbsp;In her clinical role, she develops and delivers individually-tailored treatment packages, including intensive, home-based and inpatient treatment, as well as offering consultation and joint work with clinicians around the country.&nbsp;Amita has taught and trained nationally and internationally on child and adolescent OCD and BDD. She is the author of several books including ‘Appearance Anxiety: a Guide to Understanding Body Dysmorphic Disorder for Young People, Families and Professionals’ and ‘The Parents’ Guide to Body Dysmorphic Disorder’. She has She has over 35 publications in peer reviewed journals on OCD and BDD and engages in media work to increase awareness and understanding of these conditions. Amita is also a trustee for the BDD Foundation charity.About Rachel KoutnikRachel Koutnik, LCSW is a...

PCOS impacts 1 in 10 women yet it is still underdiagnosed and misdiagnosed.&nbsp;Dr. Jerilynn Prior, of the Centre for Menstrual Cycle and Ovulation Research (CeMCOR), is a Professor of Endocrinology and Metabolism at the University of British Columbia, with 40 years experience in women’s health.&nbsp;She brings an interesting perspective to what might happen if we considered PCOS to primarily be a hormone imbalance rather than a disease.In this episode, we cover the following:Difference between ovarian cysts and PCOSWhy PCOS is not the best term to describe the conditionWhat is the main cause of PCOS?What are the first signs of PCOS?What is the diagnostic criteria for PCOS?How having multiple criteria (e.g., Rotterdam and International) for diagnosing PCOS creates confusion leading to multiple cases of delayed diagnosis or misdiagnosisCan PCOS tests be wrong?Can birth control make PCOS worse?Can birth control cause PCOS?Is PCOS genetically inherited?“To me, this is the hopeful message.&nbsp;PCOS is a hormone imbalance, not a disease.”&nbsp;- Dr Jerilynn PriorResources:Resources and episodes on PCOS 🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024** More about Dr. Jerilynn PriorJerilynn C. Prior BA, MD, FRCPC investigates women’s menstrual cycles, population variability of ovulation and physiological associations of ovulatory disturbances within regular cycles with osteoporosis, cardiovascular disease and breast cancer and endometrial cancer risks. She also studies the hormonal and experience changes in perimenopause and treatment of perimenopausal and menopausal hot flushes with progesterone.&nbsp;She is the 2019 recipient of the Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research Aubrey J. Tingle Prize awarded to a “BC clinician scientist whose work in health research is internationally recognized”. She is Scientific Director of the Centre for Menstrual Cycle and Ovulation Research (CeMCOR, since 2002) with its website (www.cemcor.ca) providing practical evidence-based information through a mean of 3,000 page-views/day.&nbsp;She has led the British Columbia Centre of the population-based Canadian Multicentre Osteoporosis Study (CaMos) since 1994. In addition to authoring over 200 peer-reviewed papers (H Index 65), Dr. Prior is the author of the award-winning book, Estrogen’s Storm Season: Stories of Perimenopause (2005, 2nd

Dr. Nicole E. Williams is a board certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist. With the philosophy of marrying both alternative and traditional medicine, Dr. Williams opened The Gynecology Institute of Chicago in July 2013 and recently published This is How You Vagina.In this episode, we cover the following:Tour of female body parts and misconceptions about the female bodyVaginal odor:&nbsp;what is normal and when to see a doctorSitz bath benefits and how it differs from vaginal steam and douchingYeast infection symptoms and treatmentsHow your vagina changes during pregnancy, after birth and in menopauseTips for which lubricant is best and probiotics for women“There is no such thing as a pretty labia.&nbsp;There is what an ideal might be.&nbsp;We now know that most of the pictures in textbooks of women’s labia, thanks to Dr. Netter, picture them as small, which is not the case at all for almost every human female. ” - Dr. Nicole WilliamsResources:This is How You Vagina bookWomen’s Health Foundations Spotify Podcast PlaylistCurated products to support your specific needs🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024** **The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor.&nbsp; Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.****May contain affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**

Shawn Tassone, MD Ph.D. is a double-boarded physician in Obstetrics and Gynecology and Integrative Medicine. Dr. Tassone believes it is time for women to understand fatigue, weight gain, insomnia, irregular periods, fibroids, decreased libido, and burnout are not permanent situations.&nbsp;In this episode, our conversation focuses on understanding our hormones.We discuss:Determining you hormonal archetypeWhich hormones may be out of balance based on your symptomsPossible ways to have hormone balanceWhich tests can you try to understand your hormones&nbsp;The effectiveness of various test types:&nbsp;saliva, blood, and urineDr Tassone’s the top 3 supplements for women“The human body was made to heal itself and the medical model should involve more patient-centered care with an active patient and passive healer.” - Dr. Shawn Tassone&nbsp;Resources:The Hormone Balance Bible&nbsp;Spiritual Pregnancy: Develop, Nurture &amp; Embrace the Journey to MotherhoodHands Off My Belly! The Pregnant Women’s Guide to Surviving, Myths, Mothers, and Moods, Contraception DeceptionHormone Archetype QuizResources and episodes on Hormones &amp; Menstrual Health 🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024** More about Dr Shawn TassoneHe is a practicing OBGYN, speaker, patient advocate, and author.&nbsp;His books are written on topics of spirituality in medical care, hormone balance, various aspects of women's health such as birth control and pregnancy, and he is an advocate for whole foods to heal the human body.&nbsp;Dr. Tassone served as a faculty member at the University of Arizona and University&nbsp;of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center teaching residents and medical students. Dr. Tassone was also an instructor in Integrative Medicine at Arizona State University.&nbsp;**The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor.&nbsp; Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the...

Episode Summary Autoimmune diseases impact over 24 million people in the U.S., yet many struggle for years without clear answers. From misdiagnoses to ineffective treatments, patients often feel lost in the system. In this episode of Fempower Health, Dr. Nicole Bundy, a board-certified internist and rheumatologist, and Dr. Millie Lytle, a naturopathic doctor and epidemiologist, break down the complexities of autoimmune disease. With their expertise from Mymee, they explore why autoimmunity is so challenging to diagnose, how lifestyle and medications impact healing, and what patients can do to advocate for themselves.If you’ve been dismissed by doctors or are cycling through medications without real improvement, this episode is for you. Tune in to uncover the answers you need to regain control of your health.Discussion Points:How common are autoimmune diseases, and why are they so difficult to diagnose?What are the first signs of autoimmune disease that people often miss?How does family history impact your risk of developing an autoimmune condition?What should you do if your doctor says they can’t help you?What type of doctor should you see for proper diagnosis and treatment?How do medications and lifestyle changes impact autoimmune disease management?What does the future of autoimmune disease research and treatment look like?“If you find yourself routinely taking 3-5 medications just to get through your day (e.g., pain medication, anti-inflammatory medication, antihistamines, sleep aid) for symptom control, that is a sign something is not in balance.&nbsp;Putting these band-aids on signals it is time to take a deeper look.” - Dr. Nikki BundyResources:Resources and episodes on Autoimmune &amp; Chronic Disease Resources and episodes on Mental Health 🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024** About Dr. Millie LytleDr. Millie Lytle is dedicated to innovatively preventing and reversing the epidemic of chronic disease. She earned her 4-year post grad ND from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine and a Master's in Public Health (MPH) in Hamburg, Germany. In addition to 15 years of private practice, Millie is a published researcher and conference speaker. At Mymee, Dr. Lytle manages the...

Dr. Tamer Seckin is a world-renowned endometriosis surgeon and founder of the Endometriosis Foundation of America. He is the author of The Doctor Will See you Now: Recognizing and Treating Endometriosis. In this powerful interview (a shortened version from Season 1), he describes his journey into this calling and the realities he encounters about how women with endometriosis suffer. . . and what can and should be done about it.We discuss:How endometriosis manifestsOptions for endometriosis diagnosisHow toxins impact your body and endometriosisFinding a surgeon specializing in endometriosisDetermining whether hysterectomy&nbsp;is the right decision when struggling with endometriosisEndometriosis' impact on fertility“One of the most common causes of repeat surgery is incomplete surgery.” - Dr. Tamer SeckinAre there women in your life who suffer from endometriosis? All of us should be better informed to seek the right care and support other women. Share this episode with the women in your life.&nbsp;Resources:Resources and episodes on Endometriosis Resources and episodes on Women's Health-Related Pain Resources and episodes on Pelvic Health Resources and episodes on Fertility and Trying to Conceive 🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024** **The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor.&nbsp; Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.****May contain affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**

Dr. Dan Martin is the Scientific and Medical Director for EndoFound.&nbsp;Forty-five peer-reviewed publications on endometriosis are included in his more than 414 publications focused on pelvic surgery for endometriosis and fertility.&nbsp;The prevalence of dysmenorrhea varies between 16% and 91% in women of reproductive age, with severe pain in 2%-29% of the women studied.We discuss:Endometriosis vs. Adenomyosis vs. FibroidsCauses of pelvic painIssues with too much estrogenHow to be properly diagnosed with your pelvic pain conditionTreatments you can do at home to manage pelvic pain vs. when it is time to see a doctorAll treatment options related to pelvic pain conditions“If pain is getting worse and not better with medication, it is not normal.”&nbsp;- Dr. Dan MartinResourcesResources and episodes on Endometriosis Resources and episodes on Women's Health-Related Pain Recommended Books on Pelvic Health 🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024** More about Dr. Dan MartinDr Martin is Professor Emeritus, University of Tennessee Health Science Center; a community member of the Virginia Commonwealth University Institutional Review Board; and a life fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. He has been Divisional Director of Reproductive Endocrinology and Divisional Director of Minimally Invasive Surgery at the University of Tennessee and Divisional Director of Medical Education at The Johns Hopkins Medical Institutes. Dr. Martin is Past-president of the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists and the Gynecologic Laser Society.**The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor.&nbsp; Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.****May contain affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**

Two guests join Fempower Health this week to speak about “movement as medicine.”&nbsp;Rachel Katzman is the Co-Founder of P.volve, which started in 2017 after experiencing her own personal evolution through movement influenced by her scoliosis.&nbsp;Dr. Amy Hoover is a member of the P.volve Clinical Advisory Board and owns and operates APHysio LLC, a wellness practice where she specializes in hands-on manual therapy. She also has a special interest in both pre and postnatal care and women's health, plus extensive training in pelvic floor physical therapy.&nbsp;We discuss:The reality of simply being told “just go exercise” may not be enough or the right thing for youThe foundations of proper technique and how Pvolve is uniqueHow to determine the right exercise for youThe future of exercise as a prescription“The way of the future is, you go to your doctor and they give you access to a movement online that you can follow and easily check in with, and it is a part of your prescription.”&nbsp;- Dr. Amy HooverResourcesResources and episodes on Nutrition &amp; Exercise 🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024** **The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor.&nbsp; Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.****May contain affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**

Dr. Lyndsey Harper is a Board Certified Ob/Gyn, Associate Professor of Ob/Gyn for Texas A&amp;M COM, a Fellow of The American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and a Fellow of the International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health.&nbsp;Dr. Harper is the founder and CEO of Rosy, a women’s health technology company that connects women who have sexual health concerns with hope, community, and research-backed solutions. She has been named Forbes Top 53 Women Disrupting Healthcare, People Newspapers’ 20 Under 40,&nbsp;a Top Innovator in North Texas for 2020 and a DBJ Top Woman in Tech.&nbsp;She speaks about the following:What sexual health and wellness isThe shocking things your OB GYN knows and doesn’t know about sexual healthHow Rosy is educating women and their doctorsHow to improve your sexual health, including when things like cancer, infertility, menopause, stress impact itWhat “erotica as a prescription” meansRecommended resources and how they can help you, including Rosy and its classes“There isn’t anything that doesn’t cover sexual health.” &nbsp;- Dr. Lyndsey HarperReferenced in the podcast &amp; related episodes:Spotify Playlists: Sex EdResources and episodes on Sexual Health 🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024** **The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor.&nbsp; Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.****May contain affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**

Joyce Reinecke champions fertility preservation for cancer patients as Executive Director at the Alliance for Fertility Preservation.Episode SummaryJoyce Reinecke is the Executive Director of the Alliance for Fertility Preservation, a national nonprofit organization focused on all aspects of fertility preservation for cancer patients. Joyce is a long-term survivor of leiomyosarcoma who opted for embryo freezing and surrogacy to create her family. Her personal oncofertility journey informs her professional focus and her commitment as a patient advocate. Prior to her work at Fertile Hope, Joyce was a trademark attorney in Seattle, WA. She has a law degree from Fordham University, and a B.A. from Occidental College. Joyce currently lives in Lafayette, CA with her husband, John, and their twin daughters, Alexandra and Olivia.What We DiscussCan you get pregnant if you have cancerChemotherapy and fertilityRadiation and fertilityHow to determine whether fertility preservation is right for youHow fertility preservation works for cancer patientsHow to handle the timing of cancer treatments and fertility preservationFertility preservation in childhood cancerReferenced in the podcast &amp; related episodes:Resolve:&nbsp;The National Infertility AssociationResources and episodes on Female Cancer Resources and episodes on Fertility and Trying to Conceive 🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024** More about JoycePrior to joining the AFP, Joyce was a Cancer &amp; Fertility Advisor for the LIVESTRONG Foundation, and the Vice President of Programs for Fertile Hope.She is a recognized leader in the field of fertility preservation who has been a featured speaker at numerous professional conferences, including ASCO, ASRM, ONS, the Oncofertility...

Join Dr. Kristin Rojas on the Fempower Health podcast as she discusses sex after cancer and how treatments lead to menopause-like symptoms. Learn expert advice for managing these changes.Episode SummaryIn this episode of the Fempower Health Peri/Menopause podcast, host Georgie Kovacs interviews Dr. Kristin Rojas, a fellowship-trained breast cancer surgeon and board-certified gynecologist. Dr. Rojas is the founder of the Menopause Urogenital Sexual Health and Intimacy Clinic (MUSIC), designed to help women navigate the physical and emotional changes that come with cancer treatments, including menopause and sexual health issues. She shares invaluable insights into the often-overlooked challenges women face during menopause, especially those undergoing or recovering from cancer treatments. This conversation delves into the need for greater awareness and support for women at this stage of life, highlighting practical steps to advocate for better care.If you're seeking trusted, research-backed answers to your health concerns, or if you're a clinician looking to better support your patients, this episode is packed with crucial information on menopause, cancer recovery, and women's health advocacy.Discussion Points:How does menopause affect women undergoing cancer treatments?Why isn’t there more support for women transitioning into menopause?What can clinicians do to improve care for menopausal women, especially those affected by cancer?How can women advocate for themselves before, during, and after cancer treatment?What are the most common symptoms of menopause that women should be aware of?Why is sexual health often ignored in conversations about menopause, and how can women address it with their doctors?How can healthcare systems improve resources for women experiencing menopause and cancer-related health challenges?What are the best treatment options for managing menopause symptoms in cancer survivors?Referenced in the podcast &amp; related episodes:Learn about Dr. Rojas’ MUSIC (Menopause Eurogenital Sexual Health and Intimacy Clinic) ProgramFollow Dr. Kristin Rojas on YouTubeLearn more about We Are Women’s Health and Diep C FoundationResources and episodes on Sexual Health Resources and episodes on Female Cancer 🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.fempower-health.com/newsletter"...

The World Health Organization estimates that over 750 million people suffer from some sort of thyroid condition yet about 60% go undiagnosed. Rachel Hill&nbsp;is a highly ranked and multi award winning thyroid patient advocate, writer, speaker and author behind The Invisible Hypothyroidism.&nbsp;She speaks about the following:Rachel Hill's story, including why and how she became such an influential advocate for thyroid diseaseWhat she means by “the thyroid jigsaw puzzle”Examples of how you can find the right pieces to your own “thyroid jigsaw puzzle”Important details about advocating for and understanding your thyroid lab resultsWhat the spoon theory is and how is can help transform how you speak with others about your thyroid conditionHow to navigate the common feeling of isolation when struggling with symptoms of Hashimoto's and other thyroid-related conditionsMotivating tips on living your life to the fullest when struggling with thyroid disease“For a while, I was just barely surviving; not thriving. I realized there must be answers out there somewhere. There are hundreds of thousands of people in the world with thyroid conditions— there must be people I can talk to and learn from.” - Rachel HillResources:Rachel’s Website, Newsletters,&nbsp;Facebook Page &amp; InstagramRachel’s Books:&nbsp;You, Me and Hypothyroidism: When Someone You Love Has Hypothyroidism &amp; Be Your Own Thyroid Advocate: When You’re Sick and Tired of Being Sick and Tired🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024** &nbsp;More About Rachel HillRachel Hill is the highly ranked and multi-award winning thyroid patient advocate, writer, speaker and author behind The Invisible Hypothyroidism. Her thyroid advocacy work includes writing articles, authoring books, producing her Thyroid Family email newsletters and speaking on podcasts, as well as being a founding board member for...

Corey Hazama, a pelvic floor physical therapist and co-owner of Beyond Basics in New York City.&nbsp;She is a natural teacher and expert on the pelvic floor. With our previous episode together being in the top 5 most downloaded, we are lucky to have her back!In this episode, Corey covers:What a prolapse is and potential causes &amp; risk factorsWho needs to be proactive and how to do thatHow to test yourself at home for a possible prolapseRealistic improvements with pelvic floor physical therapyWhether the at home kegel devices will work for youWhat to do if kegels aren’t workingResources: Resources and episodes on Pelvic Health 🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024** **The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor.&nbsp; Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.****May contain affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of sexual health, pleasure, and empowerment for women. Join us as we explore the expert insights shared by Dr. Rachel Rubin, a renowned sexual health specialist, who is one of only a handful of physicians fellowship trained in male and female sexual medicine.&nbsp; She sheds light on the orgasm gap, the clitoris, common misconceptions, and the journey towards embracing empowered sexual health. Let's break free from societal stigmas and discover the path to sexual pleasure and satisfaction.Key HighlightsUnderstanding the Orgasm Gap: Discover the significant impact of the orgasm gap on women's well-being, self-esteem, and relationships. Learn how societal pressures affect sexual satisfaction and how to overcome misconceptions.Demystifying the Clitoris: Delve into the fascinating world of the clitoris, often referred to as the "tip of the iceberg." Gain insights into its complex anatomy and how embracing genital empowerment can enhance sexual experiences.Empowering Communication: Explore the importance of open and honest communication in intimate relationships. Find out how expressing boundaries, desires, and preferences can create a safe and fulfilling space for sexual exploration.Taking Charge of Sexual Health: Learn the importance of seeking credible and compassionate care for sexual health. Discover resources and evidence-based treatments to redefine your sexual narrative and break free from societal stigmas.Embracing Pleasure: Hear inspiring stories of women finding pleasure and empowerment in their intimate lives. Dr. Rachel Rubin shares real-life examples of how embracing sexual pleasure can strengthen relationships.“If you like it, do more of it. If you don't like it, you're not broken. And if you want to know if it's something that you like, have fun and add tools to your toolbox to get yourself to have fun in different ways." - Dr Rachel RubinRelated Content:Resources and episodes on Sexual Health Contact Dr Rubin:&nbsp; @DrRachelRubin on social media and RachelRubinMD.comLearn about ISSWSHCheck out the Dipsea app or the Rosy appArticle:&nbsp; A Simple Hip Operation Damaged my Nerves and Ruined by Sex Life🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@fempowerhealth" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

Dr. Renee Wellenstein is a double board certified doctor who has been working with women for over 20 years and due to her own personal health challenges, she stepped outside the box of conventional medicine to take a radically different approach to heal herself from the deep depths of burnout.&nbsp;In this episode, Dr Renee covers:Phases of burnout and how to recognize where you might be&nbsp;“Controversy” over the term adrenal fatigueWhy preventing and recovering from burnout is simple but not easyPractical ways to prevent and recover from burnoutReferenced in the podcast &amp; related episodes:Dr Renee’s The Real Heal Podcast on iTunes &amp; SpotifyBook Recommendation: Four SigmaticResources and episodes on Mental Health Resources and episodes on Nutrition &amp; Exercise 🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024** More about Dr. ReneeAbout a decade ago, Dr. Renee was living what&nbsp;she thought was her dream life. One day in May 2012, Dr. Renee fell off of her horse during a riding lesson and broke her back. She not only&nbsp;struggled with severe back pain, but with fatigue and the inability to focus. Her doctor diagnosed her with depression, but her symptoms&nbsp;did not improve after trying two different antidepressants.&nbsp;Two years after her injury, Dr. Renee was still struggling with unexplained symptoms. After exhausting all of her options in the conventional&nbsp;healthcare system, she was put in contact with a doctor who was an “anti-aging” practitioner. She finally received the appropriate diagnosis, her symptoms resolved and she got back on her feet and joined the world of functional medicine. In August 2019, Dr. Renee started Kaspira&nbsp;Elite Health Consulting, LLC. Now Dr. Renee empowers women to take control of their health, jumpstart their energy, improve their confidence, and reignite their libido!&nbsp;**The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective...

We’ve all been told about the powerful effects of estrogen on a woman’s reproductive cycle. But more people are now learning that progesterone is equally as important. With so much research and discussion regarding hormone imbalances in women today, experts confirm that these two female sex hormones are critical to more than just sex and pregnancy— they’re vital to every woman’s health.In this episode, Dr. Jerilynn Prior of the Centre for Menstrual Cycle and Ovulation Research (CeMCOR) shares essential information about the roles that estrogen and progesterone play in not only ovulation but basic health. She explains why hormone imbalance is so important to confront, and how hormones impact overall wellness from heart health to bone health to mood. She offers some insight into how women’s hormones change throughout various stages of life, from puberty to menopause.&nbsp;Dr. Jerilynn Prior is a Professor of Endocrinology and Metabolism at the University of British Columbia, with 40 years of experience in women’s health. She specializes in women’s hormones and peri/menopause treatments. Read more in her book, Estrogen’s Storm Season: Stories of Perimenopause.Discussed in this episode:The difference between estrogen and progesteroneUnderstanding estrogen vs progesterone in the menstrual cycleThe role of estrogen and progesterone in bone health, breast and endometrial cancer risk, fertility, weight, and heart healthWhy balancing hormones in women is so important (regardless of whether or not you want to get pregnant!)Clearing up confusion on the common question: does stress impact fertility?Why it’s hard for women to be aware of some of this researchHow your hormone balance is defined at different ages and stages of life“It’s important to be aware of your reproductive cycle because it’s such a key indicator of optimal health overall. It’s also important to know because if you want to have a child one day, you need to ovulate normally. Having ‘regular cycles’ is not sufficient.” - Dr. Jerilynn PriorRelated to this episode:CeMCOR website: Centre for Menstrual Cycle and Ovulation ResearchSign up for the CeMCOR Newsletter for the latest on women’s healthResources and episodes on Hormones &amp; Menstrual Health Dr. Jerilynn Prior’s book: Estrogen Storm Season: Stories of PerimenopauseRecommended book: Period Repair ManualRecommended book: Hormone Repair ManualRecommended book: Sex Matters🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, <a...

Laura Murphy is the Director of Education &amp; Awareness at the International Association of Premenstrual Disorders (IAPMD), which offers&nbsp;a lifeline of support, information, and resources for women and AFAB individuals with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) and Premenstrual Exacerbation (PME).Laura and I answer the following questions:What is PMDD?What triggers PMDD and who gets PMDD?How can you find the right doctor and get properly diagnosed?What are the treatment options?ResourcesRead Vicious CycleLook into General PMDD InformationTake the PMDD Self Screen TestLearn How to Get Properly Diagnosed with PMDDReview PMDD Treatment OptionsResources and episodes on Hormones &amp; Menstrual Health Resources and episodes on Women's Health-Related Pain 🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:1. Help others discover Fempower Health:Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.2. Stay connected:Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.Or join our&nbsp;newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024** **The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor.&nbsp; Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.****May contain affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**