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Oct 2024
1h 28m

Menopause "Down There": Estrogen, Testos...

DR. STEPHANIE ESTIMA
About this episode

Dr. Kelly Casperson is a world-renowned urologist and host of the 'You Are Not Broken' podcast. In this episode, we dive deep into distinguishing between good and bad sex, faking orgasms, and finding (or refinding) your body confidence. Dr. Casperson sheds light on genital urinary shifts in perimenopause, urinary incontinence, and the impact of hormonal changes. This essential discussion aims to remove shame and promote pleasure for all women and the men who love them. Don't miss this chance to enhance your knowledge of female sexual health and body autonomy.

Episode Overview:
0:00 Intro/Teaser
3:20 Unlocking the Secrets of Great Sex
11:10 Redefining Pleasure
17:28 Overcoming the Orgasm Gap
27:35 Understanding Female Anatomy and Pleasure
35:23 Navigating Female Anatomy and Hormones
43:30 Hormones and Menopause
50:02 Vaginal Care and Health Education
55:30 Understanding Bladder Leakage and HSDD
1:01:23 Challenging Uninformed Medication Use in Women
1:08:57 Dispelling Myths About Hormone Therapy
1:18:51 Optimal Testosterone Levels in Women
1:27:47 Smart Information on Healthcare Advice

Resources mentioned in this episode:
You are Not Broken podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/you-are-not-broken/id1495710329
Dr. Kelly’s book - https://kellycaspersonmd.com/you-are-not-broken-book/
Women’s Health Initiative - https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/science/womens-health-initiative-whi
Vulvovaginal Atrophy - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2800285/
The use of antidepressants is linked to bone loss: A systematic review and metanalysis - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9568413/
Differences in Orgasm Frequency Among Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Heterosexual Men and Women in a U.S. National Sample - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28213723/
Dr. Kelly’s website - https://kellycaspersonmd.com

Bio:
Dr. Kelly Casperson is a renowned urologist dedicated to empowering women to lead fulfilling lives, especially around topics like sex, hormones, midlife, and communication. She hosts the popular podcast *You Are Not Broken*, which has garnered over 2 million downloads, and actively engages her 143k Instagram followers. In July 2023, her TEDx talk, "Why We Need Adult Sex Ed," gained over 230k views. Her forthcoming book, *You Are Not Broken: Stop ‘Should-ing’ All Over Your Sex Life*, will be published in September 2024 by Sheldon Press, and has received praise from leading experts. Kelly has been featured in *BuzzFeed*, *Oprah Daily*, *Goop*, and *Scary Mommy*.

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