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Femtech Health Podcast

Sheree Dibiase
Femtech and women's health podcast. We talk to leading experts in endometriosis, prenatal postpartum, pelvic floor, biotech and more. Join us weekly for conversations your OBGYN didn't even know existed.
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Episodes

Understanding Pelvic Pain: The Importance of Knowledge and Education | Emily's Journey: From OhNut to Kiwi | Desensitization and Muscle Relaxation Techniques | Empowering Individuals and Partners

Today on the show, we have Emily Sauer, the owner and founder of the Pelvic People, formerly known as Ohnut. Emily's mission revolves around reclaiming intimacy, with a focus on providing pelvic health solutions. She shares her personal journey of experiencing deep pain during sex and the frustration of seeking help for over a decade. With the launch of their new product, Kiwi, Emily's team is dedicated to empowering individuals struggling with pelvic health issues. Join us as we delve into Emil...

Apr 01, 20241 hr 5 minEp. 19

Innovative Approaches to Women's Health: A Discussion with Robert Greer | Cutting-Edge Solutions for Pelvic Health | Regenerative Technologies for Women's Well-being | Overcoming Challenges through Collaboration

In this episode, Robert Greer, founder of Arms Medical, shares his journey into the world of women's health, specifically in the pelvic organ prolapse and stress urinary incontinence space. Robert discusses his motivation to help women regain confidence and spontaneity through innovative technologies like Dermapure, V-New, and D-Cell. He reflects on his background in the medical field, starting with Pfizer, and his evolution to founding his own company dedicated to improving pelvic floor health....

Mar 27, 20241 hrEp. 18

The Power of Functional Medicine: Root Cause Approach to Women's Health | Consistency of Care for Long-Term Health | Personalized Nutrition Plans for Optimal Wellbeing | Harnessing Epigenetics for Improved Health Outcomes

On this episode, Frankie Lee Shelton, co-founder of Wisdom Medicine, discusses the importance of root cause medicine in addressing women's health issues. Frankie shares her journey into functional medicine and how it led her to co-found Wisdom Medicine, a collective focused on holistic approaches to health. Discover how this organization aims to provide comprehensive care by considering the whole person and addressing factors like hormonal changes and digestive issues. Join us as we explore the ...

Mar 19, 20241 hr 15 minEp. 17

Leveraging AI in Maternal Health | Using Data to Tell a Story | Closing the Telemedicine Gap | Predicting Maternal Health Outcomes

On this episode, Daniela Gilet shares her journey from aspiring to practice medicine to becoming an artificial intelligence and machine learning enthusiast in healthcare. Growing up with limited career options, she found her path in health informatics, leading to a successful data career. Daniela's focus on maternal health stems from personal experiences with racial disparities, driving her to utilize data and technology to make a difference. Tune in to explore the intersection of AI and healthc...

Mar 12, 202442 minEp. 16

Labia Love: Embracing the Beauty and Function of Labia | Understanding Persistent Genital Arousal Disorder: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options | Empowering Individuals with PGAD Awareness | The Importance of Pelvic Health Checks: A Guide to Yearly Pelvic Floor Exams

On this episode, April Patterson, a physical therapist with over 20 years of experience specializing in sexual health, shares her journey into pelvic health. Starting with orthopedic and sports therapy, April's curiosity led her to explore the pelvic floor component in her patients. She discusses the importance of addressing taboo topics like sexual health in physical therapy and how her own symptoms propelled her to seek care and expertise in this field. Timestamps (00:33) April's Journey : Apr...

Mar 05, 20241 hr 16 minEp. 15

Understanding Trauma Responses in Birth | Impact on Pelvic Health | Healing Strategies | Support and Empowerment

In this episode, physical therapist and birth healing expert Lynn Schulte shares her journey into the prenatal and postpartum space. With over 30 years of experience, Lynn discusses how focusing solely on postpartum clients allowed her to discover unique patterns in their bodies and develop techniques to release them. Tune in to learn more about Lynn's work and insights into women's health. Timestamps (00:32) Lynn Schulte shares her journey into the space of women's health, emphasizing her passi...

Feb 27, 20241 hr 17 minEp. 14

Empowering Women with Pelvic Organ Prolapse | Impact of Childbirth and Menopause | Benefits of Pessaries | Long-Term Management Strategies

Today's episode features Sherry Palm, CEO and founder of the nonprofit Association for Pelvic Organ Prolapse Support. Sherry shares her personal journey with pelvic organ prolapse, a condition often misunderstood despite its connection to childbirth and menopause. She recounts her discovery of a walnut-sized lump protruding from her vagina, prompting her to seek medical help. Join us as we delve into the importance of understanding and supporting individuals dealing with pelvic organ prolapse. T...

Feb 21, 20241 hr 15 minEp. 13

The Importance of Comfortable Compression Garments for Pregnancy and Postpartum Recovery

In this episode, host discusses the importance of comfort in compression support systems with Sinead O'Donovan, owner of SRC Health. Sinead shares her journey and the motivation behind starting SRC, which stands for support, recovery, and comfort. She highlights the lack of comfortable options for pregnant women experiencing pelvic girdle pain and how this inspired her to create a product that provides support and pain relief. The goal of SRC is to allow individuals to navigate pregnancy and pos...

Feb 13, 20241 hr 8 minEp. 12

This Founder is Bringing Female Fertility Testing into Every Home

In this episode, host interviews Amy Divaraniya, the CEO and founder of Oova, a company dedicated to empowering women to take control of their hormonal health and fertility. Amy shares her personal journey of experiencing infertility and how it inspired her to start Oova. She discusses the importance of providing women with personalized analytics and information about their bodies so they can be their own advocates. Amy also highlights the features and benefits of the Oova platform. Tune in to l...

Feb 06, 202455 minEp. 11

Talking Taboo: Why Daily Stimulating Blood Flow is Good for the Pelvic Floor

In this episode, host interviews Dee Hartmann, an international speaker, educator, and author who specializes in women's health and sexuality. Dee shares her journey into the world of pelvic pain and sexual health, discussing her extensive experience and various organizations she has been a part of. She also highlights the importance of open conversations about sexual health and pleasure, challenging the misconception that pleasure is a bad thing. Tune in to learn more about Dee's work and her b...

Jan 30, 20241 hr 12 minEp. 10

Managing Hormonal Imbalances: Navigating Birth Control Options | Hormone Replacement Therapy | Tips for Women in Perimenopause and Menopause

In this episode, the host interviews BreAnne Huss, a family nurse practitioner, midwife, and expert in gynecological care and hormone therapy. Breanne shares her journey in healthcare, from starting as a licensed practical nurse to becoming a women's health nurse practitioner and certified nurse midwife. She discusses the different areas she has specialized in, including labor and delivery and hormone replacement therapy. The conversation focuses on the topic of hormones and addresses common que...

Jan 22, 20241 hr 1 minEp. 9

Pelvic Health Products: Empowering Women to Take Control of Their Health | Learn about Intimate Rose's innovative products for pelvic health and how they can help women overcome pelvic health issues

In this episode, Amanda Olson, a physical therapist and owner of Intimate Rose, shares her journey into the world of pelvic health. She discusses how a personal injury led her to seek treatment and ultimately changed her career path. Amanda's passion for women's health and her own rehabilitation experience inspired her to specialize in pelvic health. Tune in to hear Amanda's story and her insights on postpartum recovery and sports. Brought to you by... https://lakecitypt.com/ - Women's health ph...

Jan 16, 20241 hr 7 minEp. 8

Fertility and Endometriosis: Understanding the Link and the Role of Surgery | Discover how endometriosis can impact fertility and the importance of proper diagnosis and treatment.

In this episode, Dr. Mona Orady shares her journey into the world of minimally invasive and robotic surgery, with a focus on helping women with pain and infertility. With over 20 years of experience and 10,000 procedures performed, Dr. Orady is dedicated to ensuring that women are heard and taken seriously. Join us as we dive into her lifelong journey and the importance of advocating for women's health. Timestamps with key takeaways: (00:01:19) Dr. Mona Orady has over 20 years of experience in m...

Dec 11, 20231 hrEp. 7

Prenatal Nutrition: Demystifying the Role of a Dietitian vs. Nutritionist in Prenatal Health

In this episode, we welcome Amanda Dotz, a registered dietitian nutritionist specializing in prenatal nutrition. Amanda shares her journey into this field and why she is passionate about it. She explains the difference between a dietitian and a nutritionist, highlighting the extensive schooling and accreditation required for dietitians. Amanda's goal is to educate and support moms in her community, and she discusses the various aspects of her work, including food service, clinical, and community...

Nov 27, 202356 minEp. 6

The Future of Breast Cancer Care: Understanding Hereditary Cancer and Genetic Testing

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Ames Smith, a renowned breast cancer surgeon specializing in hereditary and genetic work with breast cancer. Dr. Smith shares his journey and how he became interested in hereditary cancer. He discusses the importance of testing for mutations and the high risk it poses for developing certain cancers. Dr. Smith also talks about his work at the Hereditary Cancer Risk Clinic and how he advises and follows up with patients who have mutations. He emphasizes that h...

Nov 04, 202344 minEp. 5

Childbirth Education and Maternal Health: The Importance of Partner Involvement

In this episode, we are joined by Doree Handford, a passionate childbirth educator and doula. She shares how she fell in love with this work after reading a fictional book about midwifery. She decided to become a doula and eventually pursued midwifery. However, she discovered her love for teaching during a childbirth education course and decided to focus on that instead. Doree's childbirth education class, called Birthing From Within, is discussed, with a special focus on the pelvic health aspec...

Oct 27, 202353 minEp. 4

How Visual Input and Education Impact Breastfeeding Success

This episode we interview lactation consultant Alicia Burgett about all things breastfeeding, moms, and babies. Alicia shares her journey into lactation work and how her own challenging experience with breastfeeding led her to pursue training and helping other moms. She emphasizes the importance of proper support and dispelling bad advice from medical caregivers. With over 30 years of experience, Alicia's expertise shines as she discusses the differences between her first and secondborn's breast...

Oct 18, 20231 hr 7 minEp. 3

A Deep Dive Into Postpartum Recovery

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Dec 31, 202135 minEp. 1
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