After she realized biological children would not be part of her story, she went on a personal journey to grieve the loss, manage triggers and rediscover who she was before she realized that being a mother wasn’t going to be part of her life and then reimagine her future. Gail Miller is a life coach and Maternal-Fetal Medicine physician whose career has been about helping women. She is the founder of Path Onward Life Coaching empowering women who are childless not by choice to feel worthy, live f...
Apr 12, 2023•29 min•Ep. 126
Dr. Moyers discusses how women have been mislead about menopause, as well as a whole generation of physicians. In this episode. . . OPRAH is talking about MENOPAUSE Health Initiative and how the alarmist findings have been debunked. What estrogen, progesterone and testosterone do for the body. Is hormone testing necessary? Timing of hormone therapy Myth busting And more . . . **This is not medical advice, just medical education. Please ask your doctor medical questions as they pertain to your sp...
Apr 08, 2023•29 min•Ep. 125
Most doctors, yes, even gynecologist, receive no training in medical school or residency programs on the clitoris. So, what do we do when it hurts, or can't achieve an orgasm? You see a gynecologist or urologist who is trained in sexual medicine. There is an easy in office procedure that improves pain, ability to achieve and orgasm and arousal. WIN WIN! Read the full article here Shout out to Dr. Rachel Rubin for this amazing research. . . . **This is not medical advice, just medical education. ...
Mar 29, 2023•11 min•Ep. 124
Something is off, I just don't feel myself. Maybe my hormones are imbalanced. Have you ever found yourself in this boat? Why is it that women get the run around when it comes to perimenopause diagnosis? Poor training, no clear criteria and no blood tests define perimenopause. In this episode, learn more so that you can advocate for yourself and get the treatment you need. **This is not medical advice, just medical education. Please ask your doctor medical questions as they pertain to your specif...
Mar 23, 2023•8 min•Ep. 123
March is colon cancer awareness month. Dr. V joins us to discuss colon cancer screening, fiber, constipation, the pelvic floor & more. Dr. Vivian Asamoah is Board-certified in Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition. She completed her fellowship at the Johns Hopkins University Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. Post fellowship, she earned her certification in Functional Medicine through The Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM.) She is CEO of Houston Gastro Institute, a private practice ...
Mar 15, 2023•22 min•Ep. 122
Did I get your attention? 90% of the time absolutely nothing has gone wrong with your labia. Don't believe me, check out the Vulva Gallery. Today's episode is all about labial fusion, labia resorption, and clitoral adhesions - conditions that can cause significant discomfort and pain. As a board-certified OBGYN, I'll be discussing the complications and treatment options for these conditions. Treatment for all of these conditions typically involves the use of topical estrogen cream or ointment, a...
Mar 08, 2023•21 min•Ep. 121
Any mother will tell you that if men had to go through the excruciating pain of childbirth, the human race would have become extint long ago. Women are so freaking strong. We want you to be supported and have proper pain control. It does not make you any less strong or bad ass. Many women say doctors have dismissed their pain, and several studies confirm that gender bias routinely leads to denials of pain relief. In this episode, Dr. Moyers and medical student, Madison Godsey, discuss types of p...
Mar 01, 2023•31 min•Ep. 120
Dr. Moyers was featured in the news this week commenting on vaginal health in response to Kim Kardashian's vagina gummies :) Yes, you read that right. Full article here. Vaginal health is an important topic. In this episode, Dr. Moyers addresses normal vulva and vagina anatomy, changes that happen to the vulva and vagina over the life of a women and specifically genitourinary symptoms of menopause and pelvic estrogen. #menopause #vaginalhealth #womenshealth #femininehealthcare #vaginaldryness #h...
Feb 22, 2023•25 min•Ep. 119
Is your motivation for 2023 health goals lacking already? This episode will inspire you with practical tips to help you stay on the path or get back on track. Dr. Ude, Board certified Family Medicine Physician based in Martinsburg WV, joins us today to discuss our wellness and how to crush our 2023 health goals. Dr. Ude is an entrepreneur, wife and mom. The co-owner of a Primary Care and Aesthetic Practice with the goal ensuring that her patients are not only feeling good but looking good as wel...
Feb 15, 2023•21 min•Ep. 118
Hormone therapy (HT) involves the use of hormones, either estrogen-only or a combination of estrogen and progesterone, to replace the hormones the body is no longer producing during menopause. The North American Menopause Society (NAMS) affirms hormone therapy is the most effective treatment for menopausal symptoms, such as hot flashes, night sweats, and vaginal dryness. In this episode: -when will symptoms occur -timing of HT -what increases your risk of cardiovascular risk in menopause -lifest...
Feb 09, 2023•21 min•Ep. 117
Have you been told that breastfeeding is difficult? Are you worried that you won't be able to do it? Don't let these thoughts hold you back. Learn how to breastfeed with confidence. Dr. Andrea Wadley, pediatrician and breastfeeding medicine expert, joins us to introduce her breastfeeding course. What you'll learn: Tools to overcome mental and physical blocks Tricks to keep your baby on the right track Keys to unlocking success Mastery of the basics . Learn more here: https://breastfeeding.127ped...
Feb 01, 2023•10 min•Ep. 116
What are the additional diagnostic tests for an abnormal pap? January is Cervical Health Awareness Month . More than 14,000 women in the United States are diagnosed with invasive cervical cancer each year, but the disease is preventable with vaccination, appropriate screening, and treatment. In this episode we discuss screening guidelines, colposcopy, LEEP and cold knife cone. Listen in to learn additional diagnostic steps. . . Link to episode 62: How to Keep Your Cervix Fit https://spotifyancho...
Jan 25, 2023•15 min•Ep. 115
Kelly Casperson joins us today!! Total fangirl here. Does she even need an introduction? She is a urologist, author and podcast host. Dr. Casperson’s book You Are Not Broken, Stop Should-ing All Over Your Sex Life, can lead to more fun and fulfillment in bed and beyond. Everybody needs this book. None of us received great sex education. Dr. Casperson breaks down why desire isn’t required for great sex, brakes & accelerators, what makes women physiologically unique, how the male body works an...
Jan 18, 2023•38 min•Ep. 114
Listen in as I and Dr. Mehra answer your burning questions about puberty, what to look for, and discuss what is normal versus not. Dr. Rinku Mehra is a board-certified pediatric endocrinologist in the DC Metro area, offering medical care for children 10-21. She specializes in treating menstrual and hormonal conditions in girls and young women. Topics we discuss: -Growth spurts -Breast development -Pubic hair -What's normal? -What signs do you need to look for early puberty? -When should we worry...
Jan 11, 2023•24 min•Ep. 113
Dr “O” as she is fondly called by her patients, is the Board Certified Physician Founder of Livingspring Family Medical Center. She is a life-enthusiast, a Christian, mom, and wife who enjoys good cuisine and can’t get enough of the colors teal and orange. Tolulope Olabintan, MD FAAFP AAHIVS is a Family Physician who envisioned a center where sincere care meets wholesome care. Dr Olabintan helps patients live long and well as she believes the quantity of life is just as important as the quality ...
Jan 04, 2023•17 min•Ep. 112
Join host, Dr. Carolyn Moyers, and Dr. Jill Krapf who is a board-certified Obstetrician Gynecologist specializing in female sexual pain disorders. She works at The Center for Vulvovaginal Disorders in Washington, D.C. She is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at The George Washington University. Dr. Krapf is active in research and has published chapters and peer-reviewed articles on vulvodynia and vulvar lichen sclerosus. She is Associate Editor for the...
Dec 28, 2022•34 min•Ep. 111
What skin care products are safe to use in pregnancy? What should my skin care regimen look like? Can I get a facial? What about microderm abrasion? And the dreaded postpartum hair loss? Joyful Dermatology creator, Dr. Alaleh Akhavan, is sharing her best skin care and aesthetic do's and don'ts during pregnancy and postpartum. https://www.instagram.com/joyfulderm . . **This is not medical advice, just medical education. Please ask your doctor medical questions as they pertain to your specific sit...
Dec 21, 2022•22 min•Ep. 110
Listen to one of yours and our favorite episodes of all time! Are you overwhelmed by all the skincare options? Does the world of aesthetics seem daunting? Are you curious where to invest your money when it comes to treatments? Join host, Dr. Carolyn Moyers, as she chats with Joyful Dermatology founder, Dr. Alaleh Akhavan. You are not behind in your skincare game. You are exactly where you are supposed to be. Now is the perfect time to listen in on this conversation with the talented Board Certif...
Dec 14, 2022•30 min•Ep. 109
You may think heart disease only affects men. This is not true. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States. Listen in today for tips to help you make good decisions about your heart health. Join host, Dr. Moyers and Kathy Supavong of 121MD for this educational chat. http://www.121md.net/ . . . Enjoyed this episode? Don’t forget to subscribe and share with friends! Watch episode here: https://youtu.be/k7kUJnfnSdo . . . **This is not medical advice, just medical e...
Dec 07, 2022•37 min•Ep. 108
This week we are talking about all things hysterectomy. Hysterectomies are the second most common surgery for women in the United States. Listen in as I answer your most common questions regarding a hysterectomy, indications for getting one, and what is it exactly. . . . Enjoyed this episode? Don’t forget to subscribe and share with friends! Watch episode here: https://youtu.be/LlHTjAwtbAk . . . **This is not medical advice, just medical education. Please ask your doctor medical questions as t...
Nov 30, 2022•27 min•Ep. 107
Join us this week as we discuss mindfulness and setting boundaries in the life of a women, especially as we are in the throws of holidays, with Dr. Anna Glezer, reproductive and integrative psychiatrist. Dr. Glezer trained at Harvard and UCSF, now in private practice in CA. Her clinic, Women's Wellness Psychiatry, provides mental health care to women across the reproductive lifespan, from premenstrual symptoms to pregnancy, postpartum, and perimenopause, using an integrative and holistic whole-p...
Nov 23, 2022•20 min•Ep. 106
Is it perimenopause or vitamin D deficiency? Without adequate levels of Vitamin D, women are at risk of a wide range of short and long-term health issues, including: Fatigue. Muscle weakness. Difficulty thinking clearly. Bone pain. Bone fractures and deformities. Depression. Sleep problems. Vitamin D3, often called the “sunshine Vitamin,” is a very important nutrient for women’s health. Need Vitamin D supplement. Here is our affiliate link: https://carolynmoyers.metagenics.com/ . . **This is not...
Nov 16, 2022•12 min•Ep. 105
Bye private-part pain & shame! The discreet and wearable hot-and-cold pack of your vulva’s dreams! Join host, Dr. Carolyn Moyers as she discusses a new product, Private Packs and enlightening Poem by the renowned clinical psychologist Dr. Shefali Tsabary. Private Packs Vulva Personal Pads is a modern solution that uses the ancient method of hot and cold therapy to ease and comfort vulvar pain, swelling, itchiness, and inflammation. . . . **This is not medical advice, just medical education. ...
Nov 09, 2022•7 min•Ep. 104
Exhausted? Irritable? Feeling pressure to do it all? Join host, Dr. Carolyn Moyers, and Dr. Sogol Pahlavan as they chat about the exhausted midlife and how to find calm, ease and joy. After struggling with burnout, Dr. Sogol embarked on a journey of mindful living and became certified as a mindfulness coach. She teaches women to take back full responsibility for their life by reclaiming their power and committing to reconnecting to their most authentic selves. Dr. Sogol is a board-certified pedi...
Nov 02, 2022•24 min•Ep. 103
What are common symptoms that are related to menopause related estrogen deficiency? What are the therapy options for vaginal dryness as we age? Join host, Dr. Carolyn Moyers, as she offers you bonus material after episode 100's roundtable discussing midlife symptoms & it’s affect on your vagina. Here is a quick guide for treatments of vaginal dryness. . . . **This is not medical advice, just medical education. Please ask your doctor medical questions as they pertain to your specific situatio...
Oct 26, 2022•13 min•Ep. 102
Today we have a special guest with us! You may have seen her in The NY Times this week, spotlighting the Clitoris. Listen in as host, Dr. Carolyn Moyers, and Dr. Rachel Rubin, a board-certified urologist and sexual medicine specialist, chat about how to improve your sexual health and quality of life. Key takeaways: Biology, psychology, socialization and interpersonal life, all play into our sexual experience Women tend to take responsibility for men's sexual dysfunction A small fraction of women...
Oct 19, 2022•27 min•Ep. 101
Welcome to Episode 100; we made it! Today is a special episode because not only is this the 100th episode, but it is also our very first round table! Join host, Dr. Carolyn Moyers, as she sits with a few past guests who are amazing experts in their fields and discusses the topics of: vaginal health in your 40s, perimenopausal symptoms, and how that impacts life. Heather Hirsch, MD from episode 45 is a fabulous Hormone Health Doc (menopause expert) who is NAMS certified. Lyndsey Harper, MD from e...
Oct 12, 2022•41 min
Patients in perimenopause and menopause can sometimes suffer from fatigue, hot flashes, moodiness, and insomnia. Do you know why, though? Listen in as Dr. Carolyn Moyers is joined with Board-Certified Master Health Coach Kathy Fritz as they discuss the causes of the above symptoms. Kathy helps perimenopausal and menopausal women get relief from their hormonal symptoms. She helps women make meaningful, sustainable changes that get them relief AND helps them maintain a new level of health. Kathy's...
Oct 05, 2022•15 min•Ep. 99
Have you heard of Trace? Set to launch in the spring of 2023, this is the first farm to vagina period care brand - helping to heal Earth with hemp and climate beneficial cotton. Trace was featured in Vogue Business, Sourcing Journal, and Woman’s Wear Daily with C4 which is their cotton consortium. They launched their WeFunder equity crowdfunding with over $260K committed in the first week; their goal is $550K and they would love anyone to invest! The minimum is $100 and it ends October 30. Join ...
Sep 28, 2022•32 min•Ep. 97
It is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month and what better way to address this than having a GYN oncologist join us today? Dr. Tiffany Redfern is a gynecologic oncologist with the Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders in Fort Worth, Texas. She's a Texas girl, mom of 2 and married to a pilot. In this episode we discuss: 1. Signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer 2. Is there any screening for ovarian cancer? 3. Lifetime risk of ovarian cancer 4. Why you shouldn't ignore postmenopausal bleeding 5. BRCA scre...
Sep 21, 2022•37 min•Ep. 97
