Perimenopause and menopause can be hard enough without carrying on traditions that create stress and overwhelm. Today we are diving into some ideas for intentional living and reducing stress.
Questions I hear daily around perimenopause/menopause and hormone therapy (HT). Do you think I'm crazy? What side effects of HT should I be looking for? I'm confused by my HT regimen. Do I need vaginal estrogen and systemic estrogen? When do I take supplements and what supplements might I need? And a special appearance from my 5 year old.
You’re listening to Sky Women's Health Podcast, your evidence based resource for women's health and wellness. Exploring the holistic principles of osteopathy, integrating mind, body and spirit. Designed to empower you as your own healthcare advocate and help you live your best life. New name, new day, same mission. What does it mean to be a menopause expert? NCMP/MSCP The menopause care vacuum leads to dangerous dosing and lack of evidence based care. What are we to do when turned away or mistre...
Dr. Corinne Menn joins us today! She is a breast cancer survivor, BRCA carrier, Board Certified OB/GYN, and Menopause Society Menopause Certified practitioner, shares her personal story and provides valuable insights into crucial women's health topics. 🎙️ Episode Highlights: 🔍 Dr. Corrine Menn's inspiring journey as a breast cancer survivor and BRCA carrier. 🔍 BRCA testing and its importance. 🔍 Updates and panel testing for comprehensive health assessment. 🔍 The unique experiences of BRCA p...
Is there a connection between hot flashes and Alzheimer’s disease in women? Hot flashes and night sweats, oh my! Brain fog may be more concerning than we think. Listen and learn what recent research is saying about potential links and tools for reducing cognitive decline. . . . **This is not medical advice, just medical education. Please ask your doctor medical questions as they pertain to your specific situation. Educational purposes only. #SkyWomenHealth #AlzheimersAwareness #MenopauseHealth #...
Welcome Anastasia Khizenko, Founder of BabyRx. A science-backed wellness company that guides and nurtures parents and babies through all parenthood stages with its health and wellness essentials. www.babyrx.com 20% Discount Code: MOYERS . . . **This is not medical advice, just medical education. Please ask your doctor medical questions as they pertain to your specific situation. Educational purposes only. #SkyWomenHealthPodcast #WomenHealth #HealthPodcast #MenopauseAwareness #MenopauseSupport #M...
Bacterial vaginosis is one of the most common vaginal infections I see in the office. And no one wants to be bothered by their vagina. thin white or gray vaginal discharge pain, itching. or burning in the vagina a strong fish-like odor, especially after sex burning with urination itching around the outside of the vagina Did you know BV increases your risks of - pelvic inflammatory disease, sexually transmitted infections including HIV and even infertility and adverse pregnancy outcomes? Want to ...
Self Breast Awareness Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Breast Cancer Screening Lumpectomy vs Mastectomy Recovering After Breast Surgery Vaginal Estrogen after Breast Cancer Dr. Beth Anglin, Complete Breast Care, joined us in 2021 to discuss breast health and bringing it back because it's just as relevant today. For more information on risk assessment, imaging studies (what's the difference between screening mammogram and diagnostic mammogram), biopsy and more listen to episode 46 with Dr. Kent....
Dr. Kristi Tough DeSapri joins us to discuss all things related to bone health. Check her out on social @boneandbodywh Bone loss is rapid in the 5 to 10 years around the menopause transition because of loss of estrogen. Most fractures happen after a fall. Programs to improve muscle strength and balance are 🔑 In this episode. . . learn who should be tested criteria for diagnosis lifestyle and prevention and what treatment options are available. There are things you can start to...
Listen to learn what's unique about the vestibule of the vagina, why it may hurt and what treatment options are available. Jill Krapf, MD is an OBGYN specializing in female sexual pain disorders. Look out for her new medical practice in Tampa, FL where she will continue research. Dr. Krapf is the co-author of When Sex Hurts: Understanding and Healing Pelvic Pain. Previous episode with Jill Krapf, MD. Episode 48: The Vulva - Female Sexual Pain Disorders **This is not medical advice, just medical ...
Pelvic floor PT in midlife. Are kegels where it's at? Becky Allen, PT, DPT, Founder & CEO of Genesis PT & Wellness join us to share her passion for high quality, specialized pelvic floor therapy. Genesis PT & Wellness . . . **This is not medical advice, just medical education. Please ask your doctor medical questions as they pertain to your specific situation. Educational purposes only. Dr. Carolyn Moyers, DO is a board certified OBGYN and Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine physician, and...
Are you ready to sleep better? Listen today as we chat with Dr. Funke Akolabi-Brown, Board Certified Sleep Physician, as we discuss sleep in midlife. Hormone therapy can help with sleep, but what else might be contributing to lack of sleep. Listen in for practical tips you can put to use today. . . #Menopause #SleepDisorders #SleepMedicine #MidlifeHealth #WomenInHealth #HealthPodcast #SleepSolution #MidlifeChanges . . **This is not medical advice, just medical education. Please ask your doctor m...
Dr. Sameena Rahman, founder of The Center of Gynecology and Cosmetics in Chicago, a certified menopause provider, and an ISSWSH fellow joined us to discuss a recent article from The New York Times, How Menopause Affects Women of Color. It sheds light on the unique challenges faced by women of color during this phase of life. Symptoms can be more severe and persistent compared to their white counterparts. Here's what we'll cover: 1️⃣ Symptoms and Severity 2️⃣ Healthcare Disparities 3️⃣ Lack of Re...
Dr. Chrisandra Shufelt joins us today to discuss heart health around the menopause transition. Dr. Shufelt is a Professor and Chair of the Division of General Internal Medicine at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, and Associate Director of Women's Health Research Center at Mayo Clinic Enterprise. She is a women’s health internist with fellowship training in vascular biology and women's health and a certified menopause practitioner. She has several National and International leadership ...
In this episode: 1. The lack of adequate menopause training in obstetrics and gynecology residency programs. 2. What is perimenopause? 3. Hormones fluctuating 4. Wide range of symptoms, including hot flashes, mood disturbance and genitourinary issues. 5.Menstrual cycle disturbance including heavy menstrual bleeding is common. 6. Do you still need contraception? 7.When to transition to hormone therapy?
Benefits of hormone therapy (HT) generally outweigh risks for healthy women with bothersome menopause symptoms. So why does it seem that there is so much fear around how long we use it and when we stop? Hormone therapy does not need to be routinely discontinued in women aged older than 60 or 65 years. In the absence of contraindications, a woman and her doctor can determine her preferred HT formulation, dose and duration. . . . **This is not medical advice, just medical education. Please ask you...
Do I need to see the gynecologist? After my hysterectomy, I was told I didn't need to see one. Your vagina needs to see a gynecologist. Your vulva needs to see a gynecologist. In this episode we are talking about genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM). The lack of estrogen during menopause leads to hormonal and anatomical changes in the genitourinary tract. Reduced lubrication Painful intercourse Loss of libido and arousal Urinary urgency, stress or urge incontinence, recurrent urinary tract ...
What’s with a hysterectomy? Partial or total, what does it actually mean? Listen in to learn the different types of hysterectomies, why they may be chosen and what the risks and implications are. As a reminder, this is medical information, not medical advice.
Is testosterone right for me? Will I get acne? Grow hair in unwanted places? Or wake up with a deep voice? Learn proper dosing for the female body and more in this episode. . . . **This is not medical advice, just medical education. Please ask your doctor medical questions as they pertain to your specific situation. Educational purposes only.** . #SkyWomenHealthPodcast #WomenHealth #HealthPodcast #testosterone #WomenWellness #StayInformed #HealthIsWealth #Exercise #growth #hairgrowth #medication...
Hormone therapy (HT), also known as menopausal hormone therapy (MHT), is a treatment that involves supplementing the body with hormones (estrogen, progesterone, and/or testosterone) that it no longer produces in sufficient quantities during menopause. When initiating hormone therapy, it is important to be aware of potential symptoms that may arise during the adjustment phase. The good news is, they are most often temporary. In this episode we discuss. . . 1. Benefits of hormone therapy 2. Sympto...
On today's episode Dr. Moyers is joined by Dr. Anita Lwanga, an Exercise Physiologist, General Internist and Geriatrician who helps her patients improve their health by optimizing their diet, exercise, and medications. Do you ever use food to cope? Emotional eating . . . anyone? Just me. ;) You may identify with some of these habits that are impacting your health. Listen to learn Dr. Lwanga's top 3 tips for optimizing your health. Also, learn her thoughts on GLP-1 medications. Found out more abo...
Meet the hot and cold pack of your vagina's dreams. This award winning hot-and-cold pack can be slid into your underwear, and you enjoy instant pain relief wherever you are. Made for movement, comfort and ease. So many uses for this product & it's available in Target, CVS & Amazon! Listen in as Dr. Moyers interviews the founder & CEO of Private Packs, Suzanne Sinatra. Learn her own personal struggles and how she brought this product to market. You don't want to miss this episode! Fin...
In this episode, Dr. Moyers, interviews a woman at her wits end with a collection of symptoms, who saw multiple doctors, and did her own research on the Internet before finding the treatment she needed for menopause. Listen to how she went from frustrated to fabulous. Thriving in menopause is possible for you too! . . **This is not medical advice, just medical education. Please ask your doctor medical questions as they pertain to your specific situation. Educational purposes only.** . #SkyWomenH...
Dr. Moyers and Student Doctor Murphy Marx will be your guides as we explore the causes and management of secondary amenorrhea. 🩺 🔍 Secondary amenorrhea: What is it? Secondary amenorrhea is a condition where a woman who previously had regular menstrual cycles stops getting her period for three or more months consecutively, despite not being pregnant or going through menopause. In this episode, we'll uncover the common causes and shed light on what you can do if you're experiencing it. In this e...
Hormone therapy remains the most effective treatment for vasomotor symptoms and should be considered in menopausal women within 10 years of final menstrual periods. Yet, not everyone is a candidate for hormone therapy. Some have contraindications - estrogen-dependent cancer, heart attack, stroke or blood clots - or prefer not to use hormone therapy. It is important for you to be well informed about what non-hormone treatment options actually reduce vasomotor symptoms. Hot off the presses, the 20...
Is pelvic floor physical therapy (PT) for more than postpartum? Can pelvic floor PT help urinary incontinence, painful sex or pelvic organ prolapse? Join us today as we chat with Angela Fishman, licensed physical therapist and owner of My Pelvic Therapy, about who may benefit from pelvic therapy (hint: it’s everyone!). Angela is working to increase accessibility to pelvic floor therapy by offering sessions virtually so patients can rehabilitate their pelvic floors from the comfort of their own h...
You’ve spent the last nine months preparing to give birth: countless doctors appointments, ultrasounds, classes. But now you are home, feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and not quite sure what to do when your baby won’t latch and your nipples are bleeding. Now what? Dr. Lindsay Moore-Ostby, a breastfeeding medicine physician specialist and IBCLC (lactation consultant), joins us today to discuss the challenges of the postpartum period and how she is advocating for change in care during the fourth t...
Stressed about feeling stressed? Dr. Dana Gibbs, an ENT with special interest in hormone and thyroid balancing, joins us today to chat about how chronic stress can impact our hormone production and what you can do to help restore balance. Learn how a high level of the stress hormone cortisol can impair your health and how nutrition, sleep, exercise, and mindfulness can minimize the impact! Follow Dr. Dana Gibbs on Instagram: allergyaccessmd Find her website here: https://www.danagibbsmd.com/ . ....
Feel like your body isn’t home anymore? Unsure of how to shake the brain fog? Join us in a discussion with Dr. Priscilla Hidalgo, a psychiatrist with a special interest in women’s health, as we dive into the process of correctly diagnosing and treating women experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, and ADHD in the perimenopausal and postmenopausal periods. We discuss the importance of working to improve both the mental and pelvic wellbeing of our menopausal patients. . Find Dr. Hidalgo on s...
Tired of excusing yourself to the restroom after every sneeze or giggle? Listen in today as host Dr. Carolyn Moyers chats with Dr. Sarah Boyles, board-certified urogynecologist (FPMRS), about all things pelvic floor and urinary incontinence. From vaginal estrogen and pessaries to Botox and acupuncture, the treatment options are endless to help you regain the confidence - and dryness! - you deserve! You can see her work at: BLOG thewomensbladderdoctor.com SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram, Facebook and Pint...
