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The TRUTH About Midlife Sex & Pelvic Floor Health - Heather Foord
Are you struggling with pelvic floor dysfunction, menopause symptoms, or low libido? This episode is for you!Working with women who are postpartum, post-menopausal, peri-menopausal, have pelvic floor weaknesses, dysfunction or incontinence issues, Heather Foord is dedicated to helping women overcome pelvic floor issues with safe, non-invasive and effective treatments.We know the toll incontinence, sexual dysfunction and abdominal separation can take on quality of life - and there are treatments that can help!In this conversation, Dr Shauna and Heather discuss what makes menopause a particularly crucial time for core and pelvic floor care, as well as the most common core and pelvic floor issues women face during perimenopause and menopause - and what can be done about it.If you or someone you know is struggling with bladder control, incontinence, prolapse - this episode is for you.Get your Ruk Vest Here: https://rebrand.ly/ruksak_spotifyand use the code SHAUNA15 for a 15% discount 00:00:00 - The Truth About Midlife Sex & Pelvic Floor Health (Teaser & Intro)00:00:45 - Meet Our Expert: Heather Ford00:01:24 - Why Sex Feels Different During Menopause (and What to Do About It)00:04:46 - The Link Between Orgasms & a Strong Pelvic Floor00:08:22 - What Every Woman Should Know About Their Pelvic Floor00:13:20 - Is Your Pelvic Floor Holding Trauma?00:15:34 - Proven Ways to Relax & Strengthen Your Pelvic Floor00:16:20 - How to Check Your Own Pelvic Health (Vaginal Self-Examination Guide)00:19:00 - C-Sections & Pelvic Floor Damage: What You Need to Know00:26:00 - Why Rocking Helps with Menopause & Pelvic Health00:28:06 - When to Seek Help for Pelvic Floor Issues (Don’t Ignore These Signs!)00:28:51 - Everyday Habits That Are Wrecking Your Pelvic Floor00:30:51 - Why Every Woman Needs a Toilet Stool for Pelvic Health00:32:01 - Daily Habits to Strengthen Your Pelvic Floor Naturally00:32:48 - The Best Pelvic Floor Exercises for Midlife Women00:33:17 - Are You Doing Kegels Wrong? (Fix This for Better Results!)00:37:08 - Why Pilates Is a Game-Changer for Pelvic Floor Strength00:39:17 - Can HRT Improve Pelvic Floor Health? (What Science Says)00:44:01 - The Science of Squirting: What’s Really Happening?00:45:45 - Everything You Need to Know About Urinary & Fecal Incontinence00:50:24 - The Core-Pelvic Floor Connection: What Every Woman Should Know00:51:01 - Safe Postpartum Exercise Tips for a Stronger Core00:52:41 - Can You Lift Weights with Pelvic Floor Issues? (Expert Advice)00:54:40 - Why Exercise Plans Should Be Personalized for Pelvic Floor Health00:55:40 - If I Could Tell My Younger Self One Thing… (Expert Wisdom)#PelvicFloorHealth #Menopause #MidlifeSex #Kegels #WomenHealth #SexAfter40 #HormonalHealthFor more resources from Heather:Visit the Core Restore Co. website and follow them on Instagram.https://corerestore.co/Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social:Podcast Website: www.allaboutyoupod.com.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts https://www.instagram.com/drshaunawattsgpLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shauna-watts-a903a5247Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.
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My Menopausal Journey - LIVE from She Thrives with Dr Shauna Watts
In this episode, you’ll hear from Dr Shauna about the many (often undiscussed) symptoms of menopause, her personal story and experience with BRAC1 and early menopause and debunking the many myths surrounding HRT.For more resources from Dr Shauna Watts:Follow You by Dr Shauna Watts clinic and the podcast on Instagram or visit her website.https://youbydrshaunawatts.com.au/Get your ticket to the RESET YOU Retreat.https://www.wetravel.com/trips/the-she-thrives-reset-a-wellness-weekend-for-women-ready-to-thrive-you-by-dr-shauna-watts-09963086Get your Ruk Vest Here: https://rebrand.ly/ruksak_spotifyand use the code SHAUNA15 for a 15% discount 00:00:00 - Dr Shauna Watts Personal Journey with Menopause00:02:23 - Menopausal Symptoms and Misunderstandings00:06:17 - Defining Menopause and Perimenopause00:09:32 - Menopause Symptoms00:11:04 - Diagnosing Perimenopause00:12:27 - Hormone Replacement Therapy00:15:17 - Benefits and Misconceptions of Hormone Replacement Therapy00:16:59 - Debunking HRT Myths00:20:37 - The Role of Confidence in Treatment00:22:20 - The Benefits of Weighted VestsFollow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social:Podcast Website: https://www.allaboutyoupod.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/allaboutyou_withdrshaunawattshttps://www.instagram.com/drshaunawattsgpLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shauna-watts-a903a5247Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.
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The Silent Struggles of Living with Endometriosis
March is Endometriosis Awareness month, and in today’s episode Dr Shauna is joined by Dr Naomi Whittaker - a board-certified OB-GYN and Endo-fertility surgeon based in the US.A dedicated educator, Dr Naomi Whittaker is passionate about raising awareness of Endometriosis and empowering women with knowledge about their reproductive health. With a commitment to treating the root causes of reproductive health issues, she integrates advanced medical techniques with a compassionate, patient-centered approach.In this episode, Dr Shauna and Dr Naomi Whittaker talk about the silent struggles of living with Endometriosis - how does it typically present? Why is it so tricky to diagnose? What are the common misconceptions?Endo is often cited in fertility struggles, and Dr Whittaker explains how it impacts fertility and what you can do to improve fertility outcomes.While you might not have Endometriosis yourself, around 1 in 7 women in Australia do. This episode covers how you can support a loved one with Endo, especially through the pain and symptoms that aren't always visible.For more resources:Follow Dr Naomi Whittaker on Instagram.Visit https://endometriosisaustralia.org/.Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social:Podcast Website: www.allaboutyoupod.com.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts https://www.instagram.com/drshaunawattsgpLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shauna-watts-a903a5247Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.
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The NEW Approach To Menopause with Dr Mary Claire Haver
In today’s episode, Dr Shauna is joined by menopause expert, OBGYN and best selling author Dr Mary Claire Haver. With over two decades of clinical experience, Dr. Haver has dedicated her career to empowering women with science-backed strategies to manage hormonal changes, improve overall health and reclaim their vitality.As a renowned women’s health advocate, her most recent book ‘The New Menopause’ is dedicated to filling a gaping hole in menopause care. It explains everything a woman needs to know to thrive during her hormonal transition and beyond, as well as providing the tools to help her take charge of her health at this pivotal life stage.In this conversation, Dr Shauna and Dr Mary Claire Haver cover what’s new in menopause, the most common frustrations women are facing and what needs to change in order to bridge the gap when it comes to menopause care.Head to RukSak and use the code SHAUNA15 for 15% off!For more resources from Dr Mary Claire Haver:Follow her on Instagram or visit her website.Purchase her book ‘The New Menopause’.In 2018 Dr Mary Claire Haver founded ‘The Galveston Diet’.In 2021 she established The Mary Claire Wellness Clinic to empower and educate women about their health.00:00:00 - Introduction00:00:50 - Guest Introduction00:01:51 - Debunking Menopause Myths00:02:39 - Discussing Menopause Symptoms00:04:37 - Menopause Education in Medical Community00:04:52 - Impact of WHI Study on Menopause Treatment00:08:03 - Menopause Treatment Today00:10:18 - Improving Menopause Care00:11:06 - Menopause Training for Clinicians00:13:04 - Menopause and Longevity00:14:23 - Future of Menopause Care00:16:23 - Understanding Basic Endocrinology and Menopause00:21:08 - The Impact of Menopause on Health00:22:37 - Critique of the Dutch Test00:24:02 - Diagnosing Perimenopause and Overlapping Conditions00:25:23 - Addressing Misdiagnoses and Believing Women's Experiences00:28:42 - Menopause Hormone Therapy vs Contraceptive Pill00:30:05 - Hormone Therapy and Contraception00:30:26 - Understanding Contraindications for Hormone Therapy00:30:33 - Perimenopause Treatment00:31:45 - Menopause Hormone Therapy vs Contraceptive Pill00:32:10 - Understanding Menopause Hormone Therapy Doses00:33:06 - Progesterone Use in Menopause Treatment00:33:46 - Fear of Prescribing Hormones00:35:29 - Impact of Misinterpretation of the Women's Health Initiative00:36:49 - Clarifying the WHI Misinterpretation00:37:04 - Understanding Absolute Risk and Relative Risk00:38:58 - Estrogen and Heart Disease00:39:38 - Impact of Estrogen on Endothelium00:39:45 - Repercussions of Misinformation on Women's Health00:40:30 - Weight Gain during Menopause00:42:32 - Understanding the Metabolic Syndrome of Menopause00:45:24 - Effects of Hormone Changes on Muscle and Bone00:46:02 - Importance of Resistance Training and Protein Intake00:46:32 - Understanding Visceral Fat and its Management00:49:32 - The Importance of Protein Intake00:51:04 - Culinary Medicine and Healthy Eating Habits00:53:27 - Understanding Supplements and their Benefits00:55:31 - Creatine and its Benefits00:57:57 - Importance of DEXA Scans00:59:15 - Benefits of Weighted Vest01:00:40 - Menopause and Alzheimer's Dementia01:02:51 - Depression and Anxiety in Menopause01:07:53 - Misconceptions about Menopause01:08:58 - Testosterone in Menopause Treatment01:12:34 - Vaginal Estrogen in Menopause TreatmentFollow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social:Podcast Website: www.allaboutyoupod.com.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts https://www.instagram.com/drshaunawattsgpLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shauna-watts-a903a5247Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.
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What Really Happens To Your Skin During Hormone Therapy?
Discover the impact of hormone therapy on your skin in this informative video about Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). Learn how hormone therapy can affect your skin and what you can do to take care of it.For more resources from Dr Ginni Mansberg:Visit her website, Instagram or check out ESK Skincare.For 10% off all purchases at ESK, use the discount code ‘DRSHAUNAWATTS’ at checkout.Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social:Podcast Website: www.allaboutyoupod.com.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts https://www.instagram.com/drshaunawattsgpLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shauna-watts-a903a5247Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.
Join Dr Shauna Watts as she shares conversations with experts in women's health, menopause, mental health, fertility, nutrition, ageing, weight loss, wellbeing and so much more. Shauna covers a variety of topics, from the mainstream to the taboo, to educate, de-stigmatise, inspire & empower you.
Dr Shauna Watts is a passionate family doctor, mum of 4, educator and business owner. Her obsession with understanding all things health and wellness has led to the creation of this podcast, All About You.
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