Everything You've Ever Wondered About Women's Sexual Health: Frequency, Evolution, Societal Pressures and Midlife Drive
Today's podcast, I'm getting into the often overlooked and misunderstood topic of midlife sexuality, particularly focusing on our libido and sexual function. I explore the hormonal changes that impact sex drive during menopause and perimenopause, providing advice for enhancing intimacy and connection. I'll also address common sexual challenges like decreased libido and vaginal dryness, and discuss potential solutions such as hormone replacement therapy, supplements, and medications.
In this episode we discuss:
- How understanding natural rhythms can transform midlife sexual wellbeing.
- Why open communication and education are crucial for healthier relationships and satisfying sex life.
- How hormonal fluctuations impact female sex drive, particularly estrogen and testosterone levels.
- Why clitoral stimulation is essential for orgasm, debunking myths around vaginal penetration.
- How societal norms and media, including pornography, distort perceptions of sexual desire and function.
- Actionable advice to enhance intimacy and connection in midlife.
- Why personal anecdotes are valuable for understanding sexual patterns and improving your relationships.
- How hormonal changes during the menstrual cycle influence libido and social behaviors.
- What potential solutions, like hormone replacement therapy and supplements, can boost sexual function.
- Why understanding the cyclical nature of women's libido can foster better partner communication.
- How to address common midlife sexual challenges like decreased libido and vaginal dryness.
- What societal pressures and unrealistic expectations from media affect sexual satisfaction.
- How supplements can support hormonal balance in perimenopausal and menopausal women.
- How normalizing conversations about sexual desires and experiences strengthens relationships.
- Why a fulfilling sex life is possible and important in midlife relationships.
- Common misconceptions about female pleasure that need to be addressed.
- How stress, poor sleep, and body changes during menopause affect sexual desire.
- Why therapy and self-care practices are important for emotional wellbeing and sexual health.
- How understanding and embracing midlife sexuality can lead to a more satisfying sex life.
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Find Karen Martel on Apply Podcast
Karen Martel is a Certified Hormone Specialist and Transformational Nutrition Coach dedicated to empowering women through their health journeys.
As the host of the popular podcast The Hormone Solution, Karen tackles the complexities of hormonal health, weight loss resistance, and the challenges that come with perimenopause and menopause.
Her mission is to disrupt outdated narratives surrounding women's health, providing reliable information and practical solutions that help women reclaim their vitality. With personal experience overcoming her own health struggles, Karen offers insights into hormone optimization and sustainable weight management strategies.
Join her as she engages in enlightening conversations with experts and shares actionable advice, all aimed at helping women navigate their unique hormonal landscapes with confidence and clarity. Tune in to discover how to embrace life's stages while enhancing overall well-being.
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