Menopause "Down There": Estrogen, Testosterone & Sexual Function with Dr. Kelly Casperson

Listen to this episode from Better! with Dr. Stephanie on Spotify. Dr. Kelly Casperson is a world-renowned urologist and host of the 'You Are Not Broken' podcast. In this episode, we dive deep into distinguishing between good and bad sex, faking orgasms, and finding (or refinding) your body confidence. Dr. Casperson sheds light on genital urinary shifts in perimenopause, urinary incontinence, and the impact of hormonal changes. This essential discussion aims to remove shame and promote pleasure for all women and the men who love them. Don't miss this chance to enhance your knowledge of female sexual health and body autonomy.Episode Overview:0:00 Intro/Teaser3:20 Unlocking the Secrets of Great Sex11:10 Redefining Pleasure17:28 Overcoming the Orgasm Gap27:35 Understanding Female Anatomy and Pleasure35:23 Navigating Female Anatomy and Hormones43:30 Hormones and Menopause50:02 Vaginal Care and Health Education55:30 Understanding Bladder Leakage and HSDD1:01:23 Challenging Uninformed Medication Use in Women1:08:57 Dispelling Myths About Hormone Therapy1:18:51 Optimal Testosterone Levels in Women1:27:47 Smart Information on Healthcare AdviceResources mentioned in this episode:You are Not Broken podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/you-are-not-broken/id1495710329Dr. Kelly’s book - https://kellycaspersonmd.com/you-are-not-broken-book/Women’s Health Initiative - https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/science/womens-health-initiative-whiVulvovaginal Atrophy - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2800285/The use of antidepressants is linked to bone loss: A systematic review and metanalysis - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9568413/Differences in Orgasm Frequency Among Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Heterosexual Men and Women in a U.S. National Sample - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28213723/Dr. Kelly’s website - https://kellycaspersonmd.comBio:Dr. Kelly Casperson is a renowned urologist dedicated to empowering women to lead fulfilling lives, especially around topics like sex, hormones, midlife, and communication. She hosts the popular podcast *You Are Not Broken*, which has garnered over 2 million downloads, and actively engages her 143k Instagram followers. In July 2023, her TEDx talk, "Why We Need Adult Sex Ed," gained over 230k views. Her forthcoming book, *You Are Not Broken: Stop ‘Should-ing’ All Over Your Sex Life*, will be published in September 2024 by Sheldon Press, and has received praise from leading experts. Kelly has been featured in *BuzzFeed*, *Oprah Daily*, *Goop*, and *Scary Mommy*.We are grateful to our sponsors:BON CHARGEI am doubling down on this year for my best skin ever. The Bon Charge Red Light Face Mask helps with glowing, younger, firmer-looking skin with minimal effort or time AND without really changing your usual day or night routine. Head over to https://boncharge.com/better and use the discount code BETTER at checkout to get 15% off your entire cart.TIMELINEFeeling tired and having no energy does not have to be your fate. Mitopure is a supplement and skin health line that helps improve energy at the level of the mitochondria so that you can continue to engage in the activities you love. Go to https://timelinenutrition.com/better and use code BETTER to get 10% off your order.BEAM MINERALSIt is almost impossible to get all of your minerals from food alone, as much as we would like it to be so. And because of that, many of us are experiencing chronic health issues like fatigue, muscle cramping, hair loss, anxiety, and imbalances with our adrenals, our hormones, and our blood sugar. If you want to try Beam Minerals, head over to https://beamminerals.com/better for 20% off of the entire store.NOW OPEN! EVEN BETTER! PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP: When you join Dr. Stephanie Estima's EVEN BETTER! Premium Membership, you'll join a community of women focused on actionable health goals, performance, and a well-lived life. You'll get early and ad-free access to the weekly Better! podcasts; action guides; "Ask Me Anything," solo, and bonus episodes; insights from the guest discussions coupled with recommendations you can use to build habits and routines; bonus content; and exclusive discounts. Subscribe at  https://estima.supercast.com/. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.