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Sexual Abuse and Rape: Get the Facts – Episode 119

This episode takes a look at sexual abuse, rape, and incest in America, courtesy of the information from RAINN (Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network).

Please listen in for important information about the sexual well-being of women in the U.S.

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Why Hire a Birth Doula? – Episode 109

This episode explains in detail the reasons why hiring a birth doula is such a great decision! Not only do doulas offer emotional and physical support to mothers, but they also increase birth outcomes in terms of intervention use and the mother’s overall opinions about the birth.

Doulas can offer support to mothers regardless of the birth plan… Natural birth mothers and c-section mothers can all utilize the help of professional birth partners–doulas!

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Goodbye Tampons, Hello Menstrual Cups! – Episode 92

This episode reviews an article from racked.com entitled Goodbye Tampons: Why Menstrual Cups May Be the Future of Period Care, written by Heather Schwedel.

I’ve mentioned before, in Episode 18 – Menstrual Cups Are For You and For Me! that I have used a menstrual cups for years and I love it! There are so many benefits to using one, things that you might not even expect! Join me for this episode as we look at this article and talk more about why menstrual cups are becoming increasingly popular.

One reason that I love, is that that requires you to have a greater contact and understanding of your body during that time of the month, just like when you’re having period sex!

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Let’s Not Be Squeamish About Our Vaginal Goo, Ya’ll – Episode 70

This episode focuses mostly on the subject of these two articles:

A Brief Chat With a Woman Who Made Yogurt From Her Vaginal Secretions – a Jezebel article by Mark Shrayber

How to Make Breakfast With Your Vagina – a Motherboard article by Janet Jay

As you can now probably guess, this episode is a discussion about a woman who made yogurt with her vaginal juices and reported on its flavor… A fact that I find inspiring and fantastic! In addition, I delve deeper into the world (ours) where people get so freaked out over anything that comes out of a woman’s ho-ha (except babies).

Why is it okay for semen cookbooks to exit while the idea of eating vaginal yogurt seems gross?

Why does eating vaginal yogurt feel so taboo?

How can we cure our communities of the “Eww, gross!” response to all things that emerge from our fantastic private parts?

This episode will be a great second or third course to these other episodes about the fabulous ecosystem of the vagina: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Vaginas and CervixesEverything You Ever Wanted to Know About Vaginas and Vulvas, and Menstrual Cups Are For You and For Me!

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The Pros and Cons of Having Sick Sex – Episode 68

This episode is a brief one that might just apply to you during this time of year.

Having sex when you’re sick… Should you or shouldn’t you? It’s up to you really, but here are some thoughts about the pros and cons of having sex when you’re sick:

  • You might spread it
  • Your healthy partner might not want to hear snot gurgling around in your head while you guys do it!
  • You might feel gross or alternately hot/cold
  • It could be a nice way to say “thank you” to the person who has been nursing you back to health (if this person is your partner)
  • It might give you a chance to be close with them again since usually sick people get avoided even when they live with their lover
  • It could some much-needed exercise!

If you decide that having sex while you’re sick is for right you… Check out this episode for some tips to get yourself in the mood and feeling less monstrous!

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Breast Lumps and Beyond! – Episode 48

This episode tells a personal story about finding a lump in my breast and the procedure and decisions that followed. Not only do I speak about this experience, but I share some interesting facts about breast lumps and the possible things that could be going on inside your boobs. I’m not a medical doctor, of course, but after hearing and reading the thoughts of doctors, I’ve been able to compile some important information here about your breast health and the possibilities.

Whether it’s a cyst, a fibroadenoma, or traumatic fat necrosis (it is much more likely to be one of these instead of cancer), it’s important to know the warning signs, potential causes, and what options you have. Bottom line: do what feels the best for you… Research it, get checked up, and decide which procedures are the best for you!

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Recharge Your Life With Sex! – Episode 45

This episode highlights what most of us know but few of us remember on a day-to-day basis… The healing and recharging power of satisfying sex. Sex is, of course, a physical release, but it is so much more than that. Join me in today’s episode as I talk about the layered benefits of sex in your life:

  • Physical benefits: Beyond the sexual release, your body looses tension, sleep is more satisfying, and more!
  • Emotional benefits: Your personal outlook on your life is clearer, you are less fraught with anxiety or stresses, and more!
  • Social/Relationship benefits: Your relationship gets the TLC is deserves, you spend some focused one-on-one time together, and more!
  • Spiritual benefits: You can see (and feel) the grand, animal pattern that we are all subject to, you can acknowledge that we are all part of a shared experience, and more!

This episode reminds you that even when you feel “too tired” or “not in the mood” for sex, perhaps sex is just what you really need!

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Holidays, Hibernation, and Rest – Episode 30

This episode a brief reminder to be sure to take the time and let yourself rest and take a break this holiday season. Women usually run the holidays in their households and sometimes resting and relaxing can bring up feelings of guilt. It shouldn’t! Winter is a time for hibernating and digging into the stores. Spring is the time for action and winter is the time for reflection. Naked time with yourself is a great way to slow down and give yourself some quality time, but no matter which way you choose to take a break, your immune system, body, and emotional state will thank you!

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The Value of STD Testing – Episode 21

I am a big supportive of STD/STI testing!

Regardless of your relationship statues or sexual practices, it is most definitely a great idea to be tested for HIV and other STDs. I always get tested with my partner each time I begin a new relationship… You should be able to ask for what you want and your partner should always be willing to undergo this with you!

There are many benefits to being tested (which is cheap or even free!), including knowing for sure about your overall sexual health, getting a better idea about the mutual respect existing in your current relationship, and helping you choose your life partner.

Check out today’s episode for all about STD testing: what the experience is like and more reasons why STD testing is right for you and everyone!

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Menstrual Cups Are For You and For Me! – Episode 18

Menstrual cups are some of the greatest things ever, like, EVER!

I found menstrual cups for dealing with my period many years ago and I haven’t looked back to tampons or pads since! Menstrual cups, like the Diva Cup, are far more affordable than tampons or pads (costing around$50 for 5-10 years of use), easy to use and clean, fun and scientific (since you must get a little bit down and dirty to use them), and have no associated trash (like wrappings, applicators, and the tampons and pads themselves).

If you’re interested in taking charge of your period and your body in a hands-on, awesome way (trust me, you are!), a menstrual cup is right for you! Check out this episode for the dirty details about sticking a rubbery cup up your vagina!

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