You Are Not Broken

In a groundbreaking discussion, Dr. Marty McCary, an FDA commissioner, and Dr. Rachel Rubin, a menopause and HRT expert, delve into the pivotal removal of boxed warnings on hormone replacement therapy (HRT). They unveil the positive implications for women's health, debunk myths that have caused unnecessary fear, and stress the long-term benefits of HRT, including reducing heart disease and osteoporosis risks. The conversation highlights the need for better clinician education and informed consent, empowering women to make knowledgeable health choices.

In a vibrant discussion, Dr. Rachel Boyle, a marriage and family therapist and certified sex therapist, dives into women's sexual health, focusing on perimenopause and menopause. She shares how hormonal changes affect desire and the importance of communication in relationships. Dr. Boyle discusses the transformative power of EMDR for trauma and debunks myths about women's sexual interest. The conversation emphasizes the need for qualified therapists, as well as the significance of creating safe spaces for women to explore their desires.

Dr. Sara Reardon, a board-certified pelvic floor physical therapist and author known as The Vagina Whisperer, dives into the crucial topic of pelvic floor health for women at every stage of life. She highlights common misconceptions about pelvic health, the importance of early intervention, and the need for normalizing conversations around women's anatomy. Sara advocates for proactive care, discusses effective treatments for sexual pain, and shares practical pelvic health tips to empower women. Her insights pave the way for better awareness and access to pelvic floor therapy.

What do you get when a top New York news anchor, a journalist, and a perimenopausal powerhouse writes a book? You get How to Menopause — a no-BS guide to midlife, straight from someone who lived it, confused, anxious, and totally unsupported. In this episode, I sit down with my friend and author Tamsen Fadal to talk about what it was like to unknowingly navigate perimenopause during a high-profile career, the moment she literally hit the bathroom floor, and why she turned her personal chaos into a mission to educate others. We talk hormones, misdiagnoses, pelvic floor surprises, brain fog on live TV, and why body composition matters now. Oh, and yes — she verbed “menopause.” This one’s raw, real, funny, and totally relatable. Whether you’re in the middle of it or still wondering what the hell is going on, this episode (and her book) is for you. 🎙️ Listen now and learn how to menopause — your way. https://www.instagram.com/tamsenfadal HOW TO MENOPAUSE BOOK To my fellow clinicians: listen to this podcast on ⁠Pinnacle for FREE to earn CME credit⁠ Listen to my Tedx Talk: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Why we need adult sex ed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Take my Adult Sex Ed Master Class:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Interested in my sexual health and hormone clinic? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Waitlist is open⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thanks to our sponsor ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Midi Women's Health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Designed by midlife experts, delivered by experienced clinicians, covered by insurance.Midi is the first virtual care clinic made exclusively for women 40+. Evidence-based treatments. Personalized midlife care.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.joinmidi.com To learn more about Via vaginal moisturizer from Solv Wellness, visit via4her.com and get 20% off your first order. For an additional $5 off, use coupon code DRKELLY5. Providers can request patient materials or samples at hcp.solvwellness.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr. Juliana Hauser, a sex therapist and author, dives into holistic sexuality and the importance of unlearning societal norms. She emphasizes that sexuality is a necessity and discusses how self-discovery and communication can enhance sexual experiences. Juliana critiques the limitations of Viagra and highlights gender biases in sexual health treatments. They explore body acceptance and the transformative power of arousal, urging listeners to reclaim pleasure and authenticity in their sexual lives.

In this engaging conversation, Susan Bratton, a renowned sex and intimacy expert, shares insights on yoni massage and its power to reconnect women with their bodies. She discusses the science behind orgasmic activation and why understanding female anatomy enhances sexual experiences. Susan also highlights the importance of blood flow in managing erectile dysfunction and stresses that communication is key for intimate connections. With practical tips for exploring pleasure, she empowers listeners to embrace their sexual journeys without shame.

In this episode of the You Are Not Broken podcast, Dr. Heather Hirsch joins Dr. Kelly Casperson to discuss the complexities of perimenopause and menopause. They explore the importance of understanding hormonal health, the misconceptions surrounding these transitions, and the need for better education and treatment options for women. The conversation emphasizes the significance of quality of life and the role of hormone therapy in managing symptoms. They also address the challenges in the medical community regarding women's health and the necessity for a shift in how these topics are approached. Dr. Hirsh's Book Want more honest, empowering conversations like this one?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Order my New Book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ share this episode, and leave a review to help others find this important work. Let's stop leaving women out of the conversation—especially when it comes to sex, health, and healing. Listen to my Tedx Talk: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Why we need adult sex ed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Take my Adult Sex Ed Master Class:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Interested in my sexual health and hormone clinic? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Waitlist is open⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thanks to our sponsor ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Midi Women's Health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Designed by midlife experts, delivered by experienced clinicians, covered by insurance.Midi is the first virtual care clinic made exclusively for women 40+. Evidence-based treatments. Personalized midlife care.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.joinmidi.com⁠⁠⁠ To learn more about Via vaginal moisturizer from Solv Wellness, visit via4her.com and get 20% off your first order. For an additional $5 off, use coupon code DRKELLY5. Providers can request patient materials or samples at hcp.solvwellness.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Another live author Q&A for my newly released 2nd book "The Menopause Moment" - get your copy today! In this episode we talk a lot about mindset and how important it is in midlife - and then I take a bunch of questions about hormones and more! Get your copy now!⁠ Thanks to our sponsor ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Midi Women's Health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Designed by midlife experts, delivered by experienced clinicians, covered by insurance.Midi is the first virtual care clinic made exclusively for women 40+. Evidence-based treatments. Personalized midlife care.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.joinmidi.com⁠⁠ To learn more about GennaMD by Solv Wellness, visit ⁠⁠gennaMD.com ⁠⁠for 20% off your first order. For an additional $5 off, use coupon code DRKELLY5. Providers can request patient education materials or samples at ⁠⁠gennaMDHCP.com⁠⁠.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The book is out! This was one of two author Q&A's I did with the amazing humans who pre-ordered the book. But there is something in here for everyone. Enjoy the show! Thanks to our sponsor Midi Women's Health. Designed by midlife experts, delivered by experienced clinicians, covered by insurance. Midi is the first virtual care clinic made exclusively for women 40+. Evidence-based treatments. Personalized midlife care. https://www.joinmidi.com To learn more about GennaMD by Solv Wellness, visit for 20% off your first order. For an additional $5 off, use coupon code DRKELLY5. Providers can request patient education materials or samples at gennaMDHCP.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The podcast challenges the myths surrounding menopause, revealing how outdated science has misled women about aging. It emphasizes empowering women with knowledge about their bodies and hormones to embrace midlife confidently. A personal journey from self-doubt to public speaking highlights mentorship's importance. The discussion also dives into the critical relationship between hormones and sexuality, advocating for comprehensive education and supportive social connections. Ultimately, it's about nurturing health and well-being during this transformative phase.