Apparently, I’m a bit of a hypochondriac, because I’ve coerced my doctors to check out my working parts several times in the last few months. In August I lifted a heavy suitcase and since then have had weird twinges in my stomach. That led me to go to the ER where they gave me an abdominal ultrasound. When I was a kid, I was convinced I didn’t have blood and guts like … [Read more...]
Cheryl Hines – Painfully Awkward Conversations -Vulvar & Vaginal Atrophy
I interviewed Cheryl Hines, who is an Emmy nominated actress best known for her comedic starring roles in Curb Your Enthusiasm and Suburgatory. Cheryl is currently the spokeswoman for a new campaign for AMAG Pharmaceuticals called “Painfully Awkward Conversations." It’s for post-menopausal women who may be experiencing VVA – Vulvar and Vaginal Atrophy. I was a huge fan of … [Read more...]
How to Find Relief for Menopausal Symptoms Naturally
Women in their 40’s, 50’s, and 60’s go through various stages of menopausal symptoms and their supplemental needs change with each transition. For those looking for a natural solution, there is a line of products called Femarelle® that addresses each stage. It’s made with a proprietary tofu extract (without soy isoflavones) I was given samples to try and review. The … [Read more...]
3 Vaginal Health Tips From a Doctor Who Specializes in Women Over 40
On the 2 Boomer Broad's podcast recently, we interviewed Dr. Tara Allmen, MD who is the author of Menopause Confidential. She's a New York City gynecologist who specializes in vaginal health for women over 40. You can listen to the podcast here. She gave us some enlightening tips for women who are going through perimenopause all the way through menopause. (which she says, … [Read more...]
Sex After Menopause Webcast on Video
A while back I posted an announcement that I was going to appear on a webcast hosted by Vibrant Nation called Sex After Menopause. Vibrant Nation is the leading online community for women 45 and over. The live webcast was held on March 31, 2015, to great success. Please watch the video below. Dr. Barb DePree M.D., a health expert, and blogger for Vibrant Nation led our … [Read more...]