Sex Care is Self Care

Sex Care is Self Care

Author: SHE+ Foundation, Women's Sexual Health Non-profit Language: English Episodes: 58
Tuning into Sex Care is Self Care feels like joining a thoughtful, necessary conversation that’s been missing from your feed. Created by the SHE+ Foundation, a women’s sexual health non-profit, this space moves beyond simplistic advice to explore the nuanced connections between sexual well-being and overall health. Host Patty Brisben, drawing on her decades of experience as the founder of Pure Romance, guides these discussions with a grounded, compassionate approach. Each episode brings voices from the SHE+ Medical Advisory Board and other leading experts in sexual wellness directly to you, breaking down complex topics into relatable, actionable insights. The dialogue is always framed through a sex-positive lens, prioritizing factual, up-to-date information without judgment. You’ll hear honest explorations of physical health, emotional intimacy, and the practical aspects of self-care that are often left unspoken. This podcast operates on the fundamental belief that understanding and nurturing your sexual health is a vital, empowering component of caring for yourself. It’s designed for anyone ready to move past stigma and confusion toward a more informed and confident personal journey. The conversations here provide both the knowledge and the supportive context needed to truly take charge of this integral part of life.
Episodes
Growing Trend: Cosmetic Gynecology of the Vulva SHE+ #37 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:18
Cosmetic Gynecology is quickly becoming one of the fastest growing subspecialties of elective surgery for women. Making physical alterations may help improve the physical appearance of the vulva, but are they safe? Today…
SHE+ #36 Sex on the Big Screen [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:15
We see sex depicted every day in tv and movies. Steamy shows can be a guilty pleasure often because we find these characters and their lives relatable. Today, our Medical Advisory Board members Dr. Cheryl Iglesia, Dr. Ch…
SHE+ #35 Advocating for Affordable Treatment [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:24
Today, Dr. Cheryl Iglesia and Dr. Peggy Ye will help us understand why so many women go without the care they need and what we can do to advocate for more affordable care. For a woman experiencing severe or chronic pain,…
SHE+ #33: Pelvic Pain [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:36
More Resources for Pelvic Pain Vulvar pain: 1) https://www.issvd.org/resources/vulvo... 2) nva.org Bladder pain: 1) https://www.voicesforpfd.org/assets/2... 2) https://www.voicesforpfd.org/resource... (scroll down to "In…
SHE+ #32: After The Affair - Regaining Trust [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:38
Infidelity is one of life's most hurtful and difficult experiences to survive, leaving deep emotional wounds in its wake. The resulting suspicion and insecurity can lead couples into a downward spiral that could prove ha…
SHE+ #31: Endometriosis [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:55
Special guest Dr. Vadim Morozov, Obstetrician-Gynecologist, joins Patty Brisben and the Medical Advisory Board to discuss Endometriosis. Learn more and donate: https://pattybrisbenfoundation.org/
SHE+ #30: Orgasmic Difficulty [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:34
10 percent of women have never had an orgasm. For many women, even those who have had orgasms, it’s not always easy. And only about a third of women experience orgasm regularly during intercourse. Female sexuality is mor…
SHE+ #29: Vulvodynia [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:34
Chronic vaginal pain with no identifiable cause impacts an estimated six million women. Known as vulvodynia, this condition often goes undiagnosed despite the level of pain that not only makes intimacy difficult but make…
SHE+ #28: Vaginitis & Yeast Infections [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:29
Vaginitis describes various disorders that cause inflammation or infection of the vagina. These can be caused by organisms like yeast or bacteria, or by irritations from chemicals in creams or sprays. Today, we are going…