SHE+ #23: Lubricants 101

SHE+ #23: Lubricants 101

Author: SHE+ Foundation, Women's Sexual Health Non-profit March 28, 2022 Duration: 39:31
If you’re wondering whether you might need a lubricant, the answer is probably yes. There is a common misconception that personal lubricant is only for older women after menopause. While it’s a great option in that scenario, there are many benefits that lubricants offer for a variety of ages and genders. Today we are here with PBF Medical Advisory Board member’s Dr. Michael Krychman and Dr. Sheryl Kingsberg, as well as Pure Romance’s VP of Product Development, Erin Harris, to discuss all thin...

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.
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SHE+ #16: Dr. Alexis Dieter [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:01
The PBF’s annual grant cycle is at the heart of our mission to advance women’s sexual health by funding innovative treatment research for complex sexual health problems. Dr. Alexis Dieter, from the Society for Gynecologi…
SHE+ #15: Breast Cancer Survivorship [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:55
Featuring Dr. Michael Krychman, Chair of the PBF Medical Advisory Board In 2020, an estimated 276,480 new cases of invasive breast cancer were diagnosed in women in the U.S., as well as 48,530 new cases of non-invasive b…
SHE+ #14 Focus Area: Female Genital Mutilation [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:48
UNICEF estimates that more than 200 million girls and women alive today have undergone female genital mutilation (FGM.) According to a 2016 CDC report, an estimated 513,000 girls and women in the United States were eithe…
SHE+ #13 Focus Area: Physical and Sexual Abuse [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:39
Featuring Dr. Christine Vaccaro, a member of the PBF Medical Advisory Board. The World Health Organization estimates that about 1 in 3 women worldwide has experienced physical and/or sexual violence. This past year has b…
SHE+ #12 Vaginal Dryness 101 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:28
Vaginal dryness occurs in women of all ages for a variety of reasons. From medications to menopause to breast cancer- there are many reasons why women experience vaginal dryness and irritation. However, 90% of women will…
SHE+ #11 The‌ ‌Fourth‌ ‌Trimester‌ [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:42
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SHE+ #9 Everything About Vaginal Dilators [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:13
Today’s episode of Sex-Care Is Self-Care is Everything You Need to Know About Dilators. Dilators are recommended for many common sexual health conditions. But what are dilators? Who should use them? And most important, d…
SHE+ #8 Sex Toys for Every Situation [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:56
Over decades of experience in the ordering room, with women disclosing their most intimate sexual health concerns, has taught me one thing- there’s a sex toy for that! On today’s episode of Sex-Care Is Self-Care, we are…