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Dr. Betsy Greenleaf is a trailblazing leader in women's health, bringing pelvic peace, hormone harmony, sexy sizzle, and crazy confidence to busy women. With over 20 years of experience in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery, she's a best-selling author, award-winning speaker, entrepreneur, and inventor.As the first female in the United States to become board-certified in Urogynecology, Dr. Greenleaf has dedicated herself to empowering women through education. She founded Femversity.com, a platform dedicated to holistically healing women and providing practitioners a place to thrive.Dr. Betsy's passion for women's health led her to become the CEO of The Pelvic Floor Store, where she helps women find reliable products for their pelvic health. She's also the host of “Some of Your Parts” Podcast and the internet show “BODY MIND SPIRIT,” & “The Health Explained Show” which focus on total wellness.As the best-selling co-author of “You Were Made To Be Unstoppable,” Dr. Betsy inspires women to embrace their power and overcome obstacles. She's also the mastermind behind The Happy Vagina Rally, an empowering women's summit dedicated to hormones, pelvic health, and wellness.Dr. Betsy is also the Chief Business Officer of HousecallVR, a virtual reality company combating health illiteracy for a healthier tomorrow. With her vast experience and dedication to women's health, Dr. Betsy is changing lives and inspiring women to embrace their greatness.Dr. Greenleaf takes a holistic body-mind-spirit approach to healing and wellness. She believes many of the answers to a healthy life are found within. She views her role in life as your wellness guide.Code: ageless10pelvicfloorstore.com
Menopause is often painted as the end of something, but it's really a new chapter—a time to rediscover your strength and embrace what's next. Today, we're diving into the real, unfiltered stories and tools that can make this transition not just manageable but empowering. I'm sharing my own journey through early menopause at 39 and the powerful lessons I've learned from healers around the world. And with two incredible women joining me, we're breaking down the stigma and showing you what's possible when we take control of our health and our narrative. Dr. Betsy Greenleaf, a Best-Selling Author and a trailblazer leader in women's health, opens up about the changes no one talks about, like prolapse, and how we can take charge of our pelvic health. Tamsen Fadal, Journalist and Menopause Advocate, brings insights from her PBS documentary The M Factor—a powerful project giving women and doctors the tools to tackle menopause head-on. Together, we're getting real about the challenges and offering practical ways to find balance, feel supported, and thrive during this stage of life. By the way, if hormonal changes have you noticing hair loss, I've been there too. That's why I created Beauty Locks, a natural formula to support hair growth and quality for all hair types. Check it out at dranna.com/beautylocks and give it a try. You deserve to feel amazing! Key Timestamps: [00:01:02] Your diagnosis is not your destiny. [00:03:52] Early menopause and fertility journey. [00:09:20] Men's support during menopause. [00:11:36] Hormonal symptoms and partnerships. [00:15:13] Menopause symptoms and healing. [00:19:12] Menopause kit giveaways. [00:22:34] Reverse aging of the vagina. [00:27:23] Hormones and menopause connection. [00:30:04] Atypical PCOS and epigenetics. [00:35:31] Menopause documentary premiere. [00:37:27] Community engagement and education. [00:40:16] Integrative approach to hormone therapy. [00:46:15] Prolapse awareness in women. [00:47:10] Pelvic floor health and repair. [00:50:45] Women in urogynecology. [00:54:05] Bioidentical hormones vs. synthetic hormones. [00:58:31] Menopause empowerment and support. Memorable Quotes: "When we see women come together watching this, it wasn't so much about the documentary, but it was about the community that it's forming." [00:40:53] – Tamsen Fadal "Even though it says only one day for world menopause day, every day is menopause day. And it's a day to make your lives better because menopause does not have to be our grandmother's menopause. This is our time to kick some butt. It's actually your best lives; it's your best years ahead of you." [00:58:35] – Dr. Betsy Greenleaf Links Mentioned: Beauty Locks: https://dranna.com/beautylocks Blog: https://drannacabeca.com/pages/blog Keto-Green 16 Challenge: https://drannacabeca.com/pages/offers-keto-green-16-challenge Carpathia Health: https://carpathiahealth.com/ Book an Appointment with me: https://dranna.com/about Breeze Through Menopause: https://dranna.com/breeze The M Factor Film: https://themfactorfilm.com/ Connect with Tamsen Fadal: Website: https://www.tamsenfadal.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tamsenfadal/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tamsenfadal/ X/Twitter: https://x.com/TamsenFadal TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tamsenfadal Connect with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf: Website (Use code DRANNA for 10% off): https://pelvicfloorstore.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbetsygreenleaf_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dr.betsy.greenleaf/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drbetsygreenleaf Connect with Dr. Anna Cabeca: Website: https://drannacabeca.com/pages/show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegirlfrienddoctor/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thegirlfrienddoctor TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drannacabeca Produced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com
Menopause is often painted as the end of something, but it's really a new chapter—a time to rediscover your strength and embrace what's next. Today, we're diving into the real, unfiltered stories and tools that can make this transition not just manageable but empowering. I'm sharing my own journey through early menopause at 39 and the powerful lessons I've learned from healers around the world. And with two incredible women joining me, we're breaking down the stigma and showing you what's possible when we take control of our health and our narrative. Dr. Betsy Greenleaf, a Best-Selling Author and a trailblazer leader in women's health, opens up about the changes no one talks about, like prolapse, and how we can take charge of our pelvic health. Tamsen Fadal, Journalist and Menopause Advocate, brings insights from her PBS documentary The M Factor—a powerful project giving women and doctors the tools to tackle menopause head-on. Together, we're getting real about the challenges and offering practical ways to find balance, feel supported, and thrive during this stage of life. By the way, if hormonal changes have you noticing hair loss, I've been there too. That's why I created Beauty Locks, a natural formula to support hair growth and quality for all hair types. Check it out at dranna.com/beautylocks and give it a try. You deserve to feel amazing! Key Timestamps: [00:01:02] Your diagnosis is not your destiny. [00:03:52] Early menopause and fertility journey. [00:09:20] Men's support during menopause. [00:11:36] Hormonal symptoms and partnerships. [00:15:13] Menopause symptoms and healing. [00:19:12] Menopause kit giveaways. [00:22:34] Reverse aging of the vagina. [00:27:23] Hormones and menopause connection. [00:30:04] Atypical PCOS and epigenetics. [00:35:31] Menopause documentary premiere. [00:37:27] Community engagement and education. [00:40:16] Integrative approach to hormone therapy. [00:46:15] Prolapse awareness in women. [00:47:10] Pelvic floor health and repair. [00:50:45] Women in urogynecology. [00:54:05] Bioidentical hormones vs. synthetic hormones. [00:58:31] Menopause empowerment and support. Memorable Quotes: "When we see women come together watching this, it wasn't so much about the documentary, but it was about the community that it's forming." [00:40:53] – Tamsen Fadal "Even though it says only one day for world menopause day, every day is menopause day. And it's a day to make your lives better because menopause does not have to be our grandmother's menopause. This is our time to kick some butt. It's actually your best lives; it's your best years ahead of you." [00:58:35] – Dr. Betsy Greenleaf Links Mentioned: Beauty Locks: https://dranna.com/beautylocks Blog: https://drannacabeca.com/pages/blog Keto-Green 16 Challenge: https://drannacabeca.com/pages/offers-keto-green-16-challenge Carpathia Health: https://carpathiahealth.com/ Book an Appointment with me: https://dranna.com/about Breeze Through Menopause: https://dranna.com/breeze The M Factor Film: https://themfactorfilm.com/ Connect with Tamsen Fadal: Website: https://www.tamsenfadal.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tamsenfadal/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tamsenfadal/ X/Twitter: https://x.com/TamsenFadal TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tamsenfadal Connect with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf: Website (Use code DRANNA for 10% off): https://pelvicfloorstore.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbetsygreenleaf_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dr.betsy.greenleaf/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drbetsygreenleaf Connect with Dr. Anna Cabeca: Website: https://drannacabeca.com/pages/show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegirlfrienddoctor/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thegirlfrienddoctor TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drannacabeca Produced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com
Replay: Clearing Money Blocks with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf 2024 In today's episode, we're throwing it back to a popular episode all about clearing money blocks and removing obstacles in the energy field that hinder your abundance. Join me and my friend, Dr. Betsy Greenleaf, an OBGYN, as we embark on a unique journey showcasing the BRAIN System™, a transformative process I use with my clients. In this episode, we'll uncover Dr. Betsy's goals, address ancestral blocks, dismantle limiting beliefs, and implement a new program for success. By clearing traumas and emotions stored in the brain, we create space for abundance to flow freely. We'll explore Dr. Betsy's past traumas, tracing their impact on her beliefs and experiences. Experience the profound shift firsthand as we clear blocks in the brain, soul, and even across generations. Tune in to unlock your belief in abundance and your worthiness to receive it. Ready to learn how to attract more abundance in your own life? Join us on May 15th for our free masterclass, 3 Brain Hacks to Attract Abundance. Register here: https://louiseswartswalter.lpages.co/abundancemasterclass/
All Things Vaginal/Bladder in Menopause with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf
In a world where women's health often takes a backseat, Dr. Betsy Greenleaf stands out as a beacon of hope and innovation. In a recent episode of the Gutsy Fertility Podcast, host Dr. Mandy dives deep into the life and work of Dr. Greenleaf, a pioneering leader in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery. With over two decades of experience under her belt, Dr. Greenleaf's mission to bring "pelvic peace, hormone harmony, irresistible confidence, and a touch of sexy sizzle" to women's lives shines through in this compelling conversation.Listeners are treated to a fascinating journey through Dr. Greenleaf's career, starting from her initial interest in pediatrics to becoming the first female in the United States to achieve Board certification in urogynecology. Her commitment to women's education and empowerment is evident as she discusses her work with Femversity.com, a platform dedicated to holistic healing for women. Dr. Greenleaf's innovative approach to treating conditions like prolapse, incontinence, and hormonal imbalances offers hope and actionable advice to women struggling with these issues.The episode doesn't shy away from addressing the challenges women face in preserving their fertility, the taboo surrounding discussions about sex, and the crucial role of the microbiome in women's health. Dr. Greenleaf's insights into how lifestyle choices, environmental toxins, and stress impact fertility and sexual health are both enlightening and empowering. Her advice on protecting fertility and the importance of the mind-body connection offers valuable takeaways for listeners.This episode of the Gutsy Fertility Podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in women's health, fertility, and the power of holistic healing. Dr. Greenleaf's expertise and passion for helping women achieve optimal health make for an engaging and educational listening experience. Subscribe to the Gutsy Fertility Podcast on iTunes, Spotify, or your favorite podcast player to join the conversation and learn how to take control of your health journey. Don't forget to leave a review if you love the show!For more insights and resources from Dr. Betsy Greenleaf, follow her on social media and visit femversity.com. Stay tuned for the launch of her new clinic specializing in perimenopause, menopause, and andropause – a testament to her ongoing commitment to advancing women's health.Read the blog: https://mandypatterson.com/blog/ Download Fertility & Hormone Success Guide: https://mandypatterson.com/optimize-your-fertility-and-hormones/ Learn more about Positivity Fertility group coaching program led by myself and Dr Jeanie Schafly and get on the waitlist. First cohort launching early spring 2024: https://positivityfertility.com/ Book a Discovery Consult: https://mandypatterson.com/fertility-application/ for fertility OR https://mandypatterson.com/wellness-application/ for wellness
Is vaginal health tied into breast health? This week's episode is from a summit where got to chat with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf, America's “Down There Doctor.” She is also the first board-certified Urogynecologist in the U.S. Today, Dr. Betsy joins me to talk about the role vaginal health plays in your body and how to keep it functioning at its prime!You will hear:What urogynecology is What can cause issues in the lower abdomen and pelvis for womenThe problems caused by deterioration of estrogen, especially in breast cancer patientsWhat vaginal rejuvenation is (and ways you can do it at home!)How your microbiome affects your overall healthThe effect of stress hormones on our bodiesAnd more!More about Dr. Betsy:Dr. Betsy A.B. Greenleaf stands as the first board-certified Urogynecologist in the United States. Her unwavering passion for healthcare and commitment to equality have positioned her as a sought-after consultant for esteemed enterprises, national organizations, and renowned academic institutions. Dr. Betsy is also a distinguished Fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Obstetrics & Gynecology, a National Spokesperson for the American Osteopathic Association, a Board Examiner, an Industry Trainer, Renowned Speaker, Author, Podcast Host, Business Consultant, and Entrepreneur and it doesn't stop there.Being a doctor is her profession, but does not define who she is. Betsy is a down to earth soul who strives to improve the world around her with everything she touches. Her ultimate goal is to show that we all have the power to heal within us. She is your wellness guide to finding truth, power, connection, and wholeness.Connect with Dr. Betsy:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dr.betsy.greenleafInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbetsygreenleaf_TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drbetsygreenleaf?lang=enWebsite: https://drbetsygreenleaf.com/Pelvic Floor Store: https://pelvicfloorstore.com/To talk to a member of Dr. Jenn's team and learn more about working privately with RHMD, visit: https://calendly.com/stephanie-1031/time-to-talkTo get your copy of Dr. Jenn's book, The Smart Person's Guide to Breast Cancer, visit: https://realhealthmd.kartra.com/page/SmartPersonsGuidetoBreastCancerJoin the Facebook group: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/keepingabreastwdrjennConnect with Dr. Jenn:Website: https://www.realhealthmd.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrJennSimmonsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjennsimmons/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.jennsimmons
Low libido, sex dysfunction, stress, insomnia, body confidence… we unpack a lot in this episode. Two guests today both specializing in women's health with specific attention to libido and pelvic floor health show up for this podcast and bring it. Sex dysfunction is no laughing matter for couples who used to enjoy each other and now are finding it's not the same. Intimacy is a powerful part of health and also anti-aging as you'll hear my experts talk about. Stay til the end if you want a very juicy Q and A. My Guests: Dr. Diane Mueller is the founder of My Libido Doc, an online community dedicated to helping women reclaim their desire. My Libido Doc provides education, community and health care services for women. Dr. Betsy A.B. Greenleaf, DO, FACOOG (Distinguished), FACOG, FPMRS, FAAOPM, MBA. Premier women's health expert bringing pelvic peace, hormone harmony, sexy sizzle and crazy confidence to busy women. Dr. Betsy is a best-selling author, award winning speaker, entrepreneur, inventor, and business leader specializing in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery for over 20 years. Questions We Answer in This Episode: What are the root causes of low libido? How is libido related to confidence? Why can menopause can be the best sex of your life? How is libido tied to aging? Is there any direct correlation? Anal sex….safe? Oral sex… safe? Condoms still the best protection? We're going to still need them in the nursing home? Connect with Dr. Diane Mueller and Dr.Betsy Greenleaf : https://www.flippingfifty.com/mylibido On Social: Facebook: www.facebook.com/mylibidodoc Youtube: youtube.com/@mylibidodoc Podcast: mylibidodoc.com/podcasts Other Episodes You Might Like: Sex and Sports for Women Over 40 https://www.flippingfifty.com/sex-and-sports/ How to Make (Sex and) Exercise More Effective: Pelvic Floor https://www.flippingfifty.com/pelvic-floor-tips/ You Ask Libido and Hormone Balance Qs: Dr John Gray Answers https://www.flippingfifty.com/libido-and-hormone-balance/ Resources: Free Ebook: 5 steps to revive your love life: https://mylibidodoc.com/revive-your-love-life/
Unless you're an outlier, chances are you have experienced one of those moments where you are simply not in the mood for sex. In today's episode, we are hosting Dr. Betsy Greenleaf, the first female in the USA to become board-certified in Urogynecology, the founder of Femversity.com, and the CEO of The Pelvic Floor Store – all with over 20 years of expertise in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery. She'll answer your questions on the connection between brain-gut-vagina, how the link affects your mood, fertility, and “down there” comfort, and what common pitfalls to avoid when dealing with a sexual health condition. We'll also cover: The problem with compartmentalizing health problems The role of your brain as the most powerful sex organ What happens to your fertility and sex drive when your body shuts down Causes of a dysfunctional vaginal pH balance Common practices that worsen sexual health issues The link between neurotransmitters and sex drive Where do happy hormones come from The danger of anxiety/depression pills and hormone pills How everything is intertwined Stay classy and sexy. Listen to the episode now. ✨ – Resources LINK TO SUMMIT: https://drtalks.com/sexual-dysfunction-summit/?uid=628&oid=60&ref=2898 Guest Links Link to Femversity.com Courses: https://femversity.com/ The Pelvic Floor Store: https://pelvicfloorstore.com/ (Discount code: LIBIDOLOUNGE10) Website: https://drbetsygreenleaf.com/ – About the Guest: Dr. Betsy Greenleaf is a trailblazing leader in women's health, bringing pelvic peace, hormone harmony, sexy sizzle, and crazy confidence to busy women. With over 20 years of experience in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery, she's a best-selling author, award-winning speaker, entrepreneur, and inventor. As the first female in the United States to become board-certified in Urogynecology, Dr. Greenleaf has dedicated herself to empowering women through education. She founded Femversity.com, a platform dedicated to holistically healing women and providing practitioners a place to thrive. Dr. Betsy's passion for women's health led her to become the CEO of The Pelvic Floor Store, where she helps women find reliable products for their pelvic health. She's also the host of the "Some of Your Parts" Podcast and the internet show "BODY MIND SPIRIT" & “ The Health Explained Show,” which focus on total wellness. Social Media Links https://www.facebook.com/greenleafbewell https://www.facebook.com/dr.betsy.greenleaf/ https://instagram.com/drbetsygreenleaf_?igshid=ZDdkNTZiNTM= https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdu6ZIxyAYGKsmJPtEvTS4w Podcasts Some of Your Parts https://someofyourparts.libsyn.com/ Body Mind Spirit https://www.wytv7.org/body-mind-spirit – Our advocacy is centered around providing a supportive space for women to reclaim sexual vitality and joy for good. Help us achieve this by subscribing to our podcast and sharing us with your friends and family.
Dr. Betsy A.B. Greenleaf, DO, FACOOG (Distinguished), FACOG, FPMRS, FAAOPM, MBADr. Betsy Greenleaf is a trailblazing leader in women's health, bringing pelvic peace, hormone harmony, sexy sizzle, and crazy confidence to busy women. With over 20 years of experience in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery, she's a best-selling author, award-winning speaker, entrepreneur, and inventor.As the first female in the United States to become board-certified in Urogynecology, Dr. Greenleaf has dedicated herself to empowering women through education. She founded Femversity.com, a platform dedicated to holistically healing women and providing practitioners a place to thrive.Dr. Betsy's passion for women's health led her to become the CEO of The Pelvic Floor Store, where she helps women find reliable products for their pelvic health. She's also the host of "Some of Your Parts" Podcast and the internet show "BODY MIND SPIRIT," both of which focus on total wellness.As the best-selling co-author of "You Were Made To Be Unstoppable," Dr. Betsy inspires women to embrace their power and overcome obstacles. She's also the mastermind behind The Happy Vagina Rally, an empowering women's summit dedicated to hormones, pelvic health, and wellness.Dr. Betsy is also the Chief Business Officer of HousecallVR, a virtual reality company combating health illiteracy for a healthier tomorrow. With her vast experience and dedication to women's health, Dr. Betsy is changing lives and inspiring women to embrace their greatness.Dr. Greenleaf takes a holistic body-mind-spirit approach to healing and wellness. She believes many of the answers to a healthy life are found within. She views her role in life as your wellness guide. Register for the Happy Vagina Rally Here https://femversity.ontralink.com/t?orid=4382&opid=3Website - https://pelvicfloorstore.comFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/dr.betsy.greenleaf/Instagram - https://instagram.com/drbetsygreenleaf_TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@drbetsygreenleaYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdu6ZIxyAYGKsmJPtEvTS4wHere is the link to my fave vaginal moisturizer https://www.feel-amazing.com/?ref=vaginacoach*******************I recommend checking out my comprehensive pelvic health education and fitness programs on my Buff Muff AppYou can also join my next 28 Day Buff Muff Challenge https://www.vaginacoach.com/buffmuffIf you are feeling social you can connect with me… On Facebook https://www.facebook.com/VagCoachOn Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vaginacoach/On Twitter https://twitter.com/VaginaCoachOn The Web www.vaginacoach.com
In the last episode with Dr. Greenleaf, she explained what is causing your pelvic pain and how to relieve it without surgery or antibiotics because most of the time the site of the pain is rarely the source of the pain. (Didn't listen to the last episode? Click >>HERE
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If you're looking to find more desire, amplify your sexual health and personal vitality, then sit back, relax, and tune into this weeks podcast! It's a sad fact that countless women endure discomfort and confusion about their sexual health for years, assuming it's just a part of aging. Join me as I talk with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf, a trailblazing leader in women's health, with over 20 years of experience in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery, as we delve into the intricacies of female sexuality, the importance of your microbiome, and the power of not accepting discomfort as your destiny. Here are 3 key takeaways from our conversation: 1️⃣ Don't accept discomfort as a normal part of aging: Many women mistakenly assume that discomfort is inevitable as they age. However, there are various options available to address and alleviate these issues. 2️⃣ Women's sexuality is complex: It's crucial to understand that women's sexuality is different from that of penis-bodied individuals. There are multifaceted factors that influence women's sexuality, and simply taking a one-size-fits-all solution won't solve all problems. Listen in for some ideas to help! 3️⃣ Microbiome matters: The balance of our microbiome plays a vital role in our overall health, including our vaginal and gut health. Join in this powerful conversation to find natural solutions to spice up your libido. Love this topic and want more? Join Dr. Betsy's Happy Vagina Rally HERE to learn from over 40 experts and discover effective strategies to conquer the sexual health challenges you face during menopause.
Have you ever felt pelvic pain and – at the same time – thought nothing of it? Have you believed that pelvic pain is just one of those things that women have to live with... even if it's preventing you from living a life that you love? I have heard these stories from women since I started my career over 20 years ago. In fact, I was propelled to learn more about the pelvic floor all because a 70-year-old woman stopped me on a walk with my newborn to tell me how her uterus fell out of her vagina and she had to basically be sewn shut. I didn't want that for myself. I didn't want that for other women. If you don't want this for yourself either and want to learn what is causing your pelvic pain and ways you can relieve it, then I'd love to invite you to click play and listen to this conversation with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf, the first board certified female urogynecologist in the United States. You'll learn: [05:43] What led Betsy to urogynecology [09:33] What causes pelvic pain [18:01] Insight on why the source of the pain is rarely what's causing the pain [20:19] Where to begin when experiencing pelvic floor or vaginal pain on only one side [27:02] When is a hysterectomy necessary [35:54] Non-surgical options to support your uterus Betsy is hosting a virtual summit - Happy V@g!na Rally - where 40+ women's health experts (including me!) are going to be revealing proven ways to get your health, your vagina, and your sexy back. You can register to attend this free summit >>HERE
In today's episode I get to introduce you to my friend Dr. Betsy Greenleaf. She is the First Board Certified Female Urogynecologist in the United States. She is also a Distinguished Fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Obstetrics & Gynecology, a Premiere Women's Health Expert and a Motivational Speaker. Dr. Betsy was in private practice for almost 20 years and now she's building online experiences for women to heal themselves in the urogynecological area. Urogynecology is the area of medicine that covers the diagnosis and treatment of conditions that affect the bladder, reproductive system, and rectum, including pelvic floor disorders. Urogynecologists can be urologists or gynecologists trained in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery. Today we talk about urogynecology and general pelvic and vaginal health. What is a Pelvic Organ Prolapse? A uterine prolapse occurs when the muscles and tissue in your pelvis weaken. This allows your uterus to drop down into your vagina. Our pelvic organs are open to gravity because we don't have bone structures at the bottom of the pelvic floor. All we have is muscles and ligaments, and those ligaments are not even that strong, so anything that causes a lot of pressure, and the pelvis can rip and tear those ligaments. Then the uterus may not stay up where it's supposed to be, or the bladder, or the rectum, and then those three organs that are very close to each other and lean on each other can end up pushing each other out. Most commonly women who've had long and difficult pregnancies or have given birth to a large baby or multiple babies are at risk of a prolapse. Also, women who are chronically constipated, or do effort constantly like lifting heavy objects or gymnastics, or even people with asthma attacks or chronic bronchitis where they're hard coughing all the time, all these things are going to put a lot of pressure on the pelvic floor. How is a Pelvic Prolapse Treated? Surgery is an option that has been around for long, using the mesh as in hernia surgery, but they found out overtime that when you put mesh in the pelvic floor it doesn't work as well as it does when you put it in for hernia and there were some women who ended up developing problems over the years, so unfortunately there's not great surgery for this. Furthermore, these surgeries have shown to not be permanent so once you've had one surgery you're at higher risk of it dropping again and having to get another surgery. Some non-surgical options that are available include a device called a pessary which folds up inside the vagina and they just wedge in place so they can hold all the organs. Another option is prevention by strengthening the pelvic floor. Here is where Kegels which involve tightening and then releasing the muscles in your pelvic floor to strengthen them. We start losing 8 to 10% muscle mass every decade of our lives so if you don't start strengthening those muscles it's definitely going to be a factor of prolapse risk. Other exercises include sitting down and putting a ball or pillow between your legs and squeezing your knees together. Physical therapy can help too. It is important to start this therapy as soon as possible. For example, in France when women give birth they automatically get put into a physical therapy program after birth and not surprisingly France has the lowest rate of incontinence and prolapse. What About the Relationship Between the Pelvis and the Microbiome? There's now something called next generation sequencing where we can swap the vagina and we can see everything that's there and so we're getting a better understanding of what's going on with the microbiome of the vagina. With this advanced testing we're discovering other bacteria and so the exciting part about this is that women can now understand why some conventional treatments are not working for some issues. What they're finding out with these newer tests is that there's many more bacteria that are interacting in our bodies. In Dr. Betsy's case what happened was she was getting chronic yeast infections and the yeast medicines were not working. Then she started looking into the gut microbiome testing and finally found out that her gut was filled with yeast. So, a lot of times when you're someone getting vaginal symptoms it's really a symptom of a larger problem going on with the microbiome of the gut. So, in this case we need to balance the gut out to get the vagina healthy. What's even more interesting is that scientists are finding that there's this like microbiome connection between the vagina and the brain through the vagus nerve. So, if the bacteria in the vagina is off that is going to dampen our sex drive and a lot of women are going to their doctors thinking if they don't have a sex drive it must be hormonal, but it may be a microbiome issue. We have also seen evidence of more problems with infertility when the microbiome in the vagina is off. It really is exciting because it gives more treatment possibilities, it helps us to see and so women don't have to be just struggling with infertility, low libido, or chronic infections, when we can actually be detectives and identify the imbalances both in the urovaginal area and the gut. There are also natural ways to rebalance the microbiome in the vagina. We want the healthy bacteria to stay there and get the bad bacteria out. One way of doing this is balancing the PH in the vagina. The vagina is naturally very acidic and so in a very high acidic (3.5 to 4.5 acidity range) the healthy bacteria thrives, and the bad bacteria doesn't. One of the products that's out there is Boric Acid. Boric Acid will balance out the vagina whether it's yeast or bacteria. Are There Good and Bad Products to Use Vaginally? When it comes to cleaning, plain water is the best option. If we want to use soaps or other products, we should definitely look at the ingredients and stay away from sodium lauryl sulfate which can be very irritating and polypropylene glycol that is in a lot of woman's products that is a mucosal irritant. And avoid fragrances, dyes and detergents. Also, it's a good idea to avoid the use of lubricants because they can throw off the PH balance in the vagina. There are also some products out there that promote acidity in the vagina like lactic acid products, the only thing is if you have a milk allergy you kind of want to stay away from lactic acid. Also, there are some vaginal probiotics that come in suppositories that are over the counter that promote healthy bacteria growth. When it comes to vaginal douching we have to be careful because if you have a bacterial infection douching can spread that bacteria into the uterus, the fallopian tubes and into the abdominal cavity and that can make you really sick. The best thing to do to promote vaginal health is to also address your gut health as there is evidence that these systems are connected. The more you improve your gut health, drop inflammation, and get your digestion working as well as your gut bacteria the more you're going to see a positive impact in your vaginal microbiome and overall health. We can also see how the gut health is related to HPV, when you have a persistent HPV case one of the first things to do is to get your gut health and gut bacteria on point, this will in turn improve your vaginal acidity and microbiome and make it harder for the HPV virus to thrive. What About Regenerative Medicine for Pelvic Health? This is something that's changing every day. We're coming up with new options and treatments that could be done at home or at practitioner's offices. There's PRP which is when platelet-rich plasma is injected where stem cells multiply and grow new younger tissue. PRP can regenerate the vaginal tissue. This procedure works by stimulating stem cells to grow healthier vaginal tissue. There's also laser or light therapy to rejuvenate tissue using devices in the vagina that work on light energy, penetrating the tissue and making a little hole. Then the body reacts to heal that hole and it floods it with growth factors. There's radio frequency therapy using sound waves to generate heat to cause the tissue to regenerate. We're kind of entering this world where anything that's being done for rejuvenation purposes cosmetically is now being applied to the vagina and other areas of the pelvic floor too. Doing all these things in combination can give people better results because they work on the tissue in different ways. If you want to reach out to Dr. Betsy and learn more about how she can help you, please make sure to check out her website or her Instagram @drbetsygreenleaf_. You can also check her upcoming Happy Vagina Rally which is an online women's summit where 40 speakers will be talking about vaginal health, general pelvic health, HPV, hormones, hair loss, gut health, bladder health, energy levels, etc. If you're interested in learning more about my approach to healing HPV you can find my new HPV Recovery Guide here. If you are tired of this virus and are really committed to erasing it from your life forever, you can sign up for my Say Goodbye to HPV 12-Week Program here. If you want to work on your gut health and microbiome you may want to sing up for my Heal Leaky Gut Program where I teach you how to heal leaky gut with my proven protocol. Keep in mind that 50% of people with leaky gut, have zero symptoms, so the only way to know for sure is to do the food sensitivity panel I recommend. 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Did you know that 80% of women will have a pelvic health condition at some point in their lives? However, an estimated 65% of women feel uncomfortable discussing this topic, even with their doctors. Today, Gin and Sheri are joined by Dr. Betsy Greenleaf, the first female physician in the United States to become board certified in Urogynecology. She has specialized in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery for over 20 years. Her mission is to empower women through education about hormones, pelvic health, and women's wellness. For special savings at Dr. Betsy Greenleaf's pelvic floor store, please use this link: https://pelvicfloorstore.com/lifelessons. You can also use the promo code LIFELESSONS at checkout. Join our VIP community and help support the podcast! Go to https://www.lifelessonscommunity.com/VIP and become a member today. We can't wait to connect with you there. Resources used for today's podcast can be found here: For special savings at Dr. Betsy Greenleaf's pelvic floor store, please use this link: https://pelvicfloorstore.com/lifelessons. You can also use the promo code LIFELESSONS at checkout. https://femversity.com https://happyvrally.com You Were Made To Be Unstoppable: https://amzn.to/3Lq5kL9 Today's podcast was made possible through our affiliation with the following company. When you shop with us, you help us bring you further Life Lessons. Beautycounter: http://beautycounter.com/sheribullock https://www.lifelessonscommunity.com/shop-with-us.html Or you can make a monetary contribution directly at www.paypal.com/paypalme/lifelessonspodcast or in PayPal by searching our email address: connect@lifelessonscommunity.com. Do you have a good news story, a listener-led lesson, or a special quote to share? Email us at connect@lifelessonscommunity.com or use the following link to fill out an easy to use form: https://forms.gle/jzdrA8T7ZWgdXSwV9 and listen each week to see if we share your submission. Thank you for listening! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Did you know that 80% of women will have a pelvic health condition at some point in their lives? However, an estimated 65% of women feel uncomfortable discussing this topic, even with their doctors. Today, Gin and Sheri are joined by Dr. Betsy Greenleaf, the first female physician in the United States to become board certified in Urogynecology. She has specialized in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery for over 20 years. Her mission is to empower women through education about hormones, pelvic health, and women's wellness. For special savings at Dr. Betsy Greenleaf's pelvic floor store, please use this link: https://pelvicfloorstore.com/lifelessons. You can also use the promo code LIFELESSONS at checkout. Join our VIP community and help support the podcast! Go to https://www.lifelessonscommunity.com/VIP and become a member today. We can't wait to connect with you there. Resources used for today's podcast can be found here: For special savings at Dr. Betsy Greenleaf's pelvic floor store, please use this link: https://pelvicfloorstore.com/lifelessons. You can also use the promo code LIFELESSONS at checkout. https://femversity.com https://happyvrally.com You Were Made To Be Unstoppable: https://amzn.to/3Lq5kL9 Today's podcast was made possible through our affiliation with the following company. When you shop with us, you help us bring you further Life Lessons. Beautycounter: http://beautycounter.com/sheribullock https://www.lifelessonscommunity.com/shop-with-us.html Or you can make a monetary contribution directly at www.paypal.com/paypalme/lifelessonspodcast or in PayPal by searching our email address: connect@lifelessonscommunity.com. Do you have a good news story, a listener-led lesson, or a special quote to share? Email us at connect@lifelessonscommunity.com or use the following link to fill out an easy to use form: https://forms.gle/jzdrA8T7ZWgdXSwV9 and listen each week to see if we share your submission. Thank you for listening! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to another amazing episode with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf where we sit down with the incredible Dr. Kyrin Dunston to discuss what you really need to know about hormones. Tune in for an insightful conversation and learn from the experts on what you are not being told and how to get the change you deserve. Get ready to be blown away! #Podcast #ExpertInsight #DrKyrinDuston #DrBetsyGreenleaf If you enjoyed this episode please like and subscribe. Also check out Dr. Kyrin's Hormone Balance Bliss Challenge
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Dr. Betsy Greenleaf: Clearing Money Blocks Today's episode is all about clearing money blocks…clearing anything in the energy field blocking your abundance. I am joined by my friend, Dr. Betsy Greenleaf, who is an OBGYN and we decided to hop on to do a bit of a unique episode that serves as an example of part of the process that I do with my clients called the BRAIN System™. In this episode, we're digging in with Dr. Betsy to get to the center of her goals, holding intention for those goals, clearing the ancestral blocks, belief systems, and patterns that are holding her back, and putting in the new program to help her achieve success. The truth is, we hold traumas and emotions in the spaces of the brain. And when we clear that out, it gives you more space, and allows you to create what you want to create and bring in that abundance. So, we go really deep in this episode to uncover some past traumas for Dr. Betsy that go back to her grandfather, and what you'll hear is that the energy from way back then found its way into Betsy's life experiences and beliefs. It's really amazing and actually gave us chills as we were cleaning this energy. And the best part is, you can feel this change too just by listening to this episode. We're clearing the blocks that are in the brain and in the soul, and even ancestral to free you up to be able to move forward and create your dream. So, be sure to tune in so that you too can change your belief around money and believe that you are worthy and deserving of it. My free GIFT to you! Download Mind Gems - 12 exercises that you can do in less than 5 minutes to literally change your focus and balance! Grab your gift here: https://www.louiseswartswalter.com/mindgemsgift/ To Your Success, Love, Louise
Dr. Betsy Greenleaf: Clearing Money Blocks Today's episode is all about clearing money blocks…clearing anything in the energy field blocking your abundance. I am joined by my friend, Dr. Betsy Greenleaf, who is an OBGYN and we decided to hop on to do a bit of a unique episode that serves as an example of part of the process that I do with my clients called the BRAIN System™. In this episode, we're digging in with Dr. Betsy to get to the center of her goals, holding intention for those goals, clearing the ancestral blocks, belief systems, and patterns that are holding her back, and putting in the new program to help her achieve success. The truth is, we hold traumas and emotions in the spaces of the brain. And when we clear that out, it gives you more space, and allows you to create what you want to create and bring in that abundance. So, we go really deep in this episode to uncover some past traumas for Dr. Betsy that go back to her grandfather, and what you'll hear is that the energy from way back then found its way into Betsy's life experiences and beliefs. It's really amazing and actually gave us chills as we were cleaning this energy. And the best part is, you can feel this change too just by listening to this episode. We're clearing the blocks that are in the brain and in the soul, and even ancestral to free you up to be able to move forward and create your dream. So, be sure to tune in so that you too can change your belief around money and believe that you are worthy and deserving of it. My free GIFT to you! Download Mind Gems - 12 exercises that you can do in less than 5 minutes to literally change your focus and balance! Grab your gift here: https://www.louiseswartswalter.com/mindgemsgift/ To Your Success, Love, Louise
Mentioned in this episode:Dr. Betsy Greenleaf drbetsygreenleaf.com and pelvicfloorstore.comhttps://www.drlisao.com/products/urinary-tract-supporthttps://crunchi.com/lisaolszewskihttps://dryfarmwines.com/healthylivingsimpleSynergy Science Hydrogen Water: https://www.synergyscience.com/shop/?afmc=1ivDr. Lisa's Cookbooks:https://www.drlisao.com/ketocookbooksDr. Lisa's Kick Sugar and Keto Courses:https://drlisao.com/kicksugarhttps://www.drlisao.com/ketokickstarterhttps://www.drlisao.com/ketoblueprintCheck out Dr. Lisa O's favorite things at drlisao.com/bioMentioned in this episode:Dr. Lisa O Nourish UT (Urinary Tract Support)Dr. Lisa O Nourish UT (Urinary Tract Support) https://www.drlisao.com/products/urinary-tract-supportNourish Balance Thrive SupplementsCrunchi Makeup and Beauty ProductsCrunchi: Smart. Conscious. Beautiful. https://crunchi.com/lisaolszewskiCrunchiKeto CookbooksGrab my keto desserts, appetizers, mocktails, cocktails and keto friendly meals at drlisao.com/ketocookbooksNourish Balance Thrive SupplementsDry Farm WinesClaim Your Dry Farm Wines Penny Bottle at www.dryfarmwines.com/healthylivingsimpleDry Farm WinesSynergy Science Hydrogen WaterSynergy Science Hydrogen Water https://www.synergyscience.com/shop/?afmc=1ivCheck out Dr. Lisa O's favorite things at drlisao.com/bioDr. Betsy A.B. Greenleaf, DO, FACOOG (Distinguished), FACOG, MBAPremier women's health expert, entrepreneur, inventor, and business leader, who specializes in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery for over 20 years, Dr. Greenleaf, is a trailblazer as the first female in the United States to become board certified in Urogynecology.She possesses a professional reputation that has led to being sought after by medical societies, associations, and corporations to provide lectures, teaching, and advanced training. In 2018, she was honored with the title of distinguished fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Obstetrics and Gynecology for her service and dedication to the field. She holds committee positions on many national women's health organizations. She is a board examiner for the American Osteopathic Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She serves as a spokesperson for the American Osteopathic Association, with her quotes appearing in many major media outlets.Dr. Greenleaf is the CEO of The Pelvic...
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I'm delighted to have the honor of connecting with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf today! She's a premier women's health expert and bestselling author specializing in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery. She is the first female in the United States to have become board-certified in urogynecology. In med school, Dr. Betsy started specializing in general surgery. She soon realized that there was no emotional connection with the patients, so she changed to OB-GYN. In this episode, I ask her the questions that many listeners have asked me privately. Dr. Betsy talks about her background in surgery, and we dive into the vaginal and gut microbiome, urinary incontinence, risk factors, chronic urinary tract infections, interstitial cystitis, uterine prolapse, vulvovaginal conditions, and various changes that occur in perimenopause and menopause. We also discuss the impact of the Women's Health Initiative and therapies in addressing all of these issues. I hope you will enjoy this conversation! Stay tuned for more! IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: How Dr. Betsy got into urogynecology. Some of the common issues women go to see Dr. Betsy for. What sets women up for pelvic floor issues? How and when to do kegel exercises. What pelvic atrophy is and how to avoid developing it. Why women need to be diligent about emptying their bladders. What is interstitial cystitis, and what makes people susceptible to it? How the loss of estrogen impacts the vagina. Changes that occur in the vulva as women age. Dr. Betsy shares her take on the Women's Health Initiative and hormone replacement. The problem with propylene glycol. Proactive ways to address conditions like painful intercourse, lichen sclerosis, vulvodynia, and rectal itching. The testing Dr. Betsy prefers for the gut microbiome. How is the vagina connected to the brain? Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia's website Connect with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf On her website The Pelvic Floor Store On Instagram (drbetsygreenleaf_) Body Mind Spirit Podcast Some of Your Parts Podcast
Pelvic health dysfunction is something that is rarely discussed. Most often than not, people with pelvic health conditions choose to suffer in silence due to embarrassment and lack of knowledge on where to get help. In today's episode, Dr. Kylie speaks with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf, America's first board-certified female urogynecologist and a distinguished fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Obstetric and Gynecology, an honor bestowed on a few. She has dedicated her life to treating vaginal and pelvic health conditions. You don't want to miss this conversation because there's a lot of information that your regular physician might be unable to tell you. If you suffer from any pelvic disorder, don't suffer in silence. Know your options. “I would probably venture to say that 90% of medical conditions are either caused by or made worse by issues with the gut.” - Dr. Betsy Greenleaf In This Episode: - Why Dr. Betsy decided to focus on Vaginal and Pelvic Health and what Urogynecology is all about - A patient transformation story and the relationship between the gut microbiome and gut health - What does fixing the gut entail? - The association between H. Pylori and vaginal health - How your diet affects your overall health and the benefit of eating fermented vegetables - What can people with recurring vaginal infections do? Dr. Betsy reveals a secret cure. - What would Dr. Betsy do if she lost everything and had to start over? And more! Resources: - https://happyvaginarally.com/ (Happy Vagina Rally) - https://www.amazon.com/Why-Are-Labs-Normal-background-ebook/dp/B09SF9PXRQ (Why Are My Labs Normal? Your guide to reading your own blood work; no medical background needed) - http://drkylieburton.com/programs/ (Join the 90-Day Coaching Program with Dr. Kylie Burton) Connect with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf: - https://pelvicfloorstore.com/ (Website) Connect with Dr. Kylie: - https://drkylieburton.com/ (Website) - https://www.instagram.com/drkylieburton/ (Instagram) - https://web.facebook.com/drkylieburton/ (Facebook) - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdqJbAS6ocKydcjNiDQoauw (YouTube) *Sponsored by Systemic Formulas* - For all practitioners, join SF via the FB group I run:https://www.facebook.com/groups/716554078541135 ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/716554078541135) - For everyone else, learn about the products by following them on IG: https://instagram.com/systemic_formulas?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= (https://instagram.com/systemic_formulas?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=) The brand new Mybyome products are now available too! Learn more at https://mybyome.com/products/ (mybyome.com). Order the Mybyome products now available at http://drkylieburton.com/supplements (drkylieburton.com/supplements).
In this week's episode of The Girlfriend Doctor, I brought you a very special segment on having a healthy vagina, The All Things "V" Masterclass. Our guests in this class include premier women's health expert, Dr. Betsy Greenleaf, self-professed Kegel Maven, Kim Vopni, aka The Vagina Coach, and CEO of The Integrative Women's Health Institute, Jessica Drummond. These wonderful ladies have so many more titles but today we all have the hats of vagina health experts on and each of us shares our expertise on this heavily mystified subject. This masterclass includes topics such as what specific section of pelvic health each guest specializes in, the importance of knowing your own pelvic anatomy, how to treat post-hysterectomy pain, the crucial importance of fluid body and pelvic movement, and much more. We also discuss how likely most women are to experience some form of pelvic health condition and how we can better prepare ourselves for it or treat it if/when it arrives. This is a very touchy subject so it was very empowering to be able to have this conversation with these immensely knowledgeable and influential women that have seen it all. All of these gals have books, websites, and social media pages that you can visit if you want more information about their area of expertise or if you just want to reach out with a specific question. It was truly an honor to be in the presence of these powerful women. Tune in, take notes, and start taking control of your pelvic health! KEY TAKEAWAYS [0:39] Was a healthy V ever discussed in your home? [12:25] The area of expertise each guest specializes in [17:18] The importance of knowing your own pelvic anatomy [27:27] Post-hysterectomy pain, intervention, and prevention [43:18] The importance of pelvic stretching and movement [51:40] The different kinds of prolapse diagnosis [1:05:05] How to heal or prevent Lichen sclerosis HOW TO CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST Betsy Greenleaf: https://happyvaginarally.com/ https://pelvicfloorstore.com/ Social media platforms: @drbetsygreenleaf Kim Vopni: https://www.vaginacoach.com/ Youtube, Pinterest, Tiktok: The Vagina Coach Instagram: @vaginacoach Jessica Drummond: https://integrativewomenshealthinstitute.com/outsmart-endo-guide-pdf/ Instagram: @outsmartendo MEMORABLE QUOTES “Even though our intention is to educate and start normalizing these terms, we can't because we are blocked in social media because it's considered inappropriate.” “80% of women are going to have a pelvic health condition at some point in their lives so I've been there with recurrent urinary tract infections, recurrent vaginal infections… almost everything I've gone through with my patients, I've actually gone through myself.” To learn more about me and to stay connected, visit the links below: Website: The Girlfriend Doctor Instagram: The Girlfriend Doctor
In this week's episode of The Girlfriend Doctor, I brought you a very special segment on having a healthy vagina, The All Things "V" Masterclass. Our guests in this class include premier women's health expert, Dr. Betsy Greenleaf, self-professed Kegel Maven, Kim Vopni, aka The Vagina Coach, and CEO of The Integrative Women's Health Institute, Jessica Drummond. These wonderful ladies have so many more titles but today we all have the hats of vagina health experts on and each of us shares our expertise on this heavily mystified subject. This masterclass includes topics such as what specific section of pelvic health each guest specializes in, the importance of knowing your own pelvic anatomy, how to treat post-hysterectomy pain, the crucial importance of fluid body and pelvic movement, and much more. We also discuss how likely most women are to experience some form of pelvic health condition and how we can better prepare ourselves for it or treat it if/when it arrives. This is a very touchy subject so it was very empowering to be able to have this conversation with these immensely knowledgeable and influential women that have seen it all. All of these gals have books, websites, and social media pages that you can visit if you want more information about their area of expertise or if you just want to reach out with a specific question. It was truly an honor to be in the presence of these powerful women. Tune in, take notes, and start taking control of your pelvic health! KEY TAKEAWAYS [0:39] Was a healthy V ever discussed in your home? [12:25] The area of expertise each guest specializes in [17:18] The importance of knowing your own pelvic anatomy [27:27] Post-hysterectomy pain, intervention, and prevention [43:18] The importance of pelvic stretching and movement [51:40] The different kinds of prolapse diagnosis [1:05:05] How to heal or prevent Lichen sclerosis HOW TO CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST Betsy Greenleaf: https://happyvaginarally.com/ https://pelvicfloorstore.com/ Social media platforms: @drbetsygreenleaf Kim Vopni: https://www.vaginacoach.com/ Youtube, Pinterest, Tiktok: The Vagina Coach Instagram: @vaginacoach Jessica Drummond: https://integrativewomenshealthinstitute.com/outsmart-endo-guide-pdf/ Instagram: @outsmartendo MEMORABLE QUOTES “Even though our intention is to educate and start normalizing these terms, we can't because we are blocked in social media because it's considered inappropriate.” “80% of women are going to have a pelvic health condition at some point in their lives so I've been there with recurrent urinary tract infections, recurrent vaginal infections… almost everything I've gone through with my patients, I've actually gone through myself.” To learn more about me and to stay connected, visit the links below: Website: The Girlfriend Doctor Instagram: The Girlfriend Doctor
Uncomfortable saying the word vagina? Have women's health issues, but don't know what's wrong or how to advocate for yourself? If this is you, then you're in luck! Dr. Betsy Greenleaf joins me today to talk about the upcoming online summit called the Happy Vagina Rally. So what the heck is it exactly? It's a summit where you'll hear from 30+ women's health experts on proven ways to improve your health, your vagina and get your sexy back!We talk more on:The different topics that will be covered during the rally How conventional gynecology still uses antiquated practices (and how this harms YOU!)The importance of the vaginal microbiome Vulvar issues you didn't even know existed How many women feel uncomfortable saying the word vaginaThe benefits the rally can have on you and your overall healthAnd more!Join us at the Happy Vagina Rally on June 9-12th. To find out more information about the rally, go to https://happyvaginarally.com. More About Dr. Betsy:Dr. Greenleaf is a premier women's health expert, best-selling author, entrepreneur, spokesperson, and inventor specializing in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery for over 20 years. She is a trailblazer as the first female in the United States to become board certified in Urogynecology.Dr. Greenleaf takes a holistic body-mind-spirit approach helping hundreds of thousands of busy women to find pelvic peace, inner power, and regain their sexy. As a professional speaker and sought-after educator, Dr. Greenleaf brings entertainment and light-heartedness to embarrassing health topics to normalize the conversation of women's health and wellness.She is also the owner of Greenleaf Health & Wellness, CEO of The Pelvic Floor Store, an online store dedicated to finding reliable pelvic health products. She is a best selling co-author of You Were Made To Be Unstoppable. She will be the host of The Happy Vagina Summit, a pelvic health summit. She is also currently writing a book on pelvic health called The Happy Vagina DietConnect with Dr. Betsy:Dr. Betsy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbetsygreenleaf_/Dr Betsy's Twitter: https://twitter.com/drbgreenleaf?lang=enWebsite: https://pelvicfloorstore.comConnect with me: Dr. Tabatha's Website: https://www.drtabatha.com/Dr. Tabatha's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrTabathaDr. Tabatha's IG: https://www.instagram.com/thegutsygynecologist/The Functional Gynecologist's Guide to Balancing your Hormones: https://lcvjtpc8.pages.infusionsoft.net/Get EnergyLift now at store.gutsygyn.com
In this interview with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf we explore pelvic health, the brain/gut/vagina connection, the vaginal microbiome, and osteopenia and osteoporosis.LIMITED TIME FREE ACCESS-->Click Here For Your FREE 7-Day Osteoporosis Kickstart***Topics Covered3:05: What is a urogynecologist?4:03: How would someone know if they should visit a urogynecologist?6:45: If an issue is found, what are the next steps for the patient?14:43: How are the brain, gut, and vagina connected?17:20: What is the vaginal microbiome?19:20: How can you support a healthy vaginal microbiome?23:29: How does the vaginal microbiome affect libido and fertility?26:15: Where can women connect with Dr. Betsy?***Resources Mentioned**Show notes @ https://bonecoach.com/bone-health-pelvic-health-dr-besty-greenleafYou can find Dr. Betsy Greenleaf's Resources below>> https://pelvicfloorstore.com/June 9th-12th, 2022 Happy Vagina RallyClick here to register FREE>>https://GreenleafInstitute.ontralink.com/t?orid=39&opid=1***What can you do to support your bone health and this podcast?1. Hit the “Subscribe” Button. 2. Leave a review. Thank you!
It's time to talk about our happy places - our vaginas! On this episode of The Hormone Prescription Podcast, host Dr. Kyrin Dunston is joined by special guest Dr. Betsy Greenleaf, an OBGYN and pelvic floor physical therapist, premier womens health expert, a best-selling author, entrepreneur, inventor, and business leader specializing in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery for over 20 years, to talk all things vagina. Dr. Greenleaf, is a trailblazer as the first female in the United States to become board certified in Urogynecology, CEO of The Pelvic Floor Store, a blog at drbetsygreenleaf.com, and she is the host of Some Of Your Parts Podcast, and host of the happy vagina rally summit. She dedicated to women's wellness and the notion that you are greater than the sum of your parts. and BODY MIND SPIRIT podcast that focuses on the trinity of total health. She is the best-selling co-author of You Were Made To Be Unstoppable. In this episode you will learn: -How your vagina changes throughout your life -Pelvic floor physical therapy and how it can help with things like incontinence, pain during intercourse, and more -The importance of self-care for your vagina -And much more! So whether you're dealing with the changes that come with menopause, are concerned about your pelvic health, or just want to learn more about taking care of your vagina, this episode is for you! Tune in now and let's get started on having a happy vagina for a happy life. [01:15] Hey everybody. Welcome back to another episode of the hormone prescription with Dr. Kirin. Thank you so much for joining me today. Today. We are gonna talk about vaginas. Yes, I know this is probably something that you don't hear talked about that much, but the truth is you have one, you take it with you everywhere, and it's a big part of what makes you a healthy woman. And my expert today knows this better than anyone. She is an expert in vagina house. She has a great event coming up. We're gonna tell you about, and she has a voice and she's not gonna be silent. And you shouldn't be silent either about what's going on for you. I'm gonna tell you a little bit about her and then we will get started. Premier women's health expert, a bestselling author, entrepreneur inventor, and business leader, specializing in female, pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery for over 20 years. [02:14] Dr. Betsy Greenleaf is a trailblazer as the first female in the us to become a board certified Euro gynecologist. Yay, Betsy. She is the CEO of the pelvic floor store. She has a blog at Dr. Betsy greenleaf.com. She's the host of some of your parts podcast, and also she hosts the happy vagina rally summit. We're gonna tell you about she's dedicated to women's wellness and the notion that you are greater than the sum of your parts and body mind spirit podcast that focuses on the Trinity of total health. She's the best selling co-author of you are made to be unstoppable. Welcome Dr. Betsy Greenley. [02:55] You so much, Dr. Kirin for having me here. I'm so excited. I love talking to you. So this is gonna be great. [03:00] yes. Betsy is so much fun. Not only is she brilliant, uh, when it comes to women's health and special, especially vaginal ecology and pelvic floor things, but just such a free thinker and out very outspoken. She shared the quote from Alan Albright with me before this episode, and I said this so speaks to who she is in the world. And I think who I am too, right. It took me quite a long time to develop a voice. And now that I have it, I am not going to be silent. So did you used to, to not have a voice on important matters? [03:37] You know, I, unfortunately I think I've always just kind of not had a filter, just spoke my mind, but I did find very quickly that especially in traditional medicine, especially in, in, unfortunately the time that I did my training being in a male dominant field, that people did not wanna hear me. And it did get me in trouble, especially my first, my actually very first job. I came out in the early two thousands thinking, come on, it's two thousands. Like, you know, this is crazy. Like how bad can, you know, medicine be? And I'm going into a hospital where it was like stuck in the 1950s. And so they were not used to having somebody that spoke up. [04:42] Later on, I spoke to some of my family colleagues and they're like, you, what is the doctor's lounge? And I was like, uh, last time I looked, I do have a degree. They're like, oh, we don't go in there. Only the men go in there. So yeah. So unfortunately I kind of learned the hard way that people don't always wanna hear what you have to say. So I do have a tendency to rock the boat, but I just, you know, as much as they've tried to squelch me over the years, I still haven't learned to shut up and I'm just gonna keep talking. [05:12] oh my gosh. You just brought back so many memories from when I first came out of residency and went to work in this hospital and the doctor's lounge. Oh my gosh. Yes. You were like an anomaly. You were like a rare bird walking into the Seren Getty and they would look at you like they were like lions you're doing here. And do you know what? I even remember that in the, so in the surgical suite, they didn't even have a female doctor's locker room. Yes. The only doctor's locker room, they said, this is the doctor's locker room was for males and females. So they would tell us, you have to go in there and change. I'm just remembering this. And of course, none of us wanted to, so we didn't. [06:05] I think it's still like that in some of the hospitals I go to, it says like doctors' locker room and then there's the nurses' locker room. And I'm like, but there's a lot of male nurses. And obviously there's a lot of female doctors. So, but you know, the, the men go into the doctors when the female go into the nurses. [06:21] and God forbid, you would, you would raise your hand or say something at the, you know, the OB GYN staff meeting. They really would look at you like with these daggers, like, are you real? Like, it's enough that we gave you a seat at the table, but you're gonna open your mouth and say something really [06:38] It's actually, you know, it's funny too. Cause I actually even started out in general surgery before I switched to OB G a N. And I remember walking into the operating rooms and like the doctors would look up and they'd be like, uh, you, what am I gonna talk to you about? And I would go home and study the sports page. Everybody else was study like surgery, textbooks. I was studying the sports page. So I had something I could walk in and talk to them about. [07:04] Maybe I should have done that. I didn't think of that. And I think it's important thatm in listening know kind of what the environment was like for us and still is in the hospital environment, because it will help you to understand a lot of why you're not getting what you need from medicine. Because if this is the oppressive environment that the doctors are living in, when it, it comes to women, this is what is being translated to you, without words in the care that you're receiving or not receiving, and the attention to your vagina and lady parts that you're probably not getting to the level that you need it. So that's why I think it's important to know. So let's dive into talking about, well, first you're the first certified urogynecologist female in the us. That's amazing. Yeah. What prompted you to want to go into urogynecology? [08:06] You know, what's interesting. So I told you I started out in general surgery and I was the person who I wanted more of a relationship with my patients and listen, general surgeons are amazing people, but I found for me, they were too much like body mechanics, you know, get in, get the job done, get out, but I, and not have a relationship with the patients. And so I wanted a relationship with, with the patients I was going around on general surgery and I was the one who was rounding and being. [08:56] I didn't necessarily wanna deliver the babies partially. Cause I like to sleep at night babies come at all hours of the day. And so they told me that doesn't exist. It doesn't exist. And it wasn't until my very last rotation as a OB GYN resident that I did Euro guide. And I'm like, this is amazing. I mean, this is what I've been telling people. I wanna do, you know, I was being told before, like, that's blasphemous, you can't just do the surgical aspect. And so, yeah. So I found that and uh, I got really lucky because I was a month from graduation and most fellowships have already accepted their fellows into the program. [09:59] Yeah. Amazing. And so you've had this really deep dive into pelvic floor disorder. I know you're very passionate about the VA biome and you're holding this event, uh, the puppy vagina rally, that's coming up soon. We will have a link in the show notes for you guys to sign up. And what are some of the most interesting things that you learned doing the interviews for this event about the vagina that you would like to share with. [10:32] Everyone? You know, it's been so much fun cuz every time I interview people, I think like all of us as we talk to people, it's not just the conversation, but then it's an exchange and we're learning so much from each other. I think, you know, part of it was being traditionally trained. We didn't get a lot of training in sexuality. In fact, actually they took it out of the curriculum when I was in medical school. And I think even when it was in the curriculum, it was only like a week long. So we have a couple speakers that talk about sexuality that like from Susan Bratton to, I have a woman who is the erotic massage coach. [11:31] And I'm like bringing in this woman, who's the tic massage coach, like talking to her, first of all, she is just so much fun. I'm like, wow, I never even thought about that as like an option. And when you first hear about it, she does these classes on like how to like kind of, you know, get your partner aroused. But I was like, well, that doesn't sound fun for, for me or the woman, but it is super empowering. [12:27] So it has been really enlightening along the way. And of course we have you talking about menopause on the summit too. So a lot of fun little tidbits from Dr. Karen. So it is just, it was a lot of fun making it. And I mean, I can't, I could go off on hours for all the different speakers that we had. We actually had to kind of hold it down to 30 speakers. Cause that was the other thing at first, it was turning into this week long summit. And my, I really wanted to address busy women because I don't know about you, but I don't really have a lot of time to sit there and watch a lot of videos. So I wanted, we decided to par it down, make it 30, 30 different speakers over a four day period. So in like short half hour session. So you could just kind of get in, get the information and get back on, you know, with your life. [13:18] Yeah, I am super excited to hear it. Definitely wanna hear about that massage therapist you talked about. So why is the vagina so important? I know some women here get it. Any woman who's had recurrent Vitis. Oh my gosh. That's probably one of the most frustrating things for women. And if you've had that, you probably know what a big deal the vagina is. But I think that most people don't get the importance of the vagina. Just like they don't get the importance of their mouth. People are like, yeah, my mouth, what do you, what about it? I chew food. I swallow it. I go to the dentist, I brush my teeth big deal. And I'm like, no, your mouth is everything. So why is the vagina so important when it comes to women's health? [14:05] And it it's been fascinating over the years to find the connections between the gut, the brain and the vagina. And even if you're talking about the mouth, when we talk about microbiome, so microbiome are the small microorganisms that live in different areas of our body. So our microbiome of our mouth is different than that of our gut is different than the vagina, but they all interact. So, you know, starting with the mouth, we're 75% of us are chronically dehydrated. So if you're dehydrated, you're gonna actually throw off the healthy bacteria in the mouth and that's where your digestion begins. And if your digestion isn't good or the bacteria in your mouth, isn't good. [14:56] That's gonna throw off your gut health and your stomach health. And we know that the gut health, 95% of our happy hormones are made in our gut. And 80% of our immune system is made in our gut. So if our gut is off, that can lead to inflammatory conditions, autoimmune conditions, probably 90% of the medical conditions out there today are either caused by or aggravated by things in the gut. And then things like anxiety and depression are aggravated by our gut. And then if the gut is off, that throws off the microbiome of the vagina, and then we're more susceptible to recurrent geese and recurrent vaginal infections. [15:57] And so it will dampen sex drive and fertility. And because the brain doesn't know the difference between wanting to have a baby wanting to have fun. So now a lot of times we, you know, women, especially postmenopausal women would come in that like I have no sex drive, gimme hormones and hormones are a great tool and they are amazing and they work, but in some women, it doesn't completely fix the problem. And then we gotta go look at the, the microbiome because if the microbiome of the vagina is off, the brain is going okay, it shouldn't be reproducing right now. Let's dampen everything. [16:46] I think that's so important. So thank you for highlighting that is that, you know, with the modern age birth control, we have uncoupled sex from reproduction and we just wanna have it because we enjoy it. It improves intimacy or for whatever reason your body doesn't see it that way, it still sees it. As you get, you're rewarded with a sex drive when you are optimally healthy, cuz then it thinks you'll make a healthy baby and you'll be around to take care of it for 18 years. But how interesting that there's data that if you, your vaginal environment is off, that it's gonna feed back into your brain to be a kill switch on your sex drive. [17:50] Yeah. And then it feeds into, you know, hormones do play a part because if we're not getting estrogen well and there's other receptors in the vagina, if we're not getting hormones to the vagina, the vaginal tissue thins out and our healthy bacteria, the lactobacillus lives in like the symbiotic relationship with us. Like it lives off our, off of our dead tissues, which sounds kind of gross, but it eats something called glycogen and it survives on that. And in return, the healthy bacteria produces hydro peroxide, which keeps the vagina very acidic, which fights all the yeast and the bacteria. [18:40] Everything connects to everything else, thing else everything's related. Um, and I love how I love when women see that light bulb go off and no longer is it like, oh, I just have a recurrent vaginitis problem. And they get it that, oh my gut micro flora is off. Oh my mouth, my hormones. Right? All these things. And so we're gonna have a link to the happy vagina rally. I'm wondering, they're gonna get lots of great information there. There's so many women I find in their forties and fifties who start having problems with their pelvic floor. And I find I'm amazed by this. You're probably used to this. They don't even wanna talk about it, but to their providers, cuz they're so embarrassed, I've had women, uh, and I'll ask them, are you having a problem with, you know, something protruding from your vagina you're notch for what it is and they'll go yes. And I say, well, why don't you say something? [19:59] Sure. You know, this is, I can't tell you. I mean, being a gynecologist is what I did every single day of my life. And yet every single day I would have a woman in the office that goes, oh, I'm the only one this has ever happened to. Right. and I'm like, no, in fact, actually 50% of women will have a pelvic floor support problem. And so the way we're built, unfortunately gravity takes over everything. I mean, you know, everything starts heading south, you know, from our boobs to like ear lobes to our vaginas and some women who've had babies are a little higher risk of things, drooping and dropping though. [20:52] I mean, we're just, everything's going to gravity. And so inside our pelvis, you have your bladder, you have the vagina, you have the rectum and these things can start drooping and dropping and falling out. And part of it's from ligament damage, not, you know, you know, whether it's having a baby or being constipated and straining too much or maybe coughing or lifting something too heavy. And then the problem is we start losing muscle mass. We lose about 8% muscle mass for every decade that we live. [21:42] But what lot of times they'll say like, well, sometimes people come in, they think they have a tumor. Cause all of a sudden something's hanging between their legs. Mm-hmm and usually it's the vagina that's bulging. You're seeing the mucosa, like the skin of the vagina that's protruding. And well, sometimes we refer like the bladders falling out, the vagina is falling out. The uterus is falling out the rectum falling out. Like nothing's gonna be falling and dropping on the floor. [22:27] Or the rectum's gonna start leaning on the vagina and push it out. And basically everything's just kind of flopping and collapsing and stage four prolapse is actually where the vagina can fall down and turn inside out and hang between the legs. So that is possible. So if you're experiencing anything that's dripping or dropping, you know, get it checked out. Uh, at the same time, I know it's kind of shocking. If so that happens, cuz it can be a gradual process or somebody could lift something heavy. And if they're not lifting properly, you gotta blow out as you're lifting. But if you hold your breath and all of a sudden pop there goes something and you're finding it between your legs, it is not a surgical emergency. [23:31] Yeah, it is shocking cuz nobody talks about it, but we're talking about it and I'm glad you're here. So now if it happens to you or your BFF send texts, you what is this photo? And you can be like, no problem. It's PE it's pop pelvic organ prolapse. Yes I got you. Right. And so like, say that did happen. I know I've heard, I knew this doctor, she trained up in the Appalachia and she's like, they would put potatoes, put a potato up there to hold it up. [24:02] You know, what's so funny in ancient Egypt, they used to use like rocks or pomegranates. And then Roman times they'd use rocks or potatoes, which I don't recommend any of those things. They do make medical devices called pessaries, which are usually made out of silicone. And they're coming all kinds of crazy shapes and sizes. Some like look like very small Frisbees all the way to, they look like donuts or cubes. [24:48] Some people have heard about vaginal mesh and I see the 1-800-BAD-DRUG commercials. And I have to say vaginal mesh is not a hundred percent as bad as it was made out to be, but that's a whole nother topic. But when I first came out, I was doing surgery on everybody cuz that's what you were treating to do. And then one day I realized, wait a minute, why am I doing surgery? If it's not bothering the person or if it's not causing health conditions. And so you don't necessarily need to have surgery there's non-surgical options. Or if it's not causing recurrent urinary tract infections or it's not affecting your kidneys, it can actually just be followed and you can kind of leave it alone and manage it that way. But you do have to get it checked out to make sure it's not affecting your kidneys or your urinary tract. [25:33] Yeah. So what is a treatment? So pessaries are one option. The mesh was big fiasco and our doctors even using mesh at this point, say there's somebody listening. Who's like knows that she's got stress, urine incontinence. She's got a cystic seal, right? The bladder's falling. Maybe she has a recusal and or an entere. So the backside's coming down too. What should she look for in trying to find someone to complete a surgical repair for her? What, what things are available? [26:03] You know, there's are some regular gynecologists are very well trained in this, but I, of course I'm a little partial to Euro gynecologists or someone who's gone through female pelvic reconstructive training the problem with any of the surgeries. And this is something that as a profession we've learned over time is none of them are a hundred percent permanent. It's not like you get your appendix out and like you no longer have your appendix like the process that caused you to have that in the first PA place. And the fact that we know that some people are just genetically have weaker tissue, even when you put it back surgically, it can recur. [26:50] So there are a number of surgeries. There's ones that go can go through the vagina and it's not like people always ask, well, why don't you just find the ligaments that are torn and just rehook up into those? Well, a lot of times those ligaments are so thin and non-existent, there's not anything really to rehook up into, but there are still vaginal procedures though. The vaginal mesh only refers to the mesh that's placed through the vagina and mesh has been used for surgery for hernia surgery since the eighties. So mesh is actually still used, but it's actually placed in through the abdomen and that's not considered vaginal mesh. [27:41] And people always ask like, is a robot doing my surgery? And I'm like, no, no, no, it's the doctor's running the robot. The robot has the ability to do finer movements. So mm-hmm and then basically they're reconstructing and wrapping this material. And it's usually like a thin mesh around the vagina and kind of attaching it to the tailbone to reconstruct that, that ligament. And then I have to say over the years, I've gotten a lot of, uh, questions about mesh. Like some people picture it in their mind as being like a window screen. It's not that rough. [28:29] When you were talking about like, why can't you just reattach the tendon? So I was thinking it's not like a cut shoelace. It's more like panty hose. That's been so stretched. [28:39] Exactly. Exactly. Yeah. If you could like run in your that's a great I and where were you when I BA Brazilians of years ago? And I could have used that. Yeah. Like if you get a run in your, your stockings, you're not gonna sit there and try to try to sew it back up cuz you're just gonna make more runs and it's just gonna keep going. And there's really not much to pull together. [29:00] And the mesh. Yeah. It's like TWI or it is like panty hose kind of like a really fine fishnet panty hose, but alright, so some great solutions there. Well tell them about what they're going. Who else is gonna be, uh, the happy vagina rally summit. I'm there? You talked about Susan. She's amazing. Any other people and we will have the link in the show notes and it airs on what days? [29:28] June 9th through 12th. [29:30] Ninth through 12. Yeah. So anything else you wanna share about what? Good goodness they will get there. [29:35] Yeah. Even though we call it the happy vagina rally, it's not everything about vaginas is we're talking everything from perimenopause to menopause and vaginal health. So we're kind of covering it all. So we have Kevin Ellis, the bone coach talking about osteoporosis when, uh, which was actually interesting. When I interviewed with him on his podcast, we actually found studies that connected bone health with vaginal health, which I was fascinated by. I was like, what? We have people like Susan Bretton. We have we Jagger. Who's the, the erotic therapist. We have JJ Virgin talking about sugar and your diet. We have Deborah Atkinson talking about exercise and how, why we can't lose weight. As we get older. I have Dr. Aika Becca talking about hysterectomies and menopause. I have some your other urogynecologist talking about prolapse, talking about incontinence, different vulva dermatology, a vulva dermatologist on Dr. Lynette Maren. [31:21] Vagina smoothies. There's a pelvic meditation. This was actually fun. I, I, I actually created this pelvic meditation. I started looking into things beyond traditional medicine and looking into some of these alternative therapies and sound therapy and certain wavelengths that are supposed to stimulate your pelvic chakra, which is opens up creativity. And we created a pelvic meditation at a certain frequency as with something called Bial beats where it's like slightly different tones in each ear and actually has a relaxing property to the brain, which was actually fascinating to look into and create. So we have a little bit of everything going on. It it's all gonna be a lot of fun. [32:33] Can, and it's funny, you mention, it's funny, you mentioned the vagina spa because that's in the works. That's in the works. [32:40] Ah . Yeah. And you know, I was gonna ask you along those lines, I have to we'll end with this. So I go to this, don't tell anyone, but like one of my favorite places in Atlanta, when I go there is Jeju sauna. Do you know Jaju? [32:55] No. [32:56] So JJO is this, I don't know. It's like 20,000 square feet, Korean bathhouse up in Gwinnett county. Oh. And they have first off every kind of sauna you could wanna go to. Right? They've got the Jade sauna and this salt rock sauna and the gold sauna. And like all these saunas, they've got steam rooms, they've got the best foot reflexology I've ever had. Every time I go there, I get the foot reflexology. They have this Korean scrub where the women, you lay naked on this table. It's like this big room of all these, they look like surgical tables T VH, and they scrub you down. You're like totally naked. They have a towel over your head. If you didn't know what was happening, you'd think it was really weird. And they scrub down to your body with this scrub and it is, it is just, it's wonderful. [34:08] You know, it's funny you bring that up cuz I know that was made super popular, especially with Gwyneth PTRO. I know she's been kind of touted as making that super trendy and there is a lot of belief that vaginal steaming can help with fertility or the biome or menopause. I think when you come, I I'm really into body mind spirit. So I think if you believe it's gonna help, it's going to help. And I think it's maybe very relaxing, but honestly it doesn't work anywhere close to what people think it believes does. They think they're gonna sit on this pot of herbs and that this steam is gonna go up in the vagina and clean it out. But Reno is gynecologists. [35:05] So the steam is really not gonna get up there. Plus you have the lips of the VVA that are kind of protective and for most, and there's so much, I always say, vulvas are like snowflakes. There's not like there's not, they all they're all look different. But for the most part, the lips of the VVA are kind of keeping that area closed. So it would be really difficult for that team to get up in there and steam things out the way people are picturing it. But if you think it's relaxing to do so, I'm like, okay, you know, go ahead and do it though. [36:05] Yeah. So if you've had one, check me out on Instagram or Betsy and let's hear your experience, I'd love to know I did it one time cuz I wanted to see and the herbs are great. You get to breathe them in. So I'm wondering if actually it has more respiratory benefit than anything else I else have [36:26] I'm with you. Like the vaginas collapsed down. It's not a stove pipe and so I don't really know how much benefit there is to it. But I do think that if you have a belief around it and it could be working at an energetic level on the energy body and on that SAC chakra, that is all about creativity. So I we'd love to hear your thoughts and opinions on that. So check out Betsy on her Instagram, what's your Instagram, Betsy [36:52] At Dr. Dr. And then Betsy Greenleaf underscore you gotta put the underscore. This is my second account. I kind of okay. off the Instagram. Talk about not keeping my mouth shut. I off the Instagram. God's the first, the first account. So [37:06] yeah. Well, let's end with this other quote you had from Anne Rand, which I love it. The question isn't who's going to let me it's who is going to stop me? Well, Instagram may try, but the vagina lives on with the happy vagina rally. Thank you so much for joining me, Dr. Betsy Greenleaf, we will see you at the happy vagina rally. [37:33] And thank you for joining us for another episode up the hormone prescription with Dr. Kirin. It's been my pleasure to have you here today. I want you to take in mind some of the things that we've shared. If you learned something that could benefit another woman, please do consider sharing it. And I want you to think about developing your voice and not being silent. What is it that you need to speak up about and be truthful about? [38:00] Thank you so much for listening. I know that incredible vitality occurs for women over 40. When we learn to speak hormone and balance these vital regulators to create the health and the life that we deserve. If you're enjoying this podcast, I'd love it. If you give me a review and subscribe, it really does help this podcast out so much. You can visit the hormone prescription.com, where we have some free gifts for you, and you can sign up to have a hormone evaluation with me on the podcast to gain clarity into your personal situation until next time, remember, take small steps each day to balance your hormones and watch the wonderful changes in your health that begin to unfold for you. Get Dr. Betsy Greenleaf's FREE Yoni Meditation: Unlock your creativity, release emotions that don't service you and trigger pelvic emotional healing. 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Dr. Betsy Greenleaf is the first woman in the states to become board certified in Euro gynecology. She is the owner of Greenleaf Health and Wellness, CEO of the Pelvic Floor Store, host of two podcasts, and best-selling author here to discuss the gut vagina connection. Dr. Cates and Dr. Greenleaf discuss how this connection is related to how often we get urinary tract infections and yeast infections, the importance of kegals, and tools for creating better vaginal health through your gut. Fertility and sex drive are often dictated by bacteria within the vagina. Want to improve your fertility and desire for sex…tune in to learn how to adjust your bacteria and diet. This episode is here for your vagina health, from menopause to pH balance after sex and everything in between. Key Takeaways: Prevention of UTIs, pelvic floor prolapse, and incontinence. [4:26] What is happening within the vagina naturally and how your diet impacts its natural protective capabilities. [7:10] How to make connections between a UTI or vagina infection and the rest of the body, like the gut. [10:20] Antibiotics can throw off your gut health for up to a year. [11:20] Boric acid suppositories are a solution to help manage yeast or bacteria. [13:17] Postmenopausal women's solutions for vagina health. [17:25] The different types of probiotics for vagina health. [18:30] Solutions to prevent or reduce urinary incontinence and pelvic prolapse. [19:12] Where to Find Betsy Greenleaf: Memorable Quotes: “We have a microbiome in the vagina that is also very unique to the area that it's in.” “We want to have our guts filled with healthy bacteria so that we are constantly keeping the vagina healthy…So if our gut is not healthy, the vagina's not going to be healthy.” “The pH of the vagina is very acidic, but the pH of semen is very basic…so that can throw off the vagina.”
Meet Dr. Betsy Greenleaf, a pelvic health specialist and the first-ever board-certified female Urogynecologist in the United States. By combining conventional medicine with alternative medicine, she is able to help her patients thrive. In this episode, you'll learn why it's so important to keep a healthy vaginal microbiome. Dr. Betsy will also share her insights and recommendations for optimal health and fertility. By focusing on the microbiome, you are using a tool that is often overlooked but incredibly effective. Key Topics and Takeaways: Dr. Betsy explains what Urogynecology is. Why the vaginal microbiome matters. How a woman's vaginal microbiome affects fertility and her sex drive. The connection between the brain and vagina. Strategies to keep your vaginal microbiome healthy. Next-generation sequencing vs. PCR testing. Spiritual and emotional remedies. Where To Find Dr. Betsy Greenleaf: https://drbetsygreenleaf.com/ https://pelvicfloorstore.com/ https://happyvaginarally.com/ @drbetsygreenleaf_ Memorable Quotes: “You start to realize that we're not alone. I'm not talking about aliens, but then our body is basically covered both internally and externally with bazillions of bacteria.” (5:05, Dr. Betsy) “Regardless of whether or not you're trying to conceive right now, there's value in getting these swabs and then going through some level of protocol or program.” (14:52, Dr. Fox) “I think it's okay to try something for like a week. And if it's not getting any better or things don't seem to be working, like after a week of trying something, you really need to bring in a professional that can take a look at things a little bit.” (20:57, Dr. Betsy) “So one of the things is we know that when the vaginal microbiome is off, it's very inflammatory and so it can increase the risk of preterm labor and potentially even miscarriage. So that, that's why it's important to get tested.” (25:53, Dr. Betsy) “We all should bow to our vagus nerve 'cause it really is what helps keep us in a state of balance.” (29:40, Dr. Fox) “The body wants to be in balance. So we just sometimeTake the fertility quiz: https://www.healthyouniversity.co/fertility-quizSchedule a Fertile Health Assessment: https://www.healthyouniversity.co/programsFollow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.susan.fox/
Betsy Greenleaf is a Premier women's health expert, a best-selling author, entrepreneur, inventor, and business leader specializing in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery for over 20 years, Dr. Greenleaf, is a trailblazer as the first female in the United States to become board certified in Urogynecology.She possesses a professional reputation that has led to being sought after by medical societies, associations, and corporations to provide lectures, teaching, and advanced training. In 2018, she was honored with the title of distinguished fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Obstetrics and Gynecology for her service and dedication to the field. She holds committee positions on many national women's health organizations. She is a board examiner for the American Osteopathic Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She serves as a spokesperson for the American Osteopathic Association, with her quotes appearing in many major media outlets. She was recently awarded the Future of Healthcare Impact Award at the prestigious Mindshare Summit 2021 for her TED-like talk on the brain-gut-vagina connection.
Betsy Greenleaf, D.O.: “We buy pads and adult diapers and blame it on aging, when there's so much you can do to strengthen the pelvic floor that you don't need to even get to that part of your life.” Greenleaf, a board-certified urogynecologist and pelvic floor expert, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss why pelvic floor health matters at every age, plus: - How to know if your pelvic floor is weak & what to do (~02:38) - How to train your bladder (~14:22) - How often you should pee in a day (~16:22) - The best probiotic strains for vaginal health (~25:39) - Why you shouldn't actually squat over public toilets (~29:29) Referenced in the episode: - Read more about Greenleaf & her work. - Check out Greenleaf's upcoming health summit, The Happy Vagina Rally, about menopause and pelvic health. - Read more about pelvic floor health & why it's important. - View mbg's pee color chart & what it says about your health. Enjoy this episode sponsored by Uprising Foods! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com.
In this week's episode, we are joined by Dr. Betsy Greenleaf, the first female Urogynecologist in the United States. Dr. Greenleaf is a women's health expert, best-selling authors, and a business leader specializing in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery for over 20 years. Through her own experience of pregnancy and childbirth, Dr. Greenleaf has learned how important vaginal health can be. Join me as she shares her experience and knowledge about Urogynecology and answers questions about strengthening the pelvic floor, reducing your chances of vaginal prolapse, and maintaining a healthy vaginal microbiome. If you enjoyed this episode of the Pretty Little Tribe Podcast, make sure you rate us five stars wherever you're listening, and we'll see you next week! Find Dr. Greenleaf: Instagram: @drbetsygreenleaf Website: https://drbetsygreenleaf.com/ Website: https://greenleafbewell.com/ Online Store: https://pelvicfloorstore.com/ Follow us on Instagram! @prettylittletribe Music: Miss Summer by Roa Music | https://soundcloud.com/roa_music1031 Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US
Do you suffer from yeast infections, or bacterial vaginosis, or urinary tract infections? Are you concerned about your pelvic floor health? Have you ever wondered what your vagina needs to stay balanced and healthy? I promise, it's not what you've been told. Would you like to be more empowered around your vagina health? Well then, this episode is for you! Bio: Premier women's health expert, a best-selling author, entrepreneur, inventor, and business leader specializing in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery for over 20 years, Dr. Greenleaf, is a trailblazer as the first female in the United States to become board certified. She serves as a spokesperson for the American Osteopathic Association, with her quotes appearing in many major media outlets. She was recently awarded the Future of Healthcare Impact Award at the prestigious Mindshare Summit 2021 for her TED-like talk on the brain-gut-vagina connection. She is the owner of Greenleaf Health & Wellness, CEO of The Pelvic Floor Store, an online store dedicated to finding reliable pelvic health products. She is a best selling co-author of You Were Made To Be Unstoppable. She will be the host of The Happy Vagina Summit, a pelvic health summit. She is also currently writing a book on pelvic health called The Happy Vagina Diet. Dr. Greenleaf takes a holistic body-mind-spirit approach to healing and wellness. She believes many of the answers to a healthy life are found within. She views her role in life as your wellness guide. Triple Board Certified: Obstetrics and Gynecology from the American Board of Osteopathic Obstetrics and Gynecology Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery from the American Board of Osteopathic Obstetrics and Gynecology Procedural Medicine and Aesthetics from the American Association of Procedural Medicine Business Training MBA with a concentration in Strategic Management from the Fox School of Business, Temple University Class of 2020 MS in Strategic Management, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship Candidate currently Mission Statement: - Empowering individuals to find health & wellness through self-discovery and education. - Bringing the subject of pelvic health to the forefront through open dialogue and education. - Focusing on the mind-body-spirit connection and how “You are greater than the sum of your parts.” In This Episode We Discuss: The vaginal microbiome and how your diet and lifestyle affect your vaginal health. Bringing the vagina discussion out in the open How she became the first female board certified Urogynecologist in the U.S. The importance of strengthening your pelvic floor The proper way to do Kegels The DON'T PUSH method!! Let the bladder muscle do its job Safe regenerative therapies to support the vagina The Brain-Gut-Vagina connection How the Vaginal Microbiome could affect libido and infertility Yeast and what you should know How to heal through the 3-legged stool approach. Resources: Website: https://greenleafbewell.com https://pelvicfloorstore.com Podcasts: Some of Your Parts https://someofyourparts.libsyn.com/ Body Mind Spirit https://www.wytv7.org/body-mind-spirit Summit: The Happy Vagina Rally LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drbetsygreenleaf/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/drbetsygreenleaf_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenleafbewell https://www.facebook.com/dr.betsy.greenleaf/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrBGreenleaf Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drbetsygreenleaf YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdu6ZIxyAYGKsmJPtEvTS4w TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drbetsygreenleaf?lang=en Connect with Jayne: Website: https://www.jaynewilliams.com/ Instagram: @jayne_williamswellness https://www.instagram.com/jayne_williamswellness/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaynewilliamswellness/
On this episode we will be discussing the impact of nutrition on reproductive health, especially for women. If you have ever wondered how your diet affects your reproductive health at different life stages. Our special guest today dives deep into this topic with us today. She is Dr. Betsy Greenleaf. She is a gynecologist and the first female in the United States to become board certified in Urogynecology. She is a distinguished fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Obstetrics and Gynecology. She is also a board examiner for the American Osteopathic Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She is the founder of Greenleaf Health & Wellness, The Pelvic Institute. You can visit her here: greenleafbewell.com ------ To expand nutrition education in your school visit: foodniche-ed.com ------- To attend exceptional food industry conferences, discover and network with food industry change makers visit: foodnicher.com ------ To connect with Food + Health Talks host Dr. Julia Olayanju visit: juliaolayanju.com or connect with her on LinkedIn, Instagram and Twitter @juliaolayanju #food #foodhealth #mentalhealth #microbiome --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
We're officially one year old here at Your Longevity Blueprint! Wow! To celebrate, I'm taking a trip back through my past guest's Top Tips to remind us all how simple longevity can be. Many of the top tips include sleep, self-care and gratitude, and balancing your hormones. The Biggest Top Tips for Function Health and Longevity Fill your own cup first. Slow down, love yourself, and develop a daily happiness practice. Connect with others and prioritize a healthy community. Balance your hormones and keep a regular check on them. Your Longevity Blueprint's Top Tips from Guests What a year it's been! I've had the pleasure of meeting and speaking with so many incredible experts in their fields. I love to celebrate this milestone by sharing some of their top tips. Top Longevity Tip #1 Tune in to your beliefs. Both the beliefs about your body and about what's possible for you. Tuning into your beliefs opens up the door to longevity and wellbeing. Listen to the full episode with Jen Broyles here. Top Longevity Tip #2 Find joy every single day. The regular act of finding joy and gratitude improves your baseline happiness and longevity. Listen to the full episode with Dr. Lauryn Lax here. Top Longevity Tip #3 Take control of your own health without relying on doctors or prescription drugs. You have the power within you and need to be your own best advocate. Listen to the full episode with Dr. Deb Matthew here. Top Longevity Tip #4 Practice self-love and discover plant medicine. Plant medicine helps you dissolve the ego and get back in touch with your inner child. Also, slow down as a way of life. Listen to the full episode with Shawn Wells here. Top Longevity Tip #5 Make a decision to fix your health and your life and don't stop until you're healed. You're in a position of power to impact your life. Listen to the full episode with Jane Hogan here. Top Longevity Tip #6 Work on your internal happiness and stress. Find what you love and what lights you up and make that a daily habit. Listen to the full episode with Margie Bissinger here. Top Longevity Tip #7 Magnesium is the key to longevity. Magnesium is involved in more than 300 processes in our body, we need to help supplement our body the best way we can. Listen to the full episode with Dr. Anshul Gupta here. Top Longevity Tip #8 Balance your hormones. Get your hormones optimized early, keep your hormones optimized, and then exercise, eat right, and decrease your toxins. Listen to the full episode with Dr. Gary Donovitz here. Top Longevity Tip #9 Daily movement. Just move your body every single day. Listen to the full episode with Jodi Sternoff Cohen here. Top Longevity Tip #10 Build a community around you. Have people in your life who you can be yourself with and who give you a purpose is extraordinarily important. Listen to the full episode with Genevieve White here. Top Longevity Tip #11 Get in a sauna at least every other day. A little goes a long way to boost your health and longevity. Listen to the full episode with Nicole Carlson here. Top Longevity Tip #12 Sleep for 7-8 hours every single night. Quality sleep improves your circadian function and has a vital role in longevity. Listen to the full episode with Steven Dake here. Top Longevity Tip #13 Marisol Teijeiro Work on the 3 S's: Sleep, Stress, and Stools. When you're owning your sleep, stress, and stools, you have more control over your life. It gives you an understanding of who you are and where your health levels are at. Listen to the full episode with Dr. Marisol Teijeiro here. Top Longevity Tip #14 Improve your lifestyle with adequate nutrition and rest. Don't just remove the problem, get yourself back up to sufficiency after removing the problem. Listen to the full episode with Dr. William Pawluk here. Top Longevity Tip #15 If you're having symptoms in one place, look elsewhere in your body for where they might stem from. Sleep, diet, hydration, and stress levels all need to be considered and balanced at all times. Listen to the full episode with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf here. Top Longevity Tip #16 Balance your hormones. Hormones are the communicators of your body, they need to be in balance to keep everything running smoothly. Listen to the full episode with Dr. Kyrin Dunston here. Top Longevity Tip #17 Show up for yourself and put yourself first. Taking care of yourself first allows you to nurture and care for other people. You can't pour from an empty cup! Listen to the full episode with Dr. Tabatha Barber here. Top Longevity Tip #18 Have good relationships. Have loving good relationships with yourself, with God, and with others. Listen to the full episode with Dr. Anna Cabeca here. Top Longevity Tip #19 Felice Gersh Always hold those dear to you, maintain a connection with other people, remain purposeful, and have love in your life. Listen to Part One with Dr. Felice Gersh here. Listen to Part Two with Dr. Felice Gersh here. What top tip will you adopt first? Start with one and see how your quality of life improves. For everything else, call the Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic today and schedule your first appointment at 319-363-0033. Quotes “We all need to be responsible. We need to take care of ourselves, because I believe that living well is the best medicine.” [2:52] - Dr. Deb Matthew “Where are your hormones today? Where are those hormones in relation to your age? Get your hormones optimized early, keep your hormones optimized, and then exercise, eat right, and decrease your toxins. If you do all of those things, which is not hard, you'll live a much longer life. But moreover, you'll live a much happier life.” [8:50] - Dr. Gary Donovitz “Everything that you're doing in your life is influencing those people that you love. Your staff, your family, your friends, your husbands, your spouses, your lovers. Everybody is being influenced by what you do. If you have some high integrity, take care of yourself, and put yourself first. They will, too. That's the longevity key right there!” [18:17] - Dr. Tabatha Barber Links & Resources Get 10% Off Magnesium Supplements with code MAGNESIUM and Check Out the Blog Post: The Magnificence of Magnesium Find Your Longevity Blueprint Online Follow Your Longevity Blueprint on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | LinkedIn Get your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses here Find Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray on Facebook | Instagram | Youtube | Twitter | LinkedIn Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic Podcast Production by the team at Counterweight Creative Related Episodes Episode 27: Top 20 Longevity Tips From 2020 Episode 32: Happy Hormones For Life With Dr. Deb Matthew Episode 39: Biote Hormone Pellet Therapy With Dr. Gary Donovitz Episode 52: Functional Gynecology With Dr. Tabatha Barber
Health is wealth, and for many women, that should include your vagina. The vagina is host to an active microbiome that, when not taken care of, can affect your overall health. Hayley Foster has a satisfying conversation with The Vagina Doctor herself, Dr. Betsy Greenleaf. In this episode, they cover all things vagina, longevity, supporting women in business, and so much more. Dr. Greenleaf talks about why she went into urogynecology and her interest in helping other women. She then discusses the importance of the vaginal microbiome as it relates to gut health and vaginal health. If you're on your way to stepping up your overall health and wellness but missing something, then maybe you're overlooking the importance of your vagina. Vaginas need love too. Allow this conversation to remind you.
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is the most common cause of female infertility. I'm joined by Dr. Felice Gersh, a leading OB-GYN treating patients with PCOS, to talk about the signs, symptoms, and long-term effects of the syndrome. Felice also shares some of the benefits of PCOS when you have it under control. You Need to Have Two of These Three Symptoms for a PCOS Diagnosis: Irregular menstrual cycle High levels of Androgens in a blood test An ultrasound showing tiny cysts in the ovaries About Dr. Felice Gersh Felice Gersh, M.D. is a multi-award-winning physician with dual board certifications in OB-GYN and Integrative Medicine. She is the founder and director of the Integrative Medical Group of Irvine, a practice that provides comprehensive health care for women by combining the best evidence-based therapies from conventional, naturopathic, and holistic medicine. She taught obstetrics and gynecology at Keck USC School of Medicine for 12 years as an Assistant Clinical Professor, where she received the highly coveted Outstanding Volunteer Clinical Faculty Award. She now serves as an Affiliate Faculty Member at the Fellowship in Integrative Medicine, through the University of Arizona School of Medicine, where she lectures and regularly grades the case presentations written by the Fellowship students for their final exams. Felice Gersh, M.D. is the bestselling author of PCOS SOS and the PCOS SOS Fertility Fast Track, and she has published articles in peer-reviewed medical journals. She is a prolific lecturer and features in several films and documentary series, including The Real Skinny on Fat with Montel Williams and Fasting with Valter Longo, Ph.D. What Exactly is PCOS? Dr. Felice Gersh is a leading expert on Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). She explains what PCOS is and how common it is among women, affecting between 6% - 12% of Americans. A woman must have two of three specific symptoms of PCOS in order to have a diagnosis. However, there are so many other symptoms related to the syndrome, including excess facial hair, weight gain, and acne outside of puberty. Felice says that one of the leading causes of the rise in PCOS is our reliance on plastics. Plastic, even BPA-free plastic, is toxic. It's an endocrine disrupter that impacts women of all ages. There is no safe amount of plastic at any point and the risks are higher during pregnancy. Society, Women, and PCOS Felice explains that PCOS existed in women throughout history. The excess testosterone had biological benefits, allowing for extra strength and stamina when needed. As society and culture changed, however, and the introduction of chemicals, this excess testosterone leads to health complications. Society's reliance on pollutants and toxins, from plastic bottles to chemical cleaning products, has a negative effect on women with PCOS. Felice shares why this is and how you can start reducing your exposure to these pollutants. PCOS increases your risk of a number of long-term health issues, such as diabetes, and Felice recommends seeking out treatment. She does not recommend the birth control pill for women with PCOS as it disrupts hormones more than they already are, simply masking a bigger problem. Do you have irregular periods? While it might feel nice not having to deal with a regular menstrual cycle, it is damaging for your health. Call the Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic today and schedule your first appointment at 319-363-0033. Quotes “There's no safe plastic. That's important to know. If it's made out of plastic, it's got something in it that is an endocrine disrupter and is toxic to you. There's nothing out of plastic that you can put any label on that is going to make it safe.” [11:55] “We now know, unfortunately, that BPA in pregnancy concentrates in the fetus. The amount that's circulating in the maternal blood is significantly less than what's actually in the fetus. It gave people the wrong idea. There's really no safe level of poison. It's just safer. Less is better than more. Not to mention the interactions with all the other endocrine disrupters in the body.” [12:17] “Estrogen is the glue that glues metabolic functions of the body to reproductive functions so it all works together to create one whole, healthy female. So she can safely reproduce and stay healthy.” [16:46] “Women with PCOS, unlike women with menopause, do have estrogen, they just don't have enough. Whereas with menopause, ultimately their ovaries make no estrogen, women with PCOS just don't make enough. But we have poor women with PCOS because they're now producing all this testosterone. Now, why would they make all this testosterone? It's because it's part of the assembly line to make estradiol, the estrogen from the ovaries. If the brain is saying, ‘I don't have enough estrogen,' it puts out the signal, called luteinizing hormone, via the pituitary gland, which triggers the ovary to make the precursor to estradiol: testosterone. Now, you're making all this luteinizing hormone, it goes high, and now you're making all this testosterone, but you have this block so you can't go down the assembly line smoothly to turn it into estradiol. So the brain keeps saying ‘more estrogen' which makes more LH, which makes more testosterone. It's a comedy but without the fun part. You have this assembly line and you can't get from this step to this step properly.” [19:08] “There are innate benefits of being PCOS. If we can take our bodies back to their origins, back to their original healthy state, without all these chemicals or toxic food, we can recreate the health and vibrant life of a woman with PCOS without all the negative stuff.” [25:03] “It doesn't make sense to give birth control pills to women with PCOS. We have to have better ways to deal with both contraception and all the manifestations of PCOS.” [38:46] In This Episode What PCOS is and what the symptoms are [5:15] How common PCOS is among women [9:15] How much plastic to use [11:00] The connection between pregnancy and BPA plastic [13:00] What the problem with excess testosterone is [20:15] How our modern society, pollutants, and toxins negatively affect women with PCOS [24:00] What PCOS increases your risk of [27:00] The problem with birth control pills [35:00] Links & Resources Use Code BERBERINE for 10% Off Berberine Support Get Your Free Gift: Menopause SOS by Dr. Felice Gersh Buy PCOS SOS Fertility Fast Track: The 12-week plan to optimize your chances of a successful pregnancy and a healthy baby by Dr. Felice Gersh Buy PCOS SOS: A Gynecologist's Lifeline To Naturally Restore Your Rhythms, Hormones, and Happiness by Dr. Felice Gersh Find Dr. Felice Gersh Online Follow Dr. Felice Gersh on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | LinkedIn Find Your Longevity Blueprint Online Follow Your Longevity Blueprint on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | LinkedIn Get your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses here Find Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray on Facebook | Instagram | Youtube | Twitter | LinkedIn Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic Podcast Production by the team at Counterweight Creative Related Episodes Episode 52: Functional Gynecology With Dr. Tabatha Barber Episode 51: Brilliant Menopause Secrets With Dr. Kyrin Dunston Episode 50: Pelvic Floor Health With Dr. Betsy Greenleaf
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Your pelvic health is a vital aspect of your overall wellness and you shouldn’t ignore it. It’s all too common to let it fall by the wayside out of shame or embarrassment, but you shouldn’t feel ashamed. Dr. Betsy Greenleaf talks about the importance of your pelvic floor health, overcoming shame, and healing your gut to support “down there.” What Foods Impact the Gut Microbiome and Pelvic Health Gluten Sugar Dairy Yogurt Probiotics Fermented Foods About Dr. Betsy Greenleaf Dr. Betsy Greenleaf is a premier women’s health expert, entrepreneur, inventor, and business leader, who specializes in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery for over 20 years. Dr. Greenleaf is a trailblazer as the first female in the United States to become board certified in Urogynecology. She possesses a professional reputation that led to being sought after by medical societies, associations, and corporations to provide lectures, teaching, and advanced training. In 2018, she holds the title of distinguished fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Obstetrics and Gynecology for her service and dedication to the field. Dr. Greenleaf holds committee positions on many national women’s health organizations. She is a board examiner for the American Osteopathic Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She serves as a spokesperson for the American Osteopathic Association, with her quotes appearing in many major media outlets. Dr. Greenleaf is the CEO of The Pelvic Floor Store, an online store dedicated to finding reliable products for pelvic health. She manages a blog and is the host of Some Of Your Parts Podcast dedicated to women’s wellness and the notion that “you are greater than the sum of your parts.” Dr. Greenleaf takes a holistic body-mind-spirit approach to healing and wellness. She believes many of the answers to a healthy life are found within. She views her role in life as your wellness guide. Common Pelvic Health Issues Dr. Betsy Greenleaf explains why your pelvic health is so important. It’s not the easiest healthcare aspect to talk about - we’re often embarrassed or ashamed to bring up what’s going on “down there.” But Betsy urges us all to overcome this shame because pelvic health is vital for longevity. One aspect of our pelvic healthcare is incontinence. For many women, even talking about this issue is a struggle. Many doctors will prescribe antibiotics or other medications, but Betsy suggests looking at your diet as an alternative route to explore. Another reason you might have incontinence is due to weaker pelvic floor muscles. Betsy explains how to perform a kegel exercise and how often you should practice each week. Diet Changes for Pelvic Floor Health As we age, our estrogen production lowers. This has an impact on our pelvic health and there are a few different avenues you can take to counter the loss. Along with diet changes and supplementation, Betsy recommends heat and laser therapies to help regenerate and repair your vaginal tissue. One of the most important lifestyle changes you can make to support your pelvic health is to change your diet. Betsy recommends cutting out or experimenting with cutting out, gluten, dairy, and sugar. It doesn’t have to be a permanent change unless you notice a positive impact. Betsy also suggests adding probiotics, such as yogurt and fermented foods, to your diet to support a healthy gut microbiome. Along with these foods, Betsy lists some of the supplements you might consider adding to your healthcare routine to support your urinary health. Are you concerned with your pelvic floor health? Do you experience incontinence? Call the Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic today and schedule your first appointment at 319-363-0033. Quotes “Fifty percent of women and thirty percent of men will have a pelvic health issue at some point in their lifetime. A lot of people, because of shame, embarrassment, and not knowing how to bring up the conversation, will ignore these issues. People have really suffered with them. They think that they’re the only person having these issues or chalk it up to aging. There are so many different things that can be done about a myriad of pelvic health issues.” [6:30] “If our gut’s affected, it affects our hormones and our immunity. To keep the pelvis healthy, we need to support the gut. Also adding in certain foods can help support vaginal health.” [31:30] “We, as a population, as a whole, are being exposed to so many more environmental toxins. We’re seeing a rise in conditions such as endometriosis and polycystic ovarian syndrome because of these things.” [42:07] In This Episode Why pelvic health is important [4:30] Advice for healing from incontinence [8:45] What foods might impact incontinence [10:30] What happens when you have weak pelvic floor muscles [14:00] The importance of kegel exercises [15:00] What happens to the vagina with age [18:30] The role of lasers and heat in pelvic floor health [27:00] How to nurture the microbiome to also improve our pelvic health [31:00] Supplements to support urinary health [33:45] How diet changes can impact more serious pelvic health concerns [40:15] Links & Resources Get 50% Off the Your Longevity Blueprint Course Get Your Free Gift: Top 10 Pelvic Health Tips A Happy Vagina Is A Happy Life Summit Listen to Some of Your Parts Podcast Visit The Pelvic Floor Store Find Dr. Betsy Greenleaf Online Follow Dr. Betsy Greenleaf on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | LinkedIn | Pinterest | Find Your Longevity Blueprint Online Follow Your Longevity Blueprint on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | LinkedIn Get your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses here Find Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray on Facebook | Instagram | Youtube | Twitter | LinkedIn Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic Podcast Production by the team at Counterweight Creative Related Episodes Episode 38: Sexual Regenerative Medicine With Susan Bratton Episode 43: Liver Cleansing With Steven Dake Episode 46: The Wildatarian Diet With Teri Cochrane
Menopause and perimenopause bring with them major changes to the pelvic region, specifically to the vagina. The vaginal walls can thin and atrophy, making intercourse difficult and even painful. There is also an increase in recurrent vaginitis and urinary tract infections. So what causes these changes to occur, and what can you do about them or even prevent them from becoming a problem? On this episode of The Holistic Plastic Surgery Show, I’m joined by the nation’s first female board certified urogynecologist. She’ll give us the latest information on holistic health of the pelvic region, including why changes in pH and bacteria inside the vagina can create major impacts. We’ll discuss why she doesn’t recommend estrogen pills, which topical products she does recommend, and she’ll give us the straight scoop on vaginal rejuvenation lasers. Are they really all that? This is a discussion that all women, whether pre-, peri-, or post-menopause, should hear. Please join me and board-certified gynecologist Dr. Betsy Greenleaf as we cover Holistic Pelvic Health – How to Deal with the Changes that Happen “Down There.” Link: www.drbetsygreenleaf.com
Special Links & Show Notes It's a taboo topic no one is really talking about: your vaginal health. From UTI's to strengthening your pelvic floor, healing from a prolapsed uterus and kegal exercises, Dr. Betsy Greenleaf, the first female in the United States to become board certified in Urogynecology, leaves no stone unturned [...]
SHOW NOTES Watch today's episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/TDIIpCtPujc (https://youtu.be/TDIIpCtPujc) Dr. Betsy A.B. Greenleaf, is Premier women's health expert, entrepreneur, inventor, and business leader, who specializes in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery for over 20 years, Dr. Greenleaf, is a trailblazer as the first female in the United States to become board certified in Urogynecology. Dr. Betsy Greenleaf truly believes in the body's innate ability to heal and reach balance. She fascinated by the magic of science and mind-body-spirit medicine. Dr. Betsy helps clients find balance and their inner fire to lead a fulfilled life. Dr. Greenleaf is the CEO of The Pelvic Floor Store, www.pelvicfloorstore.com, an online store dedicated to finding reliable products for pelvic health. She manages a blog at www.drbetsygreenleaf.com, and she is the host of Some Of Your Parts Podcast, http://someofyourparts.libsyn.com, dedicated to women's wellness and the notion that “you are greater than the sum of your parts.” Dr. Greenleaf takes a holistic body-mind-spirit approach to healing and wellness. She believes many of the answers to a healthy life are found within. She views her role in life as your wellness guide. Connect with Guest: https://www.facebook.com/greenleafbewell https://www.facebook.com/dr.betsy.greenleaf/ https://www.instagram.com/drbetsygreenleaf https://www.pinterest.com/drbetsygreenleaf https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdu6ZIxyAYGKsmJPtEvTS4w Host: Carine Camara website: http://carinecamara.com/ (carinecamara.com) instagram: http://instagram.com/carinejcamara (instagram.com/carinejcamara) facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carinehealing (https://www.facebook.com/carinehealing) Music Credits: Laughing Matters- https://laughingmusic.com
In this special episode of Toxin Terminator, Aimee is joined by Dr. Betsy Greenleaf. She is the premier women's health expert, entrepreneur, inventor, and business leader, who specializes in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery for over 20 years, Dr. Greenleaf, is a trailblazer as the first female in the United States to become board certified in Urogynecology.She possesses a professional reputation that has led to being sought after by medical societies, associations, and corporations to provide lectures, teaching, and advanced training. In 2018, she was honored with the title of distinguished fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Obstetrics and Gynecology for her service and dedication to the field. She holds committee positions on many national women's health organizations. She is a board examiner for the American Osteopathic Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She serves as a spokesperson for the American Osteopathic Association, with her quotes appearing in many major media outlets.Dr. Greenleaf is the CEO of The Pelvic Floor Store, www.pelvicfloorstore.com, an online store dedicated to finding reliable products for pelvic health. She manages a blog at www.drbetsygreenleaf.com, and she is the host of Some Of Your Parts Podcast, http://someofyourparts.libsyn.com, dedicated to women's wellness and the notion that “ you are greater than the sum of your parts.”Dr. Greenleaf takes a holistic body-mind-spirit approach to healing and wellness. She believes many of the answers to a healthy life are found within. She views her role in life as your wellness guide.Connect with Dr. Greenleaf:https://someofyourparts.libsyn.com/ https://drbetsygreenleaf.com/ https://www.facebook.com/dr.betsy.greenleaf https://twitter.com/DrBGreenleaf https://www.instagram.com/drbetsygreenleaf/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/betsygreenleaf/ Connect with Aimee:http://aimeecarlson.com/https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheToxinFreeLifestyle/https://www.instagram.com/aimeecarlson6/https://twitter.com/AimeeCa44250287https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXz7-0umMiF7jxrw_fiVEmA/featuredDisclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission at no cost to you. Keep in mind that I link these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you.
Learn with us as we share how we stay balanced as busy moms and working professionals in order to promote holistic health and optimal beauty. Dr. Betsy Greenleaf was the first board certified Urogynecologist in the USA and she shares her methods for staying balanced and healthy. News flash! When you feel good you look good, and when you look good you feel good!Follow Dr. Betsy Greanleaf at Greenleafgear.com and @drbetsygreenleafDon't forget to download my FREE Treatment Planning Guide at RachelVarga.ca and share this podcast with your friends by tagging @rachelvargaofficialPlease leave a review for this podcast as well!Many thanks!Rachel Varga BScN, RNDISCLAIMER: This podcast is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please consult with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.
Is CBD in skin care "legit", or is it yet another skin care gimmick? Learn with Dr. Besty Greenleaf and I as we discuss the science of this topic! #CBDskincareFor more information https://drbetsygreenleaf.com/Work with me: RachelVarga.caShare this episode with your friends and family, and please take a screenshot and tag me at @rachelvargaofficial on IG and FB!See you in the next episode!Rachel Varga BScN, RNinfo@rachelvarga.ca***Always consult with your physician before making any changes to your lifestyle.
Learn with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf and I as we speak on the topic of CBD and pelvic pain. CBD is becoming more and more popular for various disorders, and we also discuss the science of how CBD works and the history of it!Find Dr. Betsygreenleaf's products at: https://drbetsygreenleaf.com/who-we-are/Please take a screenshot of you listening to this episode and share it on your social media by tagging Dr. BetsyGreenleaf and Rachel Varga here!Don't forget to head over to RachelVarga.ca and download your FREE Treatment Planning Guide and learn to age impossibly well!
Learn with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf and Rachel Varga the differences in Gynecology and Urogynecology and women's health! It's all about prevention, and being healthy means looking more healthy and vibrant!Be sure to follow us @drbestygreenleaf and @rachelvargaofficial, and don't forget to leave a podcast review!For more information on how I can help you age impossibly well visit RachelVarga.caSee you in the next episode!Rachel Varga BScN, RN
Dr. Betsy Greenleaf shares her experience on how to thrive as a women in a male dominated field as the FIRST female Urogynecologist in the USA. Learn how we find balance with our body, mind and spirit to keep our health and body in check! Find Betsy at Drbetsygreenleaf.com and @drbetsygreenleafDon't forget to head over to RachelVarga.ca where you can get loads of free anti-aging and rejuvenation tips for aging impossibly well! Don't forget to register for my BRAND NEW Unlocking Your Vitality Course and get your copy of my latest eBook to help you navigate the crazy world of anti-aging!Until next time!Rachel Varga BScN, RN @rachelvargaofficial RachelVarga.ca
Dr Anna Cabeca talks to Dr. Betsy Greenleaf about how pelvic exercises aren't enough to deal with incontinence. We are also going to talk about your bladder, issues of incontinence, incontinence exercises and treatments.
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