255. Infertility and Sex

Published: March 10, 2024, 10 a.m.

Infertility and Sex\n\nIn this conversation, Dr. Sophia Goodridge and Dr. Gillian Stearns discuss infertility, stress, and sex. They share their personal experiences and journeys with infertility, highlighting the emotional toll it can take on individuals and relationships. The conversation also addresses the lack of education and support surrounding infertility and the challenges faced by women in balancing their careers and fertility. The importance of open communication, humor, and seeking support is emphasized throughout the discussion.\n\nTakeaways\n\n\n We define infertility\n\n Infertility is a common and often taboo topic that affects many individuals and couples.\n\n The emotional toll of infertility can strain relationships and impact sexual intimacy.\n\n Education and support are crucial in navigating the challenges of infertility.\n\n The role of IVF drugs on your sex life.\n\n We discuss the world they wish to see in regards to education and normalizing infertility.\n\n Open communication, humor, and seeking support can help maintain strong partnerships during infertility struggles.\n\n\n\n\nDr. Sophia Delpe Goodridge is board certified in Urology and Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery. Her current\xa0 practice is in Roswell, GA and her interests include pelvic floor dysfunction, voiding dysfunction, urinary incontinence, overactive bladder and pelvic organ prolapse.\xa0\n\n\xa0\n\nDr. Gillian Sterns is a Urologist at Atrium Health, Director\nof Medical Student Education at Wake Forest, North Carolina\n\nFirmTech sponsors this podcast today. Go to \u2060myfirmtech.com\u2060 and enter\ncode NOTBROKEN for 15% off today.\n\nOur other amazing podcast sponsors To learn\nmore about Solv Wellness and their products for female pelvic health, visit \u2060solvwellness.com\u2060 for 30% off your first purchase of any product. Discount automatically applied at checkout.\n\nWomen of all ages deserve to feel fantastic.\nAnd we can\u2014because there is relief to be found. Go to \u2060myalloy.com\u2060 to start your virtual appointment today. Use code NOTBROKEN20 it's good for $20 off any purchase, one time use, and expires July\n31, 2024\n\nCheck out details for my retreat: https://ascendretreats.com/2024-kellycasperson-sedona/\n\nListen to my Tedx Talk: Why we need adult sex ed \n\n\xa0\n\nTake my NEW Adult Sex Ed Master Class:\nhttps://www.kellycaspersonmd.com/adult-sex-ed\n\n\xa0\n\nJoin my membership to get these episodes ASAP, a private facebook group to discuss and my private accountability group for your health, hormones and life support!\n\nwww.kellycaspersonmd.com/membership\n\n\n\n\n--- \n\nSend in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kj-casperson/message\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices