Femtech Health Podcast

In this episode, Sarah Trott, host of the Fourth Trimester podcast, shares her journey into podcasting and advocacy for women during the postpartum period. She emphasizes the transformative nature of parenthood and highlights the invaluable support she received from a postpartum doula. Tune in to learn more about the importance of advocating for women in the fourth trimester and the impact of prop...

In this episode, host Sherry interviews Gina Mundy, an attorney, educator, and advocate for birth injury and trauma. Sherry shares her personal experience with a traumatic childbirth, highlighting the importance of Gina's work in educating and advocating for safer childbirth practices. They discuss the significance of spreading awareness and information to empower mothers and protect both moms and...

In this episode, physical therapist Ginger Garner shares her journey into pelvic health, bridging the gap between orthopedic and pelvic health. She discusses her background in athletic training, starting out covering sports like soccer and wrestling, which led her to explore pelvic health issues. Ginger highlights the evolution of pelvic health awareness since the 90s and emphasizes the continuous...

Dr. Allyson Shrikhande, co-founder of Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine, shares her personal journey with pelvic pain and how it led her to specialize in the field. She discusses her own postpartum challenges and the limited treatment options available at the time. Tune in to learn how her experience shaped her approach to helping others with pelvic pain. Timestamps (02:43) Dr. Allie founded Pelvic R...

Today on the podcast, Erica DJossa, CEO of MomWell and author of "Releasing the Motherload," shares her journey into maternal mental health work after experiencing postpartum depression and anxiety. She discusses the challenges of motherhood and the importance of redefining expectations. Tune in for insights on supporting maternal mental health and the parallels between her work and pelvic health....

Dr. Alexandra Dubinskaya shares her journey into pelvic and sexual health, discussing her background in Russia, pursuit of medical training in the United States, and passion for helping women. Tune in to hear how she became a urogynecologist and founded the Los Angeles Institute for Pelvic and Sexual Health, emphasizing the importance of better pelvic, sexual, and menopausal health for women every...

Dr. John Sturges, a pioneer in regenerative medicine, discusses using the body's natural healing properties to treat injuries without drugs or surgery. He shares his journey into regenerative work with PRP and ACP, highlighting the evolution of stem cell research and its application in his clinic for over 15 years. The conversation delves into the intersection of regenerative medicine and musculos...

Today on the show, we have Emily Sauer, the owner and founder of the Pelvic People, formerly known as Ohnut. Emily's mission revolves around reclaiming intimacy, with a focus on providing pelvic health solutions. She shares her personal journey of experiencing deep pain during sex and the frustration of seeking help for over a decade. With the launch of their new product, Kiwi, Emily's team is ded...

In this episode, Robert Greer, founder of Arms Medical, shares his journey into the world of women's health, specifically in the pelvic organ prolapse and stress urinary incontinence space. Robert discusses his motivation to help women regain confidence and spontaneity through innovative technologies like Dermapure, V-New, and D-Cell. He reflects on his background in the medical field, starting wi...

On this episode, Frankie Lee Shelton, co-founder of Wisdom Medicine, discusses the importance of root cause medicine in addressing women's health issues. Frankie shares her journey into functional medicine and how it led her to co-found Wisdom Medicine, a collective focused on holistic approaches to health. Discover how this organization aims to provide comprehensive care by considering the whole...

On this episode, Daniela Gilet shares her journey from aspiring to practice medicine to becoming an artificial intelligence and machine learning enthusiast in healthcare. Growing up with limited career options, she found her path in health informatics, leading to a successful data career. Daniela's focus on maternal health stems from personal experiences with racial disparities, driving her to uti...

On this episode, April Patterson, a physical therapist with over 20 years of experience specializing in sexual health, shares her journey into pelvic health. Starting with orthopedic and sports therapy, April's curiosity led her to explore the pelvic floor component in her patients. She discusses the importance of addressing taboo topics like sexual health in physical therapy and how her own sympt...

In this episode, physical therapist and birth healing expert Lynn Schulte shares her journey into the prenatal and postpartum space. With over 30 years of experience, Lynn discusses how focusing solely on postpartum clients allowed her to discover unique patterns in their bodies and develop techniques to release them. Tune in to learn more about Lynn's work and insights into women's health. Timest...

Today's episode features Sherry Palm, CEO and founder of the nonprofit Association for Pelvic Organ Prolapse Support. Sherry shares her personal journey with pelvic organ prolapse, a condition often misunderstood despite its connection to childbirth and menopause. She recounts her discovery of a walnut-sized lump protruding from her vagina, prompting her to seek medical help. Join us as we delve i...

In this episode, host discusses the importance of comfort in compression support systems with Sinead O'Donovan, owner of SRC Health. Sinead shares her journey and the motivation behind starting SRC, which stands for support, recovery, and comfort. She highlights the lack of comfortable options for pregnant women experiencing pelvic girdle pain and how this inspired her to create a product that pro...

In this episode, host interviews Amy Divaraniya, the CEO and founder of Oova, a company dedicated to empowering women to take control of their hormonal health and fertility. Amy shares her personal journey of experiencing infertility and how it inspired her to start Oova. She discusses the importance of providing women with personalized analytics and information about their bodies so they can be t...

In this episode, host interviews Dee Hartmann, an international speaker, educator, and author who specializes in women's health and sexuality. Dee shares her journey into the world of pelvic pain and sexual health, discussing her extensive experience and various organizations she has been a part of. She also highlights the importance of open conversations about sexual health and pleasure, challeng...

In this episode, the host interviews BreAnne Huss, a family nurse practitioner, midwife, and expert in gynecological care and hormone therapy. Breanne shares her journey in healthcare, from starting as a licensed practical nurse to becoming a women's health nurse practitioner and certified nurse midwife. She discusses the different areas she has specialized in, including labor and delivery and hor...

In this episode, Amanda Olson, a physical therapist and owner of Intimate Rose, shares her journey into the world of pelvic health. She discusses how a personal injury led her to seek treatment and ultimately changed her career path. Amanda's passion for women's health and her own rehabilitation experience inspired her to specialize in pelvic health. Tune in to hear Amanda's story and her insights...

In this episode, Dr. Mona Orady shares her journey into the world of minimally invasive and robotic surgery, with a focus on helping women with pain and infertility. With over 20 years of experience and 10,000 procedures performed, Dr. Orady is dedicated to ensuring that women are heard and taken seriously. Join us as we dive into her lifelong journey and the importance of advocating for women's h...

In this episode, we welcome Amanda Dotz, a registered dietitian nutritionist specializing in prenatal nutrition. Amanda shares her journey into this field and why she is passionate about it. She explains the difference between a dietitian and a nutritionist, highlighting the extensive schooling and accreditation required for dietitians. Amanda's goal is to educate and support moms in her community...

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Ames Smith, a renowned breast cancer surgeon specializing in hereditary and genetic work with breast cancer. Dr. Smith shares his journey and how he became interested in hereditary cancer. He discusses the importance of testing for mutations and the high risk it poses for developing certain cancers. Dr. Smith also talks about his work at the Hereditary Cancer...

In this episode, we are joined by Doree Handford, a passionate childbirth educator and doula. She shares how she fell in love with this work after reading a fictional book about midwifery. She decided to become a doula and eventually pursued midwifery. However, she discovered her love for teaching during a childbirth education course and decided to focus on that instead. Doree's childbirth educati...

This episode we interview lactation consultant Alicia Burgett about all things breastfeeding, moms, and babies. Alicia shares her journey into lactation work and how her own challenging experience with breastfeeding led her to pursue training and helping other moms. She emphasizes the importance of proper support and dispelling bad advice from medical caregivers. With over 30 years of experience,...

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