Love Mia Vita

Gerianne DiPiano is joined by Perri Shaw Borish, licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), BCD, PMH-C to discuss Postpartum Depression and Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorder (PMAD). Anxiety, OCD, and depression can occur for women during their pregnancy and postpartum time. Learn how to recognize the symptoms in yourself, your loved ones, or your patients, as well as how to find help. Perri Shaw Bo...

Gerianne DiPiano and Dr. C. Nicole Swiner discuss the book "Doctoring, Better: 11 Top Physician Coaches Reveal Secrets for Helping Others Create Better Lives". Dr. Swiner talks about her role in writing the book and how doctors are feeling the strain of modern medicine. They go in depth about the complexities of handling business, guilt, stress, and caring for patients, all in addition to maintain...

Gerianne DiPiano looks back at an amazing 100 Episodes of the Love, Mia Vita Podcast. Dr. Katherine Sherif, Alison Bladh, & Dr. C. Nicole Swiner join Gerie to recall their favorite moments in the last 4 years. What was your favorite episode?

GLP-1 medications are becoming more common for weight management, but they can have long-term effects on your gut health. Gerianne DiPiano is joined by Alison Bladh, a nutritional therapist who has worked in the health and wellness industry for over 30 years. They discuss the right foods to eat while taking - and after stopping - GLP-1 medications. Discover how to make sure you're getting a balanc...

Join Gerianne DiPiano and her co-host, Dr. Katherine Sherif, as they delve into the lesser-known subject of Iron Deficiency Without Anemia (IDWA). Discover how this condition frequently goes undiagnosed due to its symptoms, which can often mimic those of perimenopause. Understand the vital roles of iron and ferritin in your body while learning about the causes of IDWA. Most importantly, recognize...

FemmePharma Founder & CEO Gerianne DiPiano is joined by Dr. Juliana Hauser to discuss mental health matters related to perimenopause and menopause. Mental health during this transition time is often overlooked, with a significant lack of research in the area. Find out why there is a pressing need for healthcare providers to be educated about menopause and its mental health implications. Learn...

Here at FemmePharma we receive a lot of questions about Women’s Healthcare & Wellness. Today our Founder & CEO Gerianne DiPiano sits down to answer some of your most burning questions. What is vaginal tearing? Can I still work out if I have a heavy period? What is Turners Syndrome? Also, learn the importance of maintaining a symptom diary for better health management. Always remember to co...

Gerianne DiPiano and her co-host Dr. Katherine Sherif discuss GLP-1 medications. These products have become very popular in treating diabetes and weight loss, but how much do we know about them? What are the benefits for women and what are some risk factors to consider? Learn what you should ask your doctor to find out if these medications are right for you.

Gerianne DiPiano (FemmePharma CEO) is joined by Danika Kelly, Co-founder and CEO of My Normative. Learn why her company’s mission is to “transform health research through equity.” Including women in medical studies and drug trials was not always mandatory. While this changed in 1993, we may now be regressing. My Normative helps researchers gather and aggregate data on sex and gender of the partici...

Gerianne DiPiano and Claire Gill have a lively discussion about osteoporosis and its profound impact on women's health. They delve into the importance of maintaining bone density, especially as women age, and explore the various factors that contribute to osteoporosis, such as hormonal changes and lifestyle choices. Claire Gill is the Chief Executive Officer of the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Fou...

Gerianne DiPiano and Dr. Juliana Hauser discuss how to find your pleasure. Pleasure can be found in all of our relationships - with intimate partners, with family and friends, and with yourself. Finding your pleasure can come in big and small ways in every aspect of your life. Why do we deny ourselves pleasure and how to we recalibrate our thinking to allow for more of it without the guilt? Find o...

Gerianne DiPiano and her co-host Dr. Katherine Sherif delve back into the topic of cardiovascular health. In Part 1, they examined cardiovascular disease in women over 50, while Part 2 will concentrate on women under the age of 50. How do stress, anxiety, depression, reproductive health, and common medications play a part in your heart health?

Gerianne DiPiano and co-host Dr. Katherine Sherif explore cardiovascular health in women over 50. In Part 1, they focus on cardiovascular disease in this age group, while Part 2 will address women under 50. What are the underlying causes, how is this condition researched, and what steps can we take to improve outcomes? For a full view with Dr. Sherif's slideshow, view it here on YouTube: https://y...

Gerianne DiPiano interviews Saundra Pelletier, who shares her path through the worlds of pharmaceuticals, non-profits, and entrepreneurship. Driven by her passion for offering affordable and accessible birth control, Saundra is now focused on her venture with Evofem and the product Phexxi. Discover how and why she is empowering women and restoring control over their reproductive health.

Gerianne DiPiano is joined by co-host Dr. Katherine Sherif to discuss the extremely important topic of birth control. They discuss the history of birth control, the impact is has on women’s health, and the options that are currently available. Tune in to learn why birth control is a vital part of women’s health and the safest methods to fit your lifestyle.

Gerianne DiPiano is joined by Dr. C. Nicole Swiner to discuss Sleep & Cardiometabolic Syndrome (CMS). We all know we should get more sleep, but exactly how does sleep affect our bodies? Find out the connections between rest and fatigue, weight gain, autoimmune diseases, heart disease, and diabetes. Dr. Swiner helps us understand the biological causes of how the quality of our sleep can affect...

Gerie DiPiano and her co-host Dr Katherine Sherif discuss Women In Pain. Women often experience more pain than men and may not be treated the same way by healthcare practitioners. Learn what causes this implicit bias and how to recognize if it’s happening to you. Women may also attempt to manage around the pain without getting the root source properly addressed. Find out tips to help advocate for...

Gerianne DiPiano is joined by Dr. Shawana Moore, a Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner and FemmePharma Medical Advisory Council Member. They discuss the issue of disparities in care that women of color encounter during pregnancy. Studies show that structural racism is at the core of the lack of care and attention that diverse groups of women encounter for maternal health. Dr. Moore shares her own pe...

Gerianne DiPiano is joined by Alison Bladh, (BSc mBANT mCNHC CIDESCO) registered nutritional therapist who has worked in the health and wellness industry for over 30 years. They discuss the tight link between bone health and nutrition. Learn how supporting your bone health at an early age can help set you up for success later in life. Check out Alison's Nutritional Therapy website here: https://ww...

Gerie DiPiano and her co-host Dr Katherine Sherif discuss topics that Primary Care Practitioners may want to consider when speaking with their patients. Not everything gets covered in medical training, and that's understandable. When meeting with women over 40, there are some questions that your patient may by too shy to ask. If you're a patient, feel free to bring up these matters with your docto...

Gerie DiPiano is joined by Dr. Dana Shanis, Board Certified Ob/Gyn, collaborating writer with the National Institutes of Health, and owner of VHealth & Wellness. They discuss the sensitive topic of Female sexual interest/arousal disorder (FSIAD). Understanding what it is, how to ask your healthcare providers about it, and how healthcare providers can learn to ask their patients about i.t.

How Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy can help relieve symptoms of overactive bladder,stress urinary incontinence (SUI), and mixed urinary incontinence (MUI). Gerie DiPiano's special guest this episode is Dr. Alexandra Bertucci, PT, DPT, PRPC.

Gerie DiPiano and Dr. Katherine Sherif discuss the book MicroSkills: Small Actions, Big Impact with the authors Adaira Landry MD & Resa E. Lewiss MD. Learn about the principle of micro skills and how they can help you in everyday life whether it's building healthy habits, improving career skills, or attaining goals. Check out the book here: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/126268032-microsk...

Gerie is joined by Dr. Katherine Sherif and Dr. Cuckoo Choudhary (Gastroenterologist) to discuss a tough topic: Constipation. Listen here to find out how biological changes affect digestion and cause constipation, and what women can do about it

Gerie DiPiano continues the discussion with Dr. Toyin Fadeyibi on SAMHSA's eight dimensions of wellness. In this second part, they dive into the remaining four dimensions: social, occupational, environmental, and physical wellness. Dr. Fadeyibi offers practical advice on building meaningful connections, finding satisfaction in your work, enhancing your living spaces, and maintaining physical healt...