Episodes
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In this episode, we have the pleasure of sitting down with Emily Sauer, the CEO and Founder of The Pelvic People. We explore Emily's journey in founding the company, her passion for pelvic health, and the mission driving her work. Join us as we delve into the world of patient-driven and clinician-backed pelvic pain solutions and gain valuable insights from a true trailblazer in the field.
The Pelvic People: https://thepelvicpeople.com/
15% discount from The Pelvic People with code THICKOFIT
The International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health: https://www.isswsh.org/
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We are pleased to invite Laura Zam, an author, speaker, certified trauma professional, and sexuality educator, to our discussion today. Laura spent three decades searching for love and eventually met the man of her dreams. However, she faced several bedroom issues associated with past childhood trauma and menopause, which threatened her marriage and her ability to experience pleasure. In response, Laura embarked on a journey of sexual healing, studying everything there was to know about trauma recovery, female sexuality, and relationship health. Today, she is on a mission to help others reclaim their sexual vitality and reach their potential. Laura offers pleasure empowerment coaching services for individuals and couples, as well as online courses and speaking engagements about pleasure, sex-positive consent, and trauma recovery. She is also the author of THE PLEASURE PLAN, a bestselling memoir about her own journey.
Connect with Laura:
Author of THE PLEASURE PLAN
Website: LauraZam.com
Twitter: @LauraZam
Instagram: @LauraZam_Author
Facebook: @LauraZamAuthor
Podcast: https://laurazam.com/podcast/
Laura will be speaking at the 2024 PEACH Corps Conference in May 2024 in Yonkers, NY. In-person and virtual tickets to the conference can be purchased here: https://givebutter.com/U57njO
American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists: https://www.aasect.org/
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It was awesome getting to know the Brian and Julia Mandeville. We discussed Julia’s endometriosis diagnosis, the struggles of having pain dismissed, the importance of self-care for both partners, the importance of patience (except for people who think it's their business to inquire about your fertility), advice for other couples navigating chronic illness, and much more. They are a beautiful example of how two individuals can be so different and yet still truly meant to be. Though they remain in the thick of it, they've learned a lot about navigating endometriosis in marriage so check out this convo and let us know: what felt relatable? What tips would you share with other couples navigating chronic illness?
Do you have a topic idea for the podcast? We'd love to hear from you! Please email us at [email protected] or reach out on our Instagram, @endothickofit.
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We had such a great time speaking with Mike and Kellie Baker, an amazing couple and parents of three lovely children. Kellie suspected that their daughter’s symptoms were due to endometriosis, then later realized that she too was experiencing symptoms that also appeared to be due to endometriosis. Her suspicions were right. Soon after their daughter’s laparoscopic surgery that confirmed her endometriosis diagnosis, Kellie had surgery which confirmed her endometriosis diagnosis as well. Kellie and Mike shared so many powerful insights into what it’s like to care for a child with endometriosis, how they stay connected while navigating chronic illness, and how to seek out moments of joy through the journey.
Mike is fondly known in the endometriosis community as @Endodad76. He’s an Endodad and an EndoHusband who uses his AI art to create endo warrior tributes designed to honor and inspire those who are dealing with this devastating disease. Check out his work on his IG page or his website https://endodad76.zenfoliosite.com/
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We had such a great time speaking with Mike and Kellie Baker, an amazing couple and parents of three lovely children. Kellie suspected that their daughter’s symptoms were due to endometriosis, then later realized that she too was experiencing symptoms that also appeared to be due to endometriosis. Her suspicions were right. Soon after their daughter’s laparoscopic surgery that confirmed her endometriosis diagnosis, Kellie had surgery which confirmed her endometriosis diagnosis as well. Kellie and Mike shared so many powerful insights into what it’s like to care for a child with endometriosis, how they stay connected while navigating chronic illness, and how to seek out moments of joy through the journey.
Mike is fondly known in the endometriosis community as @Endodad76. He’s an Endodad and an EndoHusband who uses his AI art to create endo warrior tributes designed to honor and inspire those who are dealing with this devastating disease. Check out his work on his IG page or his website https://endodad76.zenfoliosite.com/
Do you have a topic idea for the podcast? We'd love to hear from you! Please email us at [email protected] or reach out on our Instagram, @endothickofit.
Like the podcast? Please give us a 5-star rating and leave a review! If you want to support our efforts, you can buy us a coffee here! ☕️: https://ko-fi.com/endothickofit
Thanks so much for your love and support as we build this amazing little community that we love so much! 💛
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We had the honor of attending the 2nd Annual Endo Black Inc. Award Gala and had a wonderful time! Endo Black Inc. is a Black women-led nonprofit organization advocating for and raising awareness about the challenges faced by African-American women and women of color living with endometriosis. This special event was such a beautiful way to recognize individuals who are working tirelessly within the endometriosis community. All who were in attendance had the opportunity to be wowed by the entertainment, inspired by award recipients' stories and acceptance speeches, and learn so much about the impact that Endo Black Inc. is having on the community.
To learn more about Endo Black Inc. and support this amazing organization, go to: https://www.endoblack.org/
Do you have a topic idea for the podcast? We'd love to hear from you! Please email us at [email protected] or reach out on our Instagram, @endothickofit.
Like the podcast? Please give us a 5-star rating and leave a review! If you want to support our efforts, we’d love it if you bought us a coffee! ☕️: https://ko-fi.com/endothickofit
Thanks so much for your love and support as we build this amazing little community that we love so much! 💛
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We continue our conversation about sexual medicine and reestablishing intimacy with Nurse Jenna of @discovherhealth. The main take home messages: if you have reached the point of your pelvic pain journey where you’re ready to work on sexual intimacy, you can really collapse time by working with a sexual medicine specialist and pelvic floor physical therapist who can help guide your efforts. Whether you can access one or not, building your knowledge is the most powerful thing you can do!! Seek out reputable sexual medicine resources and follow the social media accounts of clinicians who are committed to improving the sexual health of all.
Lastly, you can’t rush your healing so introduce new therapies such as self touch, vibrators, a new lubricant, dilators, a pelvic wand, even stretches and exercises that support your pelvic floor — SLOWLY and with a curious, evaluative mindset. Reflect on the sensations it created, how your body responded, and gauge your readiness to step it up a notch.
The Discovher Health website is full of FREE resources on various pelvic conditions and her curated HERshop is full of Nurse Jenna-approved health and pleasure products. Check it out! Www.discovherhealth.com ; https://shop.discovherhealth.com/
Find a Sexual Medicine Clinician
International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health (ISSWSH):: https://members.isswsh.org/spma-loginThe North American Menopause Society:: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspxThe Sexual Medicine Society of North America (SMSNA): https://www.smsna.org/patients/Do you have a topic idea for the podcast? We'd love to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] or reach out on our Instagram, @endothickofit.
Like the podcast! Please give us a 5-star rating and leave a review! If you want to support our efforts, we’d love it if you bought us a coffee! ☕️. Buy us a coffee here: https://ko-fi.com/endothickofit
Thanks so much for your love and support as we build this amazing little community that we love so much! 💛
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We had the honor of having Nurse Jenna, Founder of Discovher Health, join us as we discussed intimacy, sex, and active consent. This convo felt like three old friends reuniting after being away from each other for far too long. Nurse Jenna comes through with great tips for getting you started on an intimacy-building journey despite dealing with chronic illness. She treats a wide array of chronic pelvic conditions and also has a great podcast called Tame the Taboo where she invites guests to discuss topics that most of us learned to avoid: sex, pee, poop, and pain. Jenna’s passion for education is an integral component to her practice. She believes it is essential for a person to understand how their body functions in order to heal dysfunction and improve quality of life. She created Discovher Health so she could deliver quality care in an environment that prioritizes patient education, evidenced-based care, and TIME! Please forgive me (Kimether) for nerding out with Nurse Jenna. When two Nurse Practitioners get together, it's a whole vibe! I love the work she's doing and I aspire to be like her when I "grow up." :)
The Discovher Health website is fill of FREE resources on various pelvic conditions and her curated HERshop is full of Nurse Jenna-approved health and pleasure products. Check it out! Www.discovherhealth.com ; https://shop.discovherhealth.com/
Find a Sexual Medicine Clinician
International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health (ISSWSH):: https://members.isswsh.org/spma-loginThe North American Menopause Society:: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspxThe Sexual Medicine Society of North America (SMSNA): https://www.smsna.org/patients/Do you have a topic idea for the podcast? We'd love to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] or reach out on our Instagram, @endothickofit.
Like the podcast! Please give us a 5-star rating and leave a review! If you want to support our efforts, we’d love it if you bought us a coffee! ☕️. Buy us a coffee here: https://ko-fi.com/endothickofit
Thanks so much for your love and support as we build this amazing little community that we love so much! 💛
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On this episode of Endo Thick of It, Brandon and Kimether have an intimate conversation about life, love, work, and first kisses.
Hey if you liked some of the questions asked in this episode, check out the Best Self Intimacy Deck!
Do you have a topic idea for the podcast? We'd love to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] or reach out on our Instagram, @endothickofit.
Like the podcast! Please give us a 5-star rating and leave a review! If you want to support our efforts, we’d love it if you bought us a coffee! ☕️. Buy us a coffee here: https://ko-fi.com/endothickofit
Thanks so much for your love and support as we build this amazing little community that we love so much! 💛
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We were joined by Amy Corfeli on the latest episode of Endo Thick of It. Amy is an amazing advocate for endometriosis awareness and has been actively spreading awareness about this condition through her podcast, In 16 Years of Endometriosis. Yes, it took 16 years of debilitating endometriosis symptoms before she was able to get her diagnosis and obtain expert excision surgery. She’s also the author of the book, Finding Peace with a Devastating Disease. I’m reading her book now and it’s raw, validating, and beautifully written. Get ready to enjoy a front-row seat and what happens when three passionate folks decide to have a discussion full of introspection, sage wisdom, and lessons learned from the brutal trial and error of chronic illness.
Amy’s insights were so on point. It was like she was our coach, helping us process our own views on self-compassion and meeting our needs both outside and inside our relationship. Thank you, Amy!
Please note that this podcast is not intended to provide any medical advice. If you suspect that you may have endometriosis or any other medical condition, we strongly recommend that you seek professional medical advice from a licensed healthcare provider.
Check out Amy's podcast, In Sixteen Years here.
Buy Amy's Book, "Finding Peace with a Devastating Disease" here.
Do you have a topic idea for the podcast? We'd love to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] or reach out on our Instagram, @endothickofit.
Like the podcast! Please give us a 5-star rating and leave a review! If you want to support our efforts, we’d love it if you bought us a coffee! ☕️. Buy us a coffee here: https://ko-fi.com/endothickofit
Thanks so much for your love and support as we build this amazing little community that we love so much! 💛
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We had the pleasure of sitting down with Daniel Landau, Founder of the nonprofit organization, Men’s Helpline. Daniel has made it his mission to help all men who are emotionally struggling with miscarriage, infant loss, stillbirth, and infertility. Through his organization, he's accomplishing just that by offering support groups and other resources that help men know they are not alone.
Men's Helpline Website: https://menshelpline.org/
Men’s Helpline Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mens_helpline/
MenTalk Podcast: https://menshelpline.org/podcasts/
MenTalk: Support for Miscarriage, Infant Loss, Stillbirth & Infertility Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/273753198154791/?ref=share
Join A Men’s Helpline Support Group: https://menshelpline.org/support-groups/
The Easy Bit - The Male Perspective of Fertility Treatment - Full Documentary: https://youtu.be/U5KDy9ip8gg
Do you have a topic idea for the podcast? We'd love to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] or reach out on our Instagram, @endothickofit.
Like the podcast! Please give us a 5-star rating and leave a review! If you want to support our efforts, we’d love it if you bought us a coffee! ☕️. Buy us a coffee here: https://ko-fi.com/endothickofit
Thanks so much for your love and support as we build this amazing little community that we love so much! 💛
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Whew, this was a tough one. Infertility impacts many couples and we are no exception. We hope by sharing our experiences and insights, we can provide some comfort to those who may be going through a similar journey.
Do you have a topic idea for the podcast? We'd love to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] or reach out on our Instagram, @endothickofit.
Like the podcast! Please give us a 5-star rating and leave a review! If you want to support our efforts, we’d love it if you bought us a coffee! ☕️. Buy us a coffee here: https://ko-fi.com/endothickofit
Thanks so much for your love and support as we build this amazing little community that we love so much! 💛
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This week we are sharing our reflections from The Endometriosis Summit, an annual conference focused on empowering and educating the endometriosis community. Learn more about The Endometriosis Summit here: https://theendometriosissummit.com/
Do you have a topic idea for the podcast? We'd love to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] or reach out on our Instagram, @endothickofit.
Like the podcast? Please give us a 5-star rating and leave a review! If you want to support our efforts, you can buy us a coffee! ☕️. Buy us a coffee here: https://ko-fi.com/endothickofit
Thanks so much for your love and support as we build this amazing little community that we love so much! 💛
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Couples navigating chronic illness, this one's for you! In this first episode, we discuss why we started Endo Thick of It and share a little about endometriosis, a chronic illness that has impacted every area of our lives.
Do you have a topic idea for the podcast? We'd love to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] or reach out on our Instagram, @endothickofit.
Like the podcast! Please give us a 5-star rating and leave a review! If you want to support our efforts, we’d love it if you bought us a coffee! ☕️. Buy us a coffee here: https://ko-fi.com/endothickofit
Thanks so much for your love and support as we build this amazing little community that we love so much! 💛
