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Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure1 | Reclaiming Sensuality in Midlife: A Mother's Guide to Pleasure and EmpowermentWe know how to be mothers, nurturing and giving endlessly, but have we forgotten how to be lovers? For years, we've been celebrated for our selfless motherhood, yet midlife presents a powerful invitation to shift the narrative. Reclaim your sensuality and step into a powerful new chapter. The Midlife Pleasure Collective is a monthly membership designed to help midlife women reconnect with their bodies, embrace their desires, and cultivate deeper pleasure.What if, instead of continuing to give unconditionally, we start asking: How do I want to receive? Who a...2025-05-0811 min
Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure54 | The Top 5 Pleasure Principles Every Woman Needs in MidlifeIn this milestone 54th episode of Pleasure in the Pause, I’m unveiling five revolutionary pleasure principles designed to empower women navigating perimenopause and menopause. Breaking through societal taboos, this intimate exploration offers midlife women a roadmap to reclaiming their sexual wellness, body confidence, and personal joy during an often misunderstood life stage.Are you ready to awaken your sensuality and feel more empowered in your body? Access the FREE Pleasure Upgrade Bundle at https://www.pleasureinthepause.com/gift.Whether you're experiencing hormonal changes or seeking to reconnect with yo...2025-04-0919 min
Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure53 | How a Health Coach can Transform your Midlife Wellness Journey with Jill FoosWhat if you had a partner in your health journey, someone who didn't just tell you what to do, but helped you figure out what actually works for you? And what if, instead of feeling overwhelmed by midlife changes, weight gain, brain fog, anxiety, and fatigue, you had someone in your corner helping you cut through the noise, stay motivated and create a personalized plan to thrive? Today's guest is going to walk us through exactly how health coaching can do just that, how it empowers you to take ownership of your health, build sustainable habits and create a...2025-04-0259 min
Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure52 | Sleep Solutions for Midlife Women: Overcome Insomnia and Restore Energy with Morgan AdamsAre You Struggling to Get a Good Night's Sleep in Midlife? Sleep is a critical component of health, yet many women in midlife find themselves battling insomnia, disrupted sleep patterns, and nighttime anxiety. Many midlife women, especially busy mothers, find sleep elusive. They often feel wired and tired, running on adrenaline. Perimenopause can exacerbate these issues, causing fatigue, disrupted sleep, mood swings, and disconnection. Sleep affects every aspect of life, including energy, memory, mood, relationships, and even pleasure and intimacy.Are you ready to awaken your sensuality and feel more empowered in your body? A...2025-03-2654 min
Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure51 | The Future of Female Pleasure Goes High-Tech and Mainstream with Colette CourtionUse code PLEASURE offers an exclusive discount for 15% off Joylux vFitWhy is it that men's sexual health products, from Viagra to testosterone supplements, are openly advertised and celebrated while women's intimate health solutions are censored, shamed or simply ignored? Why in 2025 is the word vagina still considered taboo today? We're diving into a conversation that challenges these outdated norms and puts women's pleasure, healing and power at the center where they belong. This week, episode 51 of Pleasure in the Pause is a Candid Conversation About Vaginal Wellness and Menopause...2025-03-1955 min
Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure50 | 5 Key Insights that will Change how You See Pleasure in MidlifeAre you ready to transform your understanding of pleasure and midlife? Join me as we celebrate a milestone 50th episode of Pleasure in the Pause, reflecting on the most powerful conversations that have reshaped how women understand their bodies, sexuality, and personal power during perimenopause and menopause.Are you ready to awaken your sensuality and feel more empowered in your body? Access the FREE Pleasure Upgrade Bundle at https://www.pleasureinthepause.com/gift.Highlights from our discussion include:Discover the truth about female pleasure from...2025-03-1235 min
Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure49 | The Art of Holding Space for your Midlife Transformation with Vanessa CornellHave you ever felt like you were living a life that looked perfect on the outside, but inside, something felt deeply off? Maybe you've spent years over giving, overachieving, prioritizing everyone else, and suddenly you find yourself asking, Who am I now beyond the roles I've played, what do I actually want outside of what's expected of me? Is it too late to rediscover my desires, my pleasure, my purpose? If any of this resonates, then this episode is for you.This week, episode 49 of Pleasure in the Pause is about rediscovering your authentic self and reclaiming...2025-03-051h 08
Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure48 | Reclaiming Pleasure And Intimacy After Breast Cancer with Teyonna BowmanSo often when we talk about breast cancer, the conversation often revolves around survival, diagnosis, treatment and remission, but what's rarely discussed is how it profoundly impacts a woman's sense of self. Beyond the physical toll, there's the emotional and psychological journey, one that reshapes identity, body image, intimacy and even pleasure. For many young women, cancer treatment also comes with an unexpected and abrupt transition into medically induced menopause, a conversation that's often overlooked in the US. Around 7% of breast cancer cases occur in women under 40, and studies show that up to 31% of young women undergoing c...2025-02-2651 min
Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure47 | Extending Your Sexspan: The Key to Lifelong Pleasure with Jackie GiannelliWhat if I told you that your sex span the period of your life where you experience vibrant, fulfilling intimacy doesn't have to shrink with age? The pleasure isn't just a memory to reflect on, but something you can actively cultivate at every stage of life. Think about it. We carefully plan for retirement– securing finances, investing in our future and prioritizing our health span. But what about our pleasure? What if we reimagine aging not as a time of decline but as an opportunity to expand and enrich our intimate lives? If we're living longer, shouldn't our...2025-02-191h 01
Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure46 | What the Film Babygirl Reveals About Women's Sexual Desire and Fantasy After 40 with Lauren Elise RogersWhat happens when a woman long accustomed to suppressing her desires finds herself drawn to a fantasy that threatens to unravel everything she thought she knew about herself? “Baby Girl,” the film starring Nicole Kidman, has ignited powerful conversations about female desire, agency and the rarely spoken truths of midlife sexuality. As our bodies, identities and relationships shift, so too does our relationship to desire often in ways we never expected. I'm so excited to dive into these themes with today's guest, someone whose work is all about helping women reclaim their pleasure and step into their full...2025-02-1255 min
Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure45 | How Your Body’s Wisdom Guides You Through Menopause with Dr Aviva Romm What if menopause wasn't something to fear but a rite of passage as powerful and transformative and sacred as puberty or childbirth? Society often tells us that menopause is something to dread, framing it as the slow fading of our vitality, the beginning of decline, or a problem we need to fix. But what if menopause isn't the end of anything but the beginning of a new chapter, a time of profound wisdom, self-reclamation, and untapped power? This week, episode 45 of Pleasure in the Pause is about reclaiming menopause! Are you ready to awaken your sensuality and f...2025-02-051h 09
Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure44 | Fitness Motivation for Women Over 50: From Resolution to Lifelong Habit with Kelley WorkmanHow often have you started the new year with big fitness goals only to feel you've already lost momentum by February? If this sounds familiar, you're not alone or stuck. What is the key to staying on track? It isn't about pushing harder but instead shifting your mindset and creating habits that truly work for you. This week, episode 44 of Pleasure in the Pause is about sustainable midlife habits for strength, confidence and longevity! Are you ready to awaken your sensuality and feel more empowered in your body? Access the FREE Pleasure Upgrade Bundle at...2025-01-2958 min
Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure43 | Your Body's Sleep Switch: A nervous System Solution for Midlife Women with Dr Nerina Ramlakhan What if I told you that the secret to better sleep isn't just about shutting your eyes, but about unlocking something deeper, a sense of inner safety that allows your mind, body, and soul to truly rest? And what if your struggles with sleep could be the very gateway to greater joy, resilience, and self-discovery? Before we dive in, let me ask you this. When was the last time you gave yourself permission to rest? Deeply without guilt, without trying to be productive, without doing anything. If the answer feels out of reach, this episode is for you...2025-01-221h 08
Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure42 | The Truth About Testosterone for Women in Midlife with Dr. Susan Hardwick-Smith Have you ever wondered why so much of the conversation about hormones focuses on estrogen and progesterone while testosterone often gets overlooked? Or you've heard testosterone labeled as a male hormone and wondered, does this even matter for me as a woman? Today, we're pulling back the curtain on testosterone, a hormone that's often misunderstood yet plays a vital role in women's health and well-being. This week, episode 42 of Pleasure in the Pause shares the truth about testosterone for women in midlife! Are you ready to awaken your sensuality and feel more empowered in your body? Acc...2025-01-1556 min
Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure41 | Becoming Cliterate: Redefining Sexual Satisfaction in Midlife with Dr Laurie MintzBe honest, are you faking it in the bedroom? If you are, you are not alone. Studies show that up to 70% of women have faked an orgasm at least once. But here's the real question: why do we fake it, and at what cost? From the societal pressures to perform to the orgasm gap to myths about what sex should look like, the reasons are complex, and in midlife, as our bodies' hormones and desires change, it can feel even more challenging to prioritize our pleasure. This week, episode 41 of Pleasure in the Pause is about reclaiming your sexual...2025-01-0845 minPleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure40 | Your 2025 Midlife Reinvention Toolkit with Gabriella Espinosa What if this year wasn't about fixing yourself but about finding yourself? What if midlife could be the most vibrant, fulfilling chapter of your life, a happy new year? Midlife can be the most vibrant, fulfilling chapter of your life - if you approach it with the right mindset. This week, episode 40 of Pleasure in the Pause is about midlife reinvention tools for 2025! Want to Make 2025 Your Most Vibrant Year Yet?I've recorded a powerful North Star Visualization to guide you step-by-step through finding your tru...2024-12-3114 min
Formula Indie EuropeFORMULA INDIE EUROPE 31.12.2024705 - Daily PrayerAARONSON – The Great Swells That Carry Us Will Pull Us UnderADAM WEDD – fomoAmen Sioux – Drunk in LoveAMILLS – For A Week Or Two APEWARDS – AnimaBABY X DADDY – HOT TRANS BOYBEN MURPHY – The EdgeCamille Ruz – WreathCat Ryan – Like ThisCatherine Elms – Not enoughCMON CMON – Say what it meansDANIEL DE BOER – Don't Hold the LineDESERT LIFE – I don’t wanna knowDoc Freighter – Euphoria 2024-12-314h 12Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure39 | Your Holiday Gift Awaits Inside Your Own Body with Gabriella EspinosaDid you know the greatest gift you can give yourself this holiday season isn't under the tree? It's reconnecting with your body and the pleasure already within you. We spend so much of this season focused outward, buying gifts, hosting family, and checking off endless to-do lists. But how often do we pause to give ourselves the gift of presence, the gift of self-connection, the gift of coming home to our bodies? That's precisely what we're exploring today in episode 39 of Pleasure in the Pause! Ready to Deepen Your Self-Connection Practice?I've c...2024-12-2316 min
Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure38 | Holiday Self-Care for the Grieving Heart (Practical tips for Healing) with Kelley WorkmanHave you ever noticed how the holiday season seems to amplify everything? Joy feels brighter, but so do feelings of grief and loss. As we approach the week before Christmas and Hanukkah, this time of year stirs up bittersweet memories and a longing for a loved one or what used to be. What if I told you it's possible to hold space for both? To honor what's tender while still inviting light and love into this special time of year.This week, episode 38 of Pleasure in the Pause is about navigating grief during the holidays! 2024-12-1838 min
Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure37 | Unlocking the Power of Postmenopausal Health and Wellness with Nicki WilliamsWhat if life after menopause wasn't something to fear or dread but instead a vibrant, empowering chapter where you can genuinely thrive physically, mentally, and emotionally? What if your healthiest, most fulfilling, and even most pleasurable years were still ahead? Today's guest is here to help us reframe the narrative around post-menopause and unlock the potential of this next phase. This week, episode 37 of Pleasure in the Pause is about unlocking the power of postmenopausal health and wellness! Are you ready to awaken your sensuality and feel more empowered in your body? Access the F...2024-12-1159 min
Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure36 | 5 Secrets to Experience More Flow and Connection in Midlife Relationships with Dr. Emily JameaHave you ever felt completely absorbed in an activity where everything flows effortlessly and time seems to disappear? That's what psychologists call flow state, a sense of being fully present and alive in the moment. Now imagine tapping into that same state to transform your intimacy and connection with your partner. In today's episode with Dr. Emily Jamea, we uncover the fascinating science of flow state and how it holds the key to unlocking more profound passion and pleasure in your relationships. This week, episode 36 of Pleasure in the Pause is about the science of flow state i...2024-12-0447 min
Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure35 | Grown Woman Talk: Your Midlife Health Action Plan with Dr. Sharon MaloneHave you ever sat in a doctor's office feeling dismissed when explaining your symptoms? or leave an appointment with more questions and answers? This is a familiar story for so many women, especially in midlife. But what if I told you there's someone who understands the struggle and has dedicated her life to empowering women to take charge of their health?Today, we're talking to Dr. Sharon Malone, who believes that in the ever-changing healthcare landscape, it's every woman for herself. And not in a discouraging way but in a way that can ignite your power to...2024-11-2757 min
Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure34 | The Truth about Menopause Hormone Therapy (beyond the myths) with Jill ChmielewskiHave all the headlines about hormone replacement therapy left you feeling confused or unsure about whether it's right for you? You are not alone. For years, mixed messages have made it difficult for women to feel confident in their choices around HRT. But today, I've brought in the perfect expert to help us separate fact from fiction. Today we'll explore what HRT really is, who it can help and how to make an informed decision for your unique body and health journey. Because, after all, you are the CEO of your body. This week, episode 34 of Pleasure i...2024-11-2059 min
Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure33 | Writing your Life Story after 40 with Tara EllisonHave you ever stopped to consider how the stories we inherit about love, sexuality, and self-worth shape who we become today? We're diving into that very question with a woman who's been on a journey of peeling back the narratives handed down from her mother and how she's rewriting them on her own terms.My guest this week, Tara Ellison, writes about midlife, menopause, sex and relationships, all those juicy topics we love. She is here to talk about what her mother taught her about sex and how this has fueled her healing purpose and creativity in...2024-11-1346 min
Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure32 | The Path to Conscious Intimacy in Midlife with Bibi BrzozkaHave you ever wondered if there's a whole new level of intimacy waiting for you, one that transcends the routines and rhythms you've come to know? Imagine stepping into an experience of pleasure and connection that's as transformative as it is intentional, where intimacy isn't just about the physical, but a pathway to deeper self discovery and a more profound connection with your partner. What if conscious sexuality could be your door to this next chapter? Bibi Brzozka is here this week to share how she guides couples and individuals to discover new ways to connect with themselves, their...2024-11-0659 minPleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure31 | The Hidden Gifts of Menopause: A Fresh Take with Psychotherapist Ashley TurnerWhat if the greatest transformation of your life is still ahead of you? Imagine if the emotional, physical and spiritual challenges of midlife were actually the gateway to unlocking your deepest power, purpose and pleasure. Today, I'm thrilled to be joined by Ashley Turner, licensed psychotherapist and renowned yoga and meditation expert. Ashley will talk to us about how the mental and emotional shifts of menopause are not obstacles, but powerful invitations for deeper healing and self discovery. This is a conversation you won't want to miss.This week, episode 31 of Pleasure in the Pause is about navigating the...2024-10-301h 00Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure30 | Why You Don't Feel Like Yourself in Menopause: Medical Facts and Real SolutionsHave you ever caught yourself thinking, I just don't feel like myself anymore? If so, you are not alone. The good news is this doesn't have to be your new normal. In today's episode, we'll explore what's really behind that feeling and show you that there is a way forward with the right support, medical care and lifestyle practices, you can reconnect with yourself, reclaim your spark and feel empowered through every stage of your menopause journey. This week, episode 30 of Pleasure in the Pause is about not feeling like yourself in menopause! In this episode of P...2024-10-231h 00Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure29 | The Power of Storytelling to Transform Your Menopause Experience with Omisade Burney ScottDo you see menopause as a beginning? Or as an ending? Can you see it as a dynamic transformation from one version of yourself to another? My guest today, Omisade Burney-Scott, believes menopause is more than a physical experience and every person has a unique story to tell. This week, episode 29 of Pleasure in the Pause is about embracing menopause as a transformative journey! In this episode of Pleasure in the Pause, Omisade Burney-Scott shares the importance of centering stories from the margins to elevate voices that have been historically invisible. and actionable steps you can take r...2024-10-161h 06Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure28 | You Are Not Broken: Real Education About Desire in Midlife with Dr Kelly CaspersonLet's be honest, if you're going through menopause you might be wondering, “did my desire just hit the pause button?” But here's the thing: it hasn't gone anywhere. It's still there waiting for you to discover it in new ways. Today we're diving into how menopause can shift desire and how you can spark it back up no matter what changes your body is going through. Get ready for some refreshing insights, light bulb moments, and maybe a few ideas to rekindle that fire. This week, episode 28 of Pleasure in the Pause is about exploring the biopsychosocial approach to midl...2024-10-0944 minPleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure27 | Menopause Like a Rockstar: Healing, Hormones & Self Advocacy with Esther BlumAre you ready to rock menopause from the inside out? What if I told you that thriving through menopause isn't just about managing symptoms, but about healing; starting with your gut and doing some deep inner work. Today’s guest Esther Blum is here to talk about how you can transform your gut health, reclaim your power and navigate menopause like a total rock star. This week, episode 27 of Pleasure in the Pause is about mastering menopause like a rockstar! In this episode of Pleasure in the Pause, Esther Blum shares the importance of self-advocacy at the doc...2024-10-021h 07Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure26 | Emotional Wellness in Menopause: Your Path to Balance and Vitality with Dr. Jessica ShepherdHave you ever wished you could find a doctor you feel totally comfortable talking to about every aspect of your health, especially during the menopause transition? Someone who not only understands the science, but who truly gets what you're going through on an emotional and personal level. Dr. Jessica Shepherd is that girlfriend doctor for many, sharing her compassionate practice on the Today Show, Good Morning America, and many other platforms. Dr. Shepherds is here to talk about her book, Generation M coming out this October and more! This week, episode 26 of Pleasure in the Pause is about navigating...2024-09-2543 minPleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure25 | The M Factor: Shredding the Silence on Menopause with Denise PinesHave you ever wondered why something as universal as menopause, a transition that every woman will experience, remains such a silent topic? Why do millions of women face this life stage feeling isolated, underprepared, and unheard? Our guest today, filmmaker and menopause advocate Denise Pines, is spearheading a movement to shred the silence of menopause with her new documentary! This week, episode 25 of Pleasure in the Pause is about shredding the silence on menopause! In this episode of Pleasure in the Pause, Denise Pines shares the importance of openly sharing menopause stories and actionable steps you can t...2024-09-181h 01Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure24 | Wake Up Your True Self: Marcella Hill on Perimenopause, Empowerment, and the Power of CommunityHave you ever stopped and wondered who you really are? Not the roles you play, the titles you carry or the expectations others have placed on you, but the true, unfiltered version of yourself beneath it all? And when was the last time you really listened to that voice inside who knows who you are without all the noise. If that question feels uncomfortable or maybe you're not sure how to answer it, then today's episode is for you. We're talking about what it means to truly wake up to yourself, your desires and your potential. This week, episode 24...2024-09-111h 01Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure23 | Back to Pleasure Mindset: Keep Your Summer Spark AliveAre you starting to feel the buzz and energy behind that back to school and work feeling? September arrives, your mind starts getting ahead of you and before you know it, the summertime pleasures and connection to your body and those sexy, intimate moments shared with your partner feel like a snapshot in time. But instead of back to school, what asbout back to pleasure? How can you make room for and still be with the joy, pleasure and aliveness that summer invites us to turn towards? This week, episode 23 of Pleasure in the Pause is about keeping your...2024-09-0410 minPleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure22 | Embrace Sexual Wellness in Menopause and BeyondIgnorance is not bliss when it comes to your sexual anatomy. There is so little we've been taught about our sexual anatomy, and when we begin to experience the changes of perimenopause or menopause, we are forced to confront our internalized shame, silence and ignorance about this amazing part of our bodies. In this episode, I'm going to talk to you about how getting to know our vulvas can empower us both in the bedroom and in the doctor's office. We'll explore the beauty of this part of our body through the lens of Eastern traditional wisdom and provide...2024-08-2812 min
The Muslim Sex PodcastEmbracing Pleasure & Desire: Sexual Wellness Coaching with Gabriella EspinosaOn this episode, Dr. Sadaf welcomes the host of the Pleasure in the Pause podcast, Gabriella Espinosa, to discuss everything you need to know about sexual wellness coaching. Gabriella is a women’s health and sexual wellness coach, on during this discussion, she shares how she helps women by guiding them to understand what brings them pleasure, advocating for themselves, and working through past traumas that may be holding them back. Learn about somatic practices, journaling, and exploring the senses, as Dr. Sadaf and Gabriella dive into the importance of giving ones self permission to heal and experience the jo...2024-08-2342 minPleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure21 | Redefining Sexual Medicine and Education for Midlife Women with Dr. Rachel RubinDo you find it difficult to talk to your doctor about your sexual health? Where do you even begin finding the right doctor who will listen? And how can you empower yourself with the knowledge to understand your own sexual anatomy so you can advocate for yourself in the doctor's office and in the bedroom? Dr. Rachel Rubin is on a mission to change the landscape of sexual medicine and sexual education for medical practitioners and patients alike. Get comfortable and ready for a real education. This week, episode 21 of Pleasure in the Pause is about changing the landscape...2024-08-2145 minPleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure20 | Menopause as a Second Spring: Reframing the Narrative with Kate CodringtonDo you know what season of your menopause journey you're currently in? I know it can feel like an eternal hot summer on some days, and like a cold winter where you want to turn inward and hibernate on others. My guest today, Kate Codrington, has a beautiful way of mapping out your journey according to each season of the year with nourishing self care practices, reflections and journaling prompts so you can craft your own experience according to your unique needs. This week, episode 20 of Pleasure in the Pause is about your second spring and embracing the seasons o...2024-08-1448 minPleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure19 | The Science and Practice of Deepening Intimacy with Dr SadafI believe that inside every human being is a need to feel closer and connected with both ourselves and the ones we love. But often there are physical, emotional, and cultural obstacles that get in the way of these meaningful connections. Today, Dr. Sadaf is going to help us explore the beautiful topic of intimacy and how we can meet ourselves and our partners in that space of fulfilling heart-to-heart connection. This week, episode 19 of Pleasure in the Pause is about prioritizing pleasure and cultivating intimate connections! In this episode of Pleasure in the Pause, Dr. Sadaf s...2024-08-0748 minPleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure18 | Prescription for Pleasure: A Path to Healing with Physical Therapist Dee HartmanHave you ever been to a doctor who has written up a prescription for pleasure to help you heal whatever is ailing you? Today’s guest, Dr. Dee Hartmann, has developed a revolutionary set of pleasure prescriptions to help you heal sexual pain. As a pioneer in the field of physical therapy and pelvic health, Dee has co-authored the book 'The Pleasure Prescription: A Surprising Approach to Healing Sexual Pain’ to help women find a path from pain to pleasure. This week, episode 18 of Pleasure in the Pause is about integrating sensual practices into pelvic floor rehabilitation! In th...2024-07-3155 min
Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure17 | Activating Your Menopause Superpower with Rebekah BrownAre you ready to rewrite the narrative of aging and make menopause your superpower? My special guest this week is Rebekah Brown, visionary founder of the co-creation community Liminal, a brand dedicated to helping women "meno-well" through innovative products and education.Rebekah shares her personal journey from being crippled by anxiety during perimenopause to creating a multi-award winning brand and thriving menopause community. Learn how she turned her struggles with weight gain, hormonal acne, and mental fog into a mission to help women everywhere navigate this transition with curiosity and empowerment.In this...2024-07-2355 min
Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure16 | Why Fondling Your Breasts Could Save Your Life (And How to Do It Right) with Gina LamannaAre you neglecting a simple practice that could save your life? Learn how to perform a quick and easy breast self-exam that empowers you to detect potential issues early. This video guide is a must-watch for all women, especially those under 45. Understand why breast self-exams matter Master the step-by-step technique Learn how to "know your normal" Discover tips to make it a habit Recognize when to seek medical attentionJoin breast cancer survivor Gina Lamanna as she shares her powerful story and teaches you this potentially life-saving skill. Don't wait - your health is in your hands!2024-07-171h 06
Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure15 | Nurturing Your Vulva Garden: A Path to Renewed Pleasure in Midlife with Dr. Maria UlokoFor more resources on midlife pleasure and wellness, visit: https://pleasureinthepause.comIn this eye-opening episode of Pleasure in the Pause, I sit down with Dr. Maria Uloko, a trailblazing urologist revolutionizing the field of comprehensive sexual health. We dive deep into the often overlooked world of vulvar health and its crucial connection to our overall well-being.Dr. Uloko shares her powerful "vulva garden" analogy, explaining how proper care and nourishment of our vulvas are essential for thriving sexual and urinary health. We discuss the surprising link between hormones, vulvar health, and recurring UTIs, and...2024-07-091h 11
Gyno Girl Presents: Sex, Drugs & HormonesReframing Menopause: Gabriella Espinosa on Stepping into Your True PowerDo you ever feel like society has left middle-aged women's health issues in the dark? On today's episode we dive deep into menopause, breast health, and sexuality with our incredible guest, Gabriella Espinosa. Gabriella, a sexual wellness and midlife menopause coach, shares her personal and professional journey in empowering women to embrace midlife and beyond.Gabriella’s work emphasizes educating and empowering women about sexuality, mental wellness, and menopause, helping them transition through this life stage with grace and live more fully. Together, we highlight the importance of creating language and aware...2024-07-0552 min
Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure14 | A Coach for Your Vagina? How Pelvic Floor Care Changes Everything with Kim VopniDid you know that your pelvic floor affects everything from your sexual pleasure to your overall health?Join me as I chat with Kim Vopni, The Vagina Coach, about this often-overlooked aspect of women's wellness.Welcome to Pleasure in the Pause, where we explore how to reconnect with our bodies and reclaim our power through perimenopause, menopause, and beyond.In this episode, Kim and I dive deep into:→ Why breathing is the secret weapon for pelvic health→ The "Core Four" muscles and their surprising impact on your daily life→ Debunking the myth that a tigh...2024-07-0253 min
More Beautiful PodcastThe Pleasure Principle Part 2 of 2Sex in midlife. It can get complicated, and many questions and concerns can arise. Well, if you want answers, these two episodes—a special roundup of some of the best conversations I’d had with experts working in the fields of sexual intimacy and health—have got you covered. These pros, who have appeared on some of the 90-plus past episodes of the More Beautiful Podcast, are making it their mission to help you strengthen your midlife relationships, get more joy and passion in your life, and tap into your sensuality well into old age. If that sounds good to you...2024-06-2748 min
You Are The Creatrix - For Women Trailblazers, Visionaries, Leaders, Catalysts in Midlife and BeyondYOU ARE THE CREATRIX PODCAST - Sacred And Divine Season Episode 4 - With Your Host Angie Litvinoff and Guest Gabriella EspinosaMy guest is Gabriella Espinosa, menopause and sexual
wellness coach, yoga/somatic movement teacher and the founder of Women’s Body Wisdom, an online coaching platform that empowers women to own their pleasure,
power and purpose in midlife.
Her work lies at the intersection of embodiment, eastern traditional wisdom, female sexuality and menopausal health and is informed by 15 years of guiding women to know, trust and appreciate their bodies through 1-1, group
coaching programs and international retreats.
She also contributes her writing on yoga and
women’s health to leading US and UK...2024-06-2627 min
Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure13 | Summer Body Confidence: Embracing Your Midlife Curves in and Out of the BedroomAs the temperatures rise, do you find yourself hiding your body instead of celebrating it?You're not alone.Many midlife women struggle with body image, especially during swimsuit season. But it's time to change that narrative!Hey there, I'm Gabriella Espinosa, your Midlife and Sexual Wellness Coach, and today we're diving deep into body confidence for the bedroom and beyond!🔥 Ready to upgrade your pleasure? Join my transformative 3-month coaching program, Pleasure Upgrade. Click here to schedule your pleasure exploration call with me: https://www.pleasureinthepause.com/coachingIn thi...2024-06-2515 min
Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure12 | The Last Taboo: Introducing the Art of Self PleasureToday we're exploring a topic that's often shrouded in taboo and secrecy, but is essential for our well-being: how to start a self-pleasure practice.If you're feeling disconnected from your body, craving a deeper connection with your pleasure, or simply curious about exploring self-pleasure, this video is for you. We'll break down the barriers and myths surrounding self-pleasure, and I'll guide you through some beautiful techniques to help you reconnect with your body and reignite that spark within. 🔥In this Podcast, you'll discover: The difference between self-pleasure and masturbation, and why self-pleasure is key for...2024-06-1915 min
Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure11 | Breaking the Silence: Dr. Sameena Rahman on Cultural Differences in the Menopause ExperienceWhat cultural narratives have you inherited about menopause? In this eye-opening conversation with Dr. Sameena Rahman we look at the factors that shape the menopause experience for women of diverse cultural and racial backgrounds. If you are a woman of color or support a woman of color in any capacity you will want to listen to this episode and learn how we can all menopause better together. In this insightful episode, Dr. Sameena Rahman and I explore: The cultural narratives and shame that often shroud menopause for women of color Eye-opening research on the...2024-06-1251 min
Pleasure In The Pause: Smart, Sexy Midlife Conversations about Menopause, Hormones & Female Pleasure10 | The Heroine's Journey: Mapping Your Path to Pleasure In Midlife with Carly MountainDiscover how to reignite your sexual pleasure and desire as a midlife woman.Carly Mountain shares ancient wisdom to guide you on a transformative journey of self-love and empowerment through perimenopause, menopause, and beyond.Many women feel disconnected from their sexual selves during the menopausal transition. This powerful interview with psychosexual somatic therapist Carly Mountain reveals how the ancient myth of Inanna provides a roadmap to meet yourself as a sexual being, cultivate self-love, and ignite desire in midlife. If you're a woman navigating the challenges and changes of menopause, this is a must-watch.2024-06-0455 min
Asking for a Friend - Health, Fitness & Personal Growth Tips for Women in MidlifeEp.107 Reclaiming Intimacy and Knowing Yourself During Menopause with Gabriella EspinosaWhat if navigating menopause could be a transformative phase rather than a challenging ordeal? Join us as we welcome Gabriella Espinosa, a menopause and sexual wellness coach, who shares her deeply personal journey from a passionate courtship and early motherhood to the unexpected trials of perimenopause. Gabriella’s story highlights the often-overlooked aspects of this life stage, underscoring the importance of self-awareness and the need for open conversations surrounding menopause.Gabriella recounts meeting her soulmate at 36, the joys of early motherhood, and the sudden onset of perimenopause that brought anxiety, insomnia, and low mood. Feeling isolated, she em...2024-06-0341 min