Episode 15: Everyone hears about the importance of doing your kegels, but do you know that kegels are only a small part of toning your pelvic floor? And it's not just moms who have pelvic floor dysfunction. Many women don’t decide to do anything about their pelvic floor issues until they have symptoms. They can range from degrees of incontinence to discomfort during sex, a heaviness or bulging in the vagina or rectum to separation of the abdominal muscles with pregnancy- and more! Listen to find out why it’s common for women to pee a little when they sneeze or cough but why this shouldn’t be considered normal. Learn how to contract your pelvic floor muscle properly, keys to proper exercises and how important breath work is in the health of your pelvic floor.

Things to try: MUTU System, Natalie Hodson, The Bloom Method

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Episode 14: Even if you don’t partake in intercourse on your period you’re curious about it! Join Kelly & Tiffany while they dive into the taboo of period sex, why it’s a difficult activity for some couples and why you might want to give it a try. Intimacy doesn’t have to come to a screeching halt during menstruation, a bit of communication with your partner to make sex work for you both can go a long way to staying close and getting pleasure this time each month. Your favorite hosts dive into ways to manage the mess, the materials that help and the mindset for making the most of it. 

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Episode 13: Join your hosts while they touch on the topic of your breasts and how it fits into the gynecological picture of female health. Tiffany and Kelly share the changes our breasts go through from puberty, through pregnancy and breastfeeding to post childbearing years. Listen while they share the variation in anatomy, shape, size, the myth of symmetry and how to properly care for them. They discuss nipple hairs, bras and good bra fittings. Kelly and Tiffany share information about self breast exams, cancer screening tools and things you can do to reduce breast cancer risk. Come along as they discuss breast implants, implant illness and what we are learning about breast “explants” or the removal of implants. Their final parting tip: go touch your boobs!

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Episode 12: Join Tiffany & Kelly while they review this Oscar awarded documentary about women getting their periods called: Period. End of Sentence. Your hosts share the basis of the story and the compelling pieces that make period advocacy so important. Come along while they show their support for the film, and discuss attitudes about periods and taboo subjects in India, America and beyond. Discover the overarching message of education, empowerment and women supporting women while Tiffany & Kelly expose the barriers of our beliefs despite the availability of resources. You won’t regret this listen or watching the original documentary on Netflix! 

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Episode 11: It’s one of the most normal body functions that women don’t want to talk about, yet so much of what happens surrounding your bowel movements can provide valuable information about your health. Come along while your hosts describe the consistency, color and frequency you should be aiming for and what to do when your poo isn’t quite right. We will dive into the most common issues women have with their poops and what to do about it. Learn how to optimize your elimination experience by paying attention to how it comes out and compile your related symptoms. Make small changes to your lifestyle that will make a big difference in your toilet time!

Things to try: Squatty Potty

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Episode 10: Kelly & Tiffany dive into the phases of the female reproductive cycle and explain what each phase does and why it’s worthwhile information to know and understand. Your hosts cover what goes on during and in between ovulation and menstruation patterns. Come along while they ponder at how persistently your body wants to achieve pregnancy and how to work with it when you want a baby and how to work against it when you want to avoid pregnancy. Take charge of your fertility and learn what is normal for you during the month. Hear how to overcome the idea that having your period is complete torture and tools to use for paying attention to your anatomy,  and tracking your cycle. 

Things to try: Pregnancy Tracking app, Taking Charge of Your Fertility Book

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Episode 9: A frequently requested topic, Kelly & Tiffany give their opinions and tips for talking about sex with little ones. They explain all the many categories that fit under “sex” topics, including teaching our sons and daughters proper anatomy, consent, physical health, boundaries, relationships and so much more. Come along to listen to your hosts share what to say and how much to chat with your kids about at each age and stage of their development. 

Things to try: It's So Amazing! Book ,It's Not the Stork! Book, What's the Big Secret? Book, Pinterest Board with Info & Tips

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EPISODE 8:  Sexual desire fluctuates during a woman’s lifecycle and Tiffany & Kelly hit on trying to keep it hot, especially when you’re not feeling it. Dive into what drives your sex drive, how to increase your desire and make small adjustments to work towards a more satisfying sex life. Your host share some tips and tricks, including identifying and decreasing the things that kill your libido. Learn how to communicate better with your partner, enhance the emotional aspect of sexuality and some strategies for just being plain practical. Share your #sexgoal with us on social media!

Things to try: Lucy Libido book 

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Episode 7: Vaginal steaming is all the rage, but what the heck is it really? Gyn steam is a practice use to gently treat all kinds of vaginal and menstrual disorders from problematic period symptoms to hemorrhoids, to fibroids, cysts, general discomfort and so much more. Your hosts dive into why you should try this therapy and how to do it yourself. Listen along while Kelly & Tiffany talk about how to use the herbs, set-up a steaming area in your home and the inspiration you need to give it a whirl!

Things to try: Get the gyn steam herbs and directions, Squatty Potty, Hot Plate  

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Episode 6: We have a Valentine’s week special all cooked up for your listening pleasure. Instead of turning up the heat and getting you excited for romance this year, Kelly & Tiffany bring you stories about sexual encounters that will make you feel pretty good about your own average sex-life. We take turns reading submission from our listeners sharing the most hilariously disastrous sex tales we have ever heard. 

Things to try: sex journal

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