In this episode, Tina chats with Dr. Maria Sophocles, a board-certified OBGYN who specializes in gynecology, menopause, and sexual health. They dive into the often-overlooked topic of sex and pleasure in midlife, including Dr. Sophocles’ concept of the “bedroom gap” and her upcoming book. They talk about the physical changes that affect libido, how to communicate with your partner, and which treatments are safe and effective for improving sexual health. Dr. Sophocles shares practical tips for reclaiming sexual pleasure and why it’s so important for overall health and well-being.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

- The surprising reasons midlife women lose desire and why it’s not your fault

- The real definition of “the bedroom gap” and why it widens after 40

- The silent sexual symptoms of perimenopause most women don’t recognize

- How weight changes, energy dips, and body confidence affect your sex life

- Why communication about sex is so hard and how to start conversations

- The evidence-based treatments that actually improve libido and sexual function

- What every woman should know about midlife sexual health but isn’t told

- Dr. Sophocles’ biggest hope for women reading The Bedroom Gap

The Bedroom Gap: Rewrite the Rules and Roles of Sex in Midlife: https://rstyle.me/+ilXbuSJ9Aco5gBQ8yruUZw

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Tina Haupert is the owner of Carrots ‘N’ Cake as well as a Certified Nutrition Coach and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P). Tina and her team use functional testing and a personalized approach to nutrition to help women find balance within their diets while achieving their body composition goals.

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About Dr. Maria Sophocles:

Dr. Maria Sophocles has been at the forefront of women’s healthcare for 30 years, bringing an unparalleled depth of knowledge, compassion, and innovation to her practice. From her academic roots at Duke University and Jefferson Medical College to her groundbreaking work at Women’s Healthcare of Princeton, Dr. Sophocles is a vanguard in menopause management and female sexual health. Explore her journey, accolades, and contributions to global women’s healthcare.