Fempower Health | A Women's Health Podcast

By Georgie KovacsHealth & Fitness Education

Fempower Health | A Women's Health Podcast episodes

July 13, 2020Sex Matters in Healthcare: What Women Need to Know and Do About It | Dr Alyson McGregor
Hear from expert and author Dr. Alyson McGregor. Alyson is a physician, researcher and writer. She is also the director for the Division of Sex and Gender in Emergency Medicine at Brown University. Her TEDx talk, “Why Medicine Often Has Dangerous Side Effects for Women” currently has over 1.6 million views and she has recently released a new book titled Sex Matters: How Male-Centric Medicine Endangers Women’s Health and What We Can Do About It.
Did you know:
A woman’s symptoms for a heart attack aren’t the same as a man?
Some medicine has only been tested on men but women are recommended the same dosage, which has led to serious problems and even fatalities.
Data is finally compelling researchers and even the FDA to provide gender-based recommendations.
There is still much to be done to achieve equality for women in healthcare.

“Women should feel empowered to take control of their medical care. Welcoming the complexity of the impact of hormones on our health will lead to a greater scientific understanding of women and their reactions to disease. My greatest hope is that women will receive personalized, safe and effective healthcare.” - Dr. Alyson McGregor
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**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024**

**The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor. Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.**

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July 06, 2020It’s NOT Your Genetics, It’s Your Lifestyle: Unpacking the Science of Epigenetics | Aimee Raupp
This episode of the Fempower Health podcast features best-selling author and wellness expert, Aimee Raupp, MS LAc. Aimee is renowned for her work with fertility, nutrition and women’s health.
In this conversation with Fempower Health founder, Georgie Kovacs, Aimee enlightens us about the role genes play in our health, which she discusses in detail in her book, Body Belief.
Get answers to questions like:
Are you genetically destined to get certain diseases, or do you have some control?
How many diseases are actually heritable? (The number is lower than you think!)
What environmental influences turn genes on or off?
What can you eat to enhance wellness?

Resources:
Resources and episodes on Fertility and Trying to Conceive

Resources and episodes on Nutrition & Exercise

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**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024**

**The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor. Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.**

**May contain affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**
58 min
June 22, 2020Lube & Your Vaginal Health | Suzanne Munson
Hear from Suzanne Munson of Fairhaven Health about lube and your vaginal health. Many women don't understand even the basics about how their bodies work or what is normal.
We discuss:
What is a health pH for the vagina?
What is normal lubrication?
What are the consequences when vaginal health is compromised?
How can you address vaginal health issues?
What changes occur in the vagina during menopause?

Talking through the big picture of vaginal health, they go over the contributing elements to vaginal issues, hormones and the best choices for lubricants.
Resources:
Recommended Books on Fertility / Trying to Conceive
Recommended Books on Menopause

Resources and episodes on Fertility and Trying to Conceive
Resources and episodes on Perimenopause & Menopause and sign up for the Perimenopause and Menopause newsletter
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**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024**
**The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor. Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.**

**May contain affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**
57 min
June 08, 2020Men's Sexual Health: Minimizing Shame & Offering Solutions | Dr Paul Gittens
This episode is an interview with Dr. Paul Gittens, a leading specialist in sexual function for men and women. He discusses the challenges men face to even get to a doctor, much less receive treatment. The cultural norms of men just "toughing it out" or not complaining have undercut their willingness to pursue the right care
Dr. Gittens also covers:
What is the main cause of erectile dysfunction and how do you fix erectile dysfunction?
How can you raise low libido and is low libido curable?
What are the psychological factors of sex?
What are recommended/proven therapies and treatment options, including non-medicinal approaches for erectile dysfunction, low libido and other men's sexual health concerns?
What are the main causes for male infertility and what are the treatments for each?

"Men’s health is such a big topic. It starts when boys are young. It’s important that we instill in our young boys that we don’t have to be the tough guys. If something’s wrong, they need to talk about it. We also need to educate older men as well. By doing that, men’s health will improve." - Dr. Paul Gittens
Resources:
Recommended Books on Sexual Health

Resources and episodes on Sexual Health

Resources and episodes on Fertility and Trying to Conceive

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1. Help others discover Fempower Health:
Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.
2. Stay connected:
Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.
Or join our newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.

**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024**

**The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor. Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.**

**May contain affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**
53 min
May 25, 2020The Role of Chinese Medicine in Women's Health: And It Is Not Just Acupuncture | Dr Marc Sklar
Hear from Dr. Marc Sklar, a Harvard-trained practitioner, Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, author and president of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine. They discuss the often unknown scope of Oriental medicine, including acupuncture, and its many applications to improve women's health.
Get answers to questions like, "what tests should I ask my doctor for?" and "is acupuncture an ongoing or short-term treatment?"
We also cover:
The role of acupuncturists in supporting those struggling with fertility
Chinese herbs, cupping
Acupuncture and egg quality
Chinese medicine and conditions such as PCOS and Hashimoto's
The difference in acupuncture state-to-state

"The only picture of a baby that sits on my desk in my office aside from my kids is the first baby that I ever helped conceive. It reminds me of where I was and how important she was to my career and my path. That’s my inspiration. Being there to support patients so they can have the families that they want." - Dr. Marc Sklar
Resources
Recommended Books on Fertility / Trying to Conceive

Resources and episodes on Fertility and Trying to Conceive

🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:

1. Help others discover Fempower Health:
Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.
2. Stay connected:
Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.
Or join our newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.

**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024**

**The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor. Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.**

**May contain affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**
59 min
May 18, 2020Georgie Kovacs | Announcement: Why Fempower Health (formerly Fertility4Me)
Entrepreneur, businesswoman and avid researcher Georgie Kovacs is the founder of Fempower Health. Georgie has worked tirelessly to help women, leveraging her decade-long experience with fertility treatments and undiagnosed/unexplained health issues.

Fempower Health will provide:
Insight into women's health issues
Empowerment for women to head into a "7-minute" doctor appointment with the right questions
Curated resources that address common (and not so common) women's health issues
An engaged, empathetic online community of women helping women

Listen in to learn more.

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May 11, 2020 What Does Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Treat? | Corey Hazama
Corey Hazama, a pelvic floor physical therapist and co-owner of Beyond Basics in New York City.
Corey provides insight into the important, and often unexpected, ways pelvic floor physical therapy can help with a variety of women's health conditions! Most importantly, she helps us unlearn that pain is something we women should "grin and bear" and instead shares how pelvic floor PT may actually offer much needed relief. And yes, she address the questions we are afraid to ask about what many call vagina massages.
Resources
Resources and episodes on Pelvic Health

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Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.
Or join our newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.

**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024**

**The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor. Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.**

**May contain affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**

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May 04, 2020Supplements - Which to Take, How Much and How Often | Suzanne Munson
Some of us don’t take enough supplements while others take too many. Additionally, we are often confused by which brand or formulation (i.e., folic acid vs. folate, ubiquinol vs. ubiquinone) is right for us.
Suzanne Munson, the VP of Product Development and Compliance at Fairhaven Health, speaks about:
Which are common supplements for women's health.
How to select the right supplement brand.
Optimal daily dose of common vitamins and minerals

Resources:
Recommended Books on Hormones and Menstrual Health

Resources and episodes on Hormones & Menstrual Health

🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:

1. Help others discover Fempower Health:
Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.
2. Stay connected:
Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.
Or join our newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.

**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024**

**The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor. Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.**

**May contain affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**
49 min
April 28, 2020Ovulation & Progesterone Metabolite: How they may play a role in your Fertility | Dr Amy Beckley
Hear an interview with Proov inventor and founder, Amy Galliher-Beckley, who created an at-home PdG, or progesterone metabolite, test to confirm ovulation. This is a completely innovative and novel diagnostic process for measuring PdG at home.
We will learn about:
The company and their product, Proov,
Uncover why Dr. Amy Beckley created this Proov test,
The important role PdG levels plays in fertility, and
The challenges women face in seeking help given the complex dynamics of our healthcare system.

Resources
Recommended Books on Fertility / Trying to Conceive

Recommended Books on Hormones and Menstrual Health

Resources and episodes on Fertility and Trying to Conceive

Recommended Books on Hormones and Menstrual Health

🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:

1. Help others discover Fempower Health:
Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.
2. Stay connected:
Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.
Or join our newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.

**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024**

**The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor. Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.**

**May contain affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**
49 min
April 20, 2020The POWER of the Gut: Learn All About the Microbiome and its Role in Overall Health | Guy Daniels
Listen in to this interview with Guy Daniels, the former Director of Medical Education at a health intelligence platform for wellness.
He discusses:
Why your gut health is important
Signs of a health gut
How to improve your gut health
How probiotics help with gut health problems
Women’s health conditions impacted by a bad gut and what you can do about it

We appreciate that Guy’s personal experience with Crohn’s disease drives his passion to make an impact on gut health, a field that is only in its nascency.
Resources:
Learn more about Guy Daniels' work.

🎧 Loved the episode? Here's how you can take action:

1. Help others discover Fempower Health:
Leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify. It’s the easiest way to support our mission and amplify women’s health voices.
2. Stay connected:
Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, YouTube for real-time updates, expert insights, and relatable conversations.
Or join our newsletter to get curated women's health content—on your terms, in your inbox.

**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024**

**The information shared by Fempower Health is not medical advice but for informational purposes to enable you to have more effective conversations with your doctor. Always talk to your doctor before making health-related decisions. Additionally, the views expressed by the Fempower Health podcast guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.**

**May contain affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links**
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About Fempower Health | A Women's Health Podcast

From the publisher's feed

Fempower Health is where systems thinking meets women's health. Hosted by Georgie Kovacs, a healthcare strategist with 20+ years in the industry, each episode features conversations with leading researchers, clinicians, and innovators working to fix what's broken in women's healthcare. We cover hormone health, fertility, perimenopause, menopause, endometriosis, autoimmune disease, mental health, and sexual wellness, grounded in current research and real clinical practice. This isn't another wellness show. It's an evidence-based look at the systems, research, and policy shaping care for women, so you understand not just what's happening, but why.