In this lively episode of the Ask Dr. Sterling Podcast, Dr. Noa Sterling and co-host Claire dive into the surprising and captivating world of reality TV, discussing the hit show Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. While the drama entertained us, it also raised real-life questions about reproductive health, stress during pregnancy, vaginal rejuvenation, and more. Dr. Sterling gives her expert take on some of the wildest moments from the show, drawing connections to the very real medical and emotional challenges many women face.

Key Moments Covered:

• Vaginal Rejuvenation Surgery: What exactly is labiaplasty? Dr. Sterling breaks down the facts behind this procedure, why it's more common than you think, and the difference between functional and cosmetic surgery.
• Stress and Pregnancy: Taylor's emotional pregnancy journey on the show raised important questions about the impact of stress on both mother and baby. Dr. Sterling explains how chronic and acute stress can affect pregnancy outcomes and shares advice for managing stress during this vulnerable time.
• Medical Training and Gender Dynamics: The discussion gets personal when Dr. Sterling imagines the future of Jen’s husband, who was shown being unsupportive of his wife, as he enters medical school to become a doctor. What happens when misogyny meets medicine?
• Unusual Pregnancy Announcements: Whitney's shocking pregnancy reveal—by hiding a pregnancy test in a cake!—leads Dr. Sterling to weigh in on what’s funny, what’s gross, and why you may want to keep your pregnancy test out of your family’s desserts.

Whether you're a reality TV fan or just tuning in for expert insight on reproductive health, this episode blends pop culture with important medical knowledge. Tune in for an entertaining and educational conversation about everything from vaginal health to the impact of stress on pregnancy.

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Host: Dr. Noa Sterling, Board Certified ObGyn & Founder of Sterling Parents Membership