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  • Not Aging Gracefully: Dr. Lexie Peterka


    We all get old, we all get wrinkles. There's nothing we can do about it, right? Wrong. Dr. Lexie Peterka, the founder and CEO of  LP Wellness & Aesthetics in New York City discusses non-surgical treatments like Botox, collagen fillers, and a non-invasive PDO thread face lift to help fix sagging tissues. Dr. Lexie also explains what "moon face" is and talks about the need for a health coach when clients appear to be addicted to plastic surgery.

    VLuv Hub is produced by Judy D'Mello and Anne Kothari
    Original music by acloudyskye
    Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @vluvhub

    29 min
  • Own Your Sexuality: Liz Ilgenfritz


    When it comes to sex and sexuality, there are so many misconceptions, mixed messages and taboos, it's no wonder we women can't let go and just enjoy it! The thing is, you can. So says Liz Ilgenfritz, a holistic sex educator who offers up a crash course on shame-free sexuality. Why is human sexuality so relevant? How does it relate to relationships as well as the physical act of pleasure? With this holistic approach, we can ultimately own our sexuality and take control of our sex lives.

    VLuv Hub is produced by Judy D'Mello and Anne Kothari
    Original music by acloudyskye
    Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @vluvhub

    31 min
  • Prolapse: Dr. Lily Gillespie's Personal Experience
    What is a pelvic organ prolapse? It's when your internal organs in the pelvis slip down from their normal position and bulge out of the vagina. If you think it's rare, think again. One in every four women suffer from this non-life-threatening but uncomfortable and deeply embarrassing issue. Dr. Gillespie, an acupuncturist and doctor of Eastern medicine in New York City, describes her terrifying moment of a pelvic organ prolapse, following the birth of her child. She also discusses the importance of pelvic floor exercises and lifestyle changes to avoid prolapse, as well as some ancient Chinese remedies such as "binding" that she employs.


    VLuv Hub is produced by Judy D'Mello and Anne Kothari
    Original music by acloudyskye
    Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @vluvhub



    30 min
  • New Pathways to Pleasure: Gabriella Espinosa

    Want to befriend your body rather than being at odds with it? Well, Gabriella Espinosa, a menopause mentor and a yoga and somatic movement teacher, is here to guide us on how to connect to our inner wisdom and own our pleasure, power and purpose in midlife and beyond. She explains the practice of somatic movement: deconstructing old arousal patterns and creating new pathways to pleasure in the body. It requires tuning in and really listening to our bodies. And when we do, that’s when we finally connect to our physical needs and live a life that's in full color.

    VLuv Hub is produced by Judy D'Mello and Anne Kothari
    Original music by acloudyskye
    Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @vluvhub


    31 min
  • How to Live the Hao Life: Danielle Chang and William Li

    In traditional Chinese households, "The medicine cabinet is the kitchen cabinet," according to William Li, cofounder with Danielle Chang of the Hao Life, a line of Chinese herbal supplements and remedies that's steeped in traditional Chinese medicine but with an entirely modern twist. In this episode, the duo speak to Anne and Judy about the products they developed specifically to combat midlife hormonal changes: Got Game, a supplement for andropause (male menopause) and Balancing Act (for perimenopause and menopause). But there are many other products, too, all science-backed, plant-based herbs to help you live the good (hao) life.

    VLuv Hub is produced by Judy D'Mello and Anne Kothari
    Original music by acloudyskye
    Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @vluvhub

    29 min
  • A Fabulous Life After 50: Neelam Kothari

    Is 50 old? Find out from Bollywood legend Neelam Kothari, who speaks from Mumbai, India, with Judy and Anne about her return to acting at the age of 50, after a 22-year retirement. With frankness, she describes how the industry has changed for the better (more women on the set) and for the worse (high-definition cameras that pick up every wrinkle!). She also shares insights about life in a more conservative India and how the word "menopause" is starting to surface in the news and even in Season 2 of her Netflix hit, "The Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives."

    VLuv Hub is produced by Judy D'Mello and Anne Kothari
    Original music by acloudyskye
    Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @vluvhub

    26 min
  • Welcome To Your Second Spring: Kate Codrington

    How do I know when I'm in perimenopause or menopause? How can I stay positive during this change when I’m feeling so crappy about myself? Judy and Anne speak with Kate Codrington, a UK-based menopause mentor, activist, podcaster, and the author of "Second Spring: the guide to self-care for menopause."  Kate shares her techniques for recognizing the natural life stages women go though, including menopause, which in Chinese culture, is called the “Second Spring.” By listening to your needs and wants, you learn acceptance and kindness, not only towards others, but, more importantly, to oneself.

    Learn more:
    https://smart.bio/kate_codrington/ 
    VLuv Hub is produced by Judy D'Mello and Anne Kothari
    Original music by acloudyskye
    Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @vluvhub

    29 min
  • Sex Life Sizzle (with Sex Therapist Beatty Cohan)

    How do you keep the sizzle in your sex life, regardless of age, menopause, and annoyances in the bedroom? VLuv’s First Lady Sue interviews Beatty Cohan, a nationally-recognized sex therapist and psychotherapist who has been practicing for over 35 years. Hear how to have sex at any age, keep it spicy during menopause and even with erectile dysfunction, communicate with your partner, rule out physical issues, and whether to schedule sex.

    Learn more:
    http://www.beattycohan.com/

    VLuv Hub is produced by Judy D'Mello, Sue deLara and Anne Kothari
    Original music by acloudyskye
    Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @vluvhub



    25 min
  • Vaginal Dryness (with Dr. Jill Krapf)

    What menopause symptom is perfect for Dry January? Hello, vaginal dryness. VLuv’s First Lady Judy interviews Dr. Jill Krapf, a Gynecologist and Certified Menopause Practitioner. Hear what to do about vaginal dryness, her advice for tackling painful sex, top vaginal dryness treatments, what you should know about hormone therapy, and Judy’s favorite lubes.

    Learn more:
    https://jillkrapfmd.com/
    https://www.instagram.com/jillkrapfmd/

    VLuv Hub is produced by Judy D'Mello, Sue deLara and Anne Kothari
    Original music by acloudyskye
    Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @vluvhub



    28 min
  • Menopocalypse (with Amanda Thebe)

    Why can menopause cause weight gain and depression? What should our diet and lifestyle look like during menopause? VLuv’s First Lady Judy interviews Amanda Thebe, Personal Trainer and Bestselling Author of Menopocalypse. Hear what exercise, diet, and lifestyle choices you should make during menopause, how to not “let the old lady in,” how menopause impacts metabolism, how to handle gaining weight during perimenopause, and the benefits of getting out and going for a walk.

    Learn more:
    https://amandathebe.com/books/
    https://www.youtube.com/c/amandathebex

    VLuv Hub is produced by Judy D'Mello, Sue deLara and Anne Kothari
    Original music by acloudyskye
    Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @vluvhub

    25 min

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