The Light Within
The Light Within is a podcast for anyone seeking to re-write their life, live in their light and align with their soul's highest purpose. Join Microdosing & Menstrual Cycle Coach Leslie Draffin as she explores spirituality, sexuality, wellness, empowerment, mysticism and the magical world around us. By opening up about her own spiritual journey and interviewing others who are living their purpose, Leslie shares all the ways we can ignite the light within.
The Light Within
123. Sex, Menopause & Advocating for your Reproductive Health with Dr. Shyama Mathews
In this episode, Dr. Shyama Mathews shares with us some of the ways libido & sexual pleasure can change as we age - and provides some amazing tips and tools to help us get our sex life back to where we want it before, during and after menopause. This conversation also includes some amazing green flags (and of course red flags) when it comes to choosing a health provider & is a chat we feel is essential to all people with a vagina no matter your age.
More about Dr. Mathews:
Dr. Shyama Mathews is a Board Certified OB/GYN, Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgeon, and NAMS Certified Menopause Specialist. As both a mother and wife herself, her goal is to help women of all ages maintain their own quality of life while keeping up with the day to day needs of their families and careers. Her practice emphasizes the importance of patient education and empowerment to make the best possible decisions for themselves and their bodies. Her areas of expertise include Endometriosis, Fibroids, Chronic Pelvic Pain, Laparoscopy, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, and Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder.
Connect with Dr. Mathews:
Website www.drmathewsgyn.com
IG: drmathewsgyn
www.helloplayground.com
IG: helloplayground
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