You Are Not Broken: Midlife Orgasms, Desire, and Menopause Care with Dr. Christine Hart Kress
Host: Jennifer Marie Summers, Board Certified Sexologist, Certified Sex Coach, menopause coach in training
Guest: Dr. Christine Hart Cress, DNP, APRN, WHNP-BC, MSCP. CEO of a telemedicine practice for midlife and menopause care, Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, Air Force veteran, co-host of The Dusty Muffin.
If your brain says “let’s get it on” but your body says “let me sleep,” this one’s for you. We talk responsive vs spontaneous desire, why faking orgasms backfires, how clitoral stimulation actually works, and what evidence-based options can help with arousal and orgasm in midlife. We dig into testosterone, Addyi, Vyleesi, vaginal estrogen, DHEA, lube and moisturizers, and the not-so-sexy basics that change everything like sleep and stress. The theme of the day is empowerment. You are not broken.
What we cover
* Why most medical training skipped sexual health and how that is changing
* The full clitoral anatomy and why penetration alone rarely does it
* Responsive vs spontaneous desire and how to work with both
* Tools that can help: vibrators, clitoral stimulators, and why solo practice matters
* Hormone therapy myths vs facts, plus when to consider transdermal options
* Testosterone for women, timelines, common dosing formats, and realistic expectations
* Addyi and Vyleesi basics, where they fit, and cost access tips discussed in the show
* Vaginal estrogen and DHEA for comfort, arousal, and orgasm support
* Why sleep, mood, strength training, and protein quietly drive libido
* The mindset shift that unlocks desire in midlife
Resources mentioned
* Vibrators and clitoral stimulators for blood flow and arousal
* Testosterone gel or compounded cream under clinician guidance
* Addyi and Vyleesi as options for certain women
* Vaginal estrogen and vaginal DHEA for GSM comfort and orgasm support
* Daily vulvar moisturizers and quality lubricants for pain-free play
Talk to a qualified clinician to determine what is right for you.
Find Dr. Christine Cress
Telemedicine practice for midlife and menopause care
Co-host of The Dusty Muffin podcast
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Work with Jennifer
Sex and intimacy coaching for women and couples
Perimenopause and menopause coaching in training
Parties, workshops, and my podcast SIP With Summers
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Disclaimer
Educational content only. Not medical advice. Consult your own clinician.
midlife libido, perimenopause sex, menopause desire, clitoral anatomy, orgasm difficulty, testosterone for women, Addyi, Vyleesi, vaginal estrogen, DHEA, vibrator benefits, responsive desire