Perimenopause: The Hormone Shift No One Prepares You For

Vaginal Changes After 40? What Women Should Know About Dryness, Discomfort & More

Vaginal dryness is a topic many women experience but rarely talk about. From feeling drier or less comfortable down there to changes during intimacy, the stuff nobody warned you about—Morven and Dr. Robyn Kutka are talking about all of it. The information provided is intended for educational and informational purposes only. Statements made have not been evaluated by the FDA nor are they intended to treat or diagnose. Any health concerns should be discussed and evaluated by your primary health care provider.

The Role of Progesterone in Perimenopause and Menopause

A lot of women are told that estrogen is the only hormone that matters in perimenopause and menopause — but that’s not the full story. In this episode of the Modern Menopause Podcast, Morven and Dr. Robyn Kutka break down one of the most common misconceptions women hear: that all menopause symptoms come from low estrogen. But what if that’s not the full story? From feeling foggy to tossing and turning at 3am, a lot goes on during perimenopause and menopause that doesn't always trace back to estrogen alone. Dr. Robyn makes the case for why progesterone deserves way more of the conversation.  The information provided is intended for educational and informational purposes only. Statements made have not been evaluated by the FDA nor are they intended to treat or diagnose. Any health concerns should be discussed and evaluated by your primary health care provider.

Perimenopause: The Hormone Shift No One Prepares You For

If perimenopause has been on your radar and you want the real, unfiltered conversation, this one's for you. In this episode of Modern Menopause, your host Morven and hormone expert Dr. Robyn Kutka break down the hormonal changes behind perimenopause, the issues women often miss, and why so many are told they’re “too young” when they’re not. We also discuss testing and how to recognize when something is off.  The information provided is intended for educational and informational purposes only. Statements made have not been evaluated by the FDA nor are they intended to treat or diagnose. Any health concerns should be discussed and evaluated by your primary health care provider.

Testosterone & Libido After Menopause: Myth, Truth, and What Else Matters

Is testosterone really the answer to low libido during perimenopause and menopause—or is that just another overhyped myth? In this episode of Modern Menopause, your host Morven and hormone expert Dr. Robyn Kutka break down the truth about testosterone and women’s libido. While it’s often promoted as a quick fix, libido is far more complex—especially during midlife. We get into why libido during midlife is so much more than one hormone — from stress and sleep to relationship dynamics and beyond. Every woman's body is different — and this conversation is a great reminder that no single hormone tells the whole story. If you’ve been told “just take testosterone,” this conversation will give you a much more complete—and realistic—picture. 💬 Plus: listener questions on orgasm, sensitivity, and what else actually supports libido during menopause. The information provided is intended for educational and informational purposes only. Statements made have not been evaluated by the FDA nor are they intended to treat or diagnose. Any health concerns should be discussed and evaluated by your primary health care provider.

What You Need To Know About Your Pelvic Floor with Dr. Sara Reardon, The Vagina Whisperer

If you've ever leaked a little when you sneeze, avoided jumping on the trampoline with your kids, or quietly suffered through painful sex, this episode is for you. Dr. Sara Reardon, board-certified pelvic floor therapist and creator of The Vagina Whisperer, joins Dr. Robyn and Morven to break down everything you were never taught about your pelvic floor—especially during perimenopause and menopause.  In this episode:  • Why leakage, painful sex, and frequent urination are conversations worth having — and why you deserve real answers, not just 'deal with it' • The two things Dr. Sara swears by for perimenopausal vaginal comfort — and why she tells everyone about them  • How to pee, poop, and lift correctly, really  • What actually happens at a pelvic floor therapy appointment (so you stop putting it off)  • Why orgasms change in menopause  • How to access help even if you can't see a specialist in person 🎙️ Guest: Dr. Sara Reardon | @thevaginawhisperer | thevaginawhisperer.com [http://thevaginawhisperer.com]  📖 Book: Floored: A Woman's Guide to Pelvic Floor Health at Every Age and Stage  📱 App: V Hive — use code PARLOR for a 30-day free trial Learn more about Parlor Games. [https://www.parlor-games.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=copy&utm_campaign=ep12] Submit your question for a future podcast. [https://forms.gle/BHZzB5twRAmM7i7f7] The information provided is intended for educational and informational purposes only. Statements made have not been evaluated by the FDA nor are they intended to treat or diagnose. Any health concerns should be discussed and evaluated by your primary health care provider.