26. Vaginal moisturizers and lubricants with Corinne Wade

In this episode, I sit down with fellow pelvic health physiotherapist, Corinne Wade to discuss:Who is at risk for vaginal dryness?The main causes of drynessSymptoms of drynessThe difference between vaginal moisturizers and lubricantsWhat ingredients should be avoidedSigns that there is an estrogen deficiencyHow you will know if a product isn’t right for youCorinne Wade is a registered physiotherapist with 25 years' experience in pelvic floor physiotherapy.  She has worked in both the USA and Canada.  She is the proud owner of her own Pelvic Health clinic in Kelowna, BC called Kare Physiotherapy,   She treats conditions such as urinary/fecal incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, pelvic pain and sexual health issues for all genders.  Corinne is passionate about mythbusting and breaking the taboos around topics such as poo, pee and sex!Links mentioned in the episode:Edwards, D., Panay, N.   Treating vulvovaginal atrophy/genitourinary syndrome of menopause: how important is vaginal lubricant and moisturizer composition? Climacteric, 2016. Vol. 19, No.2, 151-161pH levels of water based lubricants infographic (Image credit to Smittenkittenonline.com Dr. Kara DionisioOsmolality of water based lubricants infographic (Image credit to smittenkittenonline.com)Lubrications mentioned:https://goodcleanlove.com/https://sliquid.com/https://www.uberlube.com/   Menopause chicks hyaluronic acid moisturizer: https://purepharmacy.com/products/hyaluronic-acidFind Corinne here:Website InstagramThanks for joining me! Here is where you can find more:my online course to walk you through pregnancy, birth prep and postpartum recovery: https://mommyberries.comI offer online 1:1 appointments to help you address the physical symptoms holding you back from living your best life. Follow me on:InstagramFacebookYouTubeSupport the show