68. The Truth on Pap Tests & HPV Infections with Dr. Kate Hadfield

Has anyone ever really explained to you why you need a pap smear? Or what your pap test results mean? Or what your treatment options are for pap tests that show abnormal cells? In today’s conversation we dive deep into everything women should know about cervical health - from pap tests, to the truth on HPV, to options of helping the body heal from cervical dysplasia. This conversation with Dr. Kate Hadfield truly blew my mind! This is the information that all of us women are seeking, but have most likely never been told. This is the information that is going to help us become empowered in our cervical and reproductive health. In this episode we explore: Releasing the shame that is held in the pelvic bowl and how we can gentle approach healing the psycho-emotional response to holding trauma in this area The truth on speculums and what your physician may not be offering you to increase your comfort How Dr. Kate created an Empowered Pap process so that women can feel safe during cervical health checks What is the actual purpose of the Pap test and how HPV plays a role in abnormal cell results Dr. Kate creates a conversation around HPV that normalizes HPV and that releases the stigma and shame around HPV infections What it means when your pap test comes back as abnormal and what are some options you have as part of your treatment for cervical dysplasia (abnormal cervical cellular changes) The multiple options to treat HPV infections and how to support our teens so their immune systems can heal from HPV Dr. Kate Hadfield, ND is a graduate of the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto, ON. Prior to her naturopathic training, Dr. Kate received her Bachelor of Health Sciences from the University of Calgary. She is a member of the College of Naturopathic Doctors of Alberta and an affiliate member of the Society of OB/GYNE of Canada. Dr. Kate has a special interest in hormone health, specifically supporting women through perimenopause, PCOS, weight challenges, painful periods and muscle medicine. She is especially passionate about raising awareness around cervical health. She empowers her patients using investigative lab work to create effective treatment plans that give sustainable results. RESOURCES: Dr. Kate Hadfield’s website: www.yourpelvicnd.com Follow Dr. Kate on Instagram @yourpelvicnd Dr. Aviva Romm’s podcast episode on Pap tests & HPV Grab my NEW FREE E-Book “Maybe it’s Not You: The truth on PMS” Have questions about your cycle, your hormones or how to live aligned with your womb wisdom? Email your questions to [email protected] and your question may just be answered with one of our brilliant guest speakers.