Episode 22: Painful Intercourse: Finding Relief - MenoSpark Podcast

June 16, 2025MenoSpark - Holistic Wellness for Perimenopause and Beyond SHOW FORMAT: SEASON 1 – EPISODE 22This episode is for informational purposes and should not replace professional medical advice.* Introduction* Announcements* Topic: Painful Intercourse: Finding ReliefStory Time w/ AllieWhat Is Dyspareunia—and Why It Shows Up in MidlifeMedical Interventions That Can HelpTherapeutic and Holistic Support ToolsClosing Note + Journal Prompt* Closing ThoughtsRESOURCES FOR EPISODEDHEA Suppositories (like Intrarosa) DHEA is a hormone that your body converts into estrogen and testosterone. Inserted vaginally, it helps with dryness, lubrication, and overall tissue health.Ospemifene (Osphena)This is a non-hormonal oral pill that acts like estrogen in vaginal tissue. It’s great for postmenopausal women looking for an alternative to traditional estrogen therapy.Journal PromptHere’s your journal prompt for the week:“If I believed my body was worthy of pleasure, what would I do differently?”Write it. Sit with it. Let it guide you.And remember: your spark didn’t disappear. It’s just waiting for you to stop surviving—and start reconnecting.Book a 30-minute Integrative Wellness Menopause Consult - https://menopausewellness.co/menopause-consultation/Book a 20-minute Breakthrough Call for Coaching - https://bookme.name/allietheiss/lite/20-min-breakthrough-callLearn more about my menopausal Thrive ™  Framework: https://menopausewellness.co/menopause-coaching/Learn more about my sexual desire SHE-BE-ME ™ Framework:https://thepassionzone.com/she-be-me-coaching/WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE A GUEST?If you're a professional for midlife/menopause: https://forms.gle/KrQ6PrV4D2DaFQu8AIf you are a woman or a person who loves a woman who is going through menopause and would like to tell your story to others:  https://forms.gle/ng82Pu9WsjTqWbXV6CONNECT WITH ME ON THESE PLATFORMS:TikTok: @menopausewellness.co @the.passion.zoneInstagram: @menopausewellness.co @passionzonestoreYouTube: @MenopauseWellnessHealth @PassionZoneStoreSubstack:  https://www.themenopausalminute.com/#MenoSpark#MenopauseJourney#perimenopause#menopause#postmenopause#GenXWomen#SparkJoyInMenopause#MidlifeMatters#MenopauseSupport#sleep#EatForYourHealth#MenopauseWellness#ThrivingThroughMenopause