Perimenopause & Affirming Care Part I

Show Notes:In this month’s first episode, Whitni Miller, founder of BDE Moves, sits down with the founder of The Fosnight Center, Aleece Fosnight. They explore the multifaceted aspects of health, particularly focusing on sexual health, perimenopause, and the biopsychosocial model of care. They discuss the importance of recognizing women's worth beyond reproductive capabilities, the complexities of hormonal changes during perimenopause, and the need for inclusivity in healthcare for non-binary and trans individuals. They emphasize the significance of listening to patients and the necessity for more research in these areas.  Aleece Fosnight obtained a Master of Science in PA Studies from the University of Kentucky in 2011 and went on to receive her postgraduate certificate in sexuality counseling and education at the University of Michigan in 2014.  She opened her own private practice, the Fosnight Center for Sexual Health, in Asheville, NC in June 2020.  Her expertise includes urology, gynecology, pelvic health, gender affirming care, sexual medicine, hormones, and sexuality counseling.  She is an AASECT certified sexuality counselor and educator, nationally certified menopause practitioner, Health At Every Size medical provider, trauma-informed and kink-aware. Ms. Fosnight is on multiple local, state, and national boards, a national speaker for several CME organizations, guest lecturer for several PA and medical school programs, and medical advisor for Aeroflow Urology and Uberlube. Learn More about The Fosnight Center:https://fosnightcenter.com/  Follow Aleece Fosnight:ALL Platforms - @sexmedPA or @fosnightcenter Learn More From Whitni:https://www.bde-moves.com  Follow Whitni at:IG - @bde.movesFB - groups/bdemovesYouTube - Podcast Channel = @BDE-Moves Old Channel = @BdeTalksTikTok - @bdemoves