Why Your Vagina Doesn't Get "Loose" From Sex (Despite What Social Media Says)

In this episode, Dr. Rena Malik, MD pulls together expert voices to tackle myths and deliver evidence-based insights on women’s health, from misunderstood anatomy to the realities of menopause. She explores how hormones, birth control, and societal misconceptions affect everything from libido to bone health, providing practical advice on navigating sexual well-being and aging. Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content: ⁠renamalik.supercast.com⁠ Schedule an appointment with me: https://www.renamalikmd.com/appointments ▶️Chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:40 Female Genital Anatomy and Labia Changes 00:06:26 Vulvar Vestibule and Pain 00:11:23 Birth Control, Hormones, and Hysterectomy 00:26:24 Female Arousal and Desire 00:41:18 Perimenopause & Menopause Basics 00:47:55 Hormone Therapy & Unusual Symptoms 01:05:00 Bones, Heart Health, & Prevention 01:18:15 Lifestyle, Supplements, Weight, & Hair 01:28:22 Vaginal Hormones, Devices, & Sexual Health Thanks to today’s sponsor, Ogee: A higher standard for beauty. Go to ogee.com/RENA and use code RENA to get 20% off certified organic makeup that performs like luxury. Get your menopause treatment plan today. Visit https://myalloy.com and use code RENA for $20 off your first order! #AgeGracefully  Don't forget to check out: Dr. Mary Claire Haver FB: https://www.facebook.com/drmaryclaire/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/drmaryclaire/ Dr. Vonda Wright FB: https://www.facebook.com/DrVonda/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/drvondawright/ Dr. Rachel Rubin FB: https://www.facebook.com/drrachelrubin/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/drrachelrubin/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRachelRubin Dr. Kelly Casperson FB: ://www.facebook.com/youarentbroken IG: https://www.instagram.com/kellycaspersonmd/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/@KellyCaspersonMD Dr. Karen Tang FB: https://www.facebook.com/karentangmd/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/karentangmd/ X: https://x.com/karentangmd YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KarenTangMD Dr. Tami Rowen IG: https://www.instagram.com/drtamirowen/ Dr. Lauren Streicher FB: https://www.facebook.com/DrStreicher/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/drstreich/ Let's Connect!: WEBSITE: ⁠http://www.renamalikmd.com⁠ YOUTUBE: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@RenaMalikMD⁠ INSTAGRAM: ⁠http://www.instagram.com/RenaMalikMD⁠ TWITTER: ⁠http://twitter.com/RenaMalikMD⁠ FACEBOOK: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/RenaMalikMD/⁠ LINKEDIN: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/renadmalik⁠ PINTEREST: ⁠https://www.pinterest.com/renamalikmd/⁠ TIKTOK: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/RenaMalikMD⁠ ------------------------------------------------------ DISCLAIMER: This podcast is purely educational and does not constitute medical advice. The content of this podcast is my personal opinion, and not that of my employer(s). Use of this information is at your own risk. Rena Malik, M.D. will not assume any liability for any direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of information contained in this podcast including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness or death. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices