When Your Uterus Drops and Your Vagina Tightens: A Menopause Saga

This one’s a whole journey, so buckle up (or maybe unbutton your jeans and get comfy). Jan’s sharing her deeply personal—and yes, wildly specific—story of life post-menopause. From tight pelvic floors to uteruses that drop like it’s hot, this episode dives into the truth about GSM (Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause) and why it’s more than just hot flashes.Here’s what we’re talking about:What GSM actually is and why it mattersJan’s battle with painful bladder symptoms and pelvic floor dysfunctionWhy some vaginas get too tight and others... not tight enough 👀Pelvic floor therapy, mesh, lasers, and all the things no one warns you aboutEstrogen: The goddess hormone and what happens when she bailsBioidentical hormones, DHEA, yams (yes, yams), and natural support optionsWhy it took until 2015 for medicine to take our vaginas seriously 😒We’re calling this one “a menopause saga” because that’s exactly what it is. If you’re navigating your own hormonal rollercoaster or just want to be prepared for what’s ahead, we’ve got you.💡 P.S. Don’t forget to check the show notes for the resource sheet Jan put together!Find resources mentioned in this episode here.Learn more about this podcast here.Submit your 90-second lesson/experience here.Apply to be a guest here.Stay updated on new episodes here.*Information shared on this podcast is not medical advice. If you have a concern about your physical or mental health, please seek support from a proessional.