Midlife, Menopause, and Rediscovering Sexuality | Dr. Kelly Casperson - Fempower Health: The Perimenopause and Menopause Channel

Discover how menopause can be a time of sexual rediscovery. Dr. Kelly Casperson shares insights on midlife sexuality, debunking myths, and how to navigate changes in desire, intimacy, and sexual health.

Reclaiming Midlife Sexuality Episode Summary

In this empowering episode of *Fempower Health*, we explore the intersection of menopause, sexuality, and personal growth with Dr. Kelly Casperson, a renowned urologist and author of *You Are Not Broken*. As women transition through perimenopause and menopause, sexual health and intimacy can feel challenging. However, Dr. Casperson provides practical insights into how midlife can be a time of sexual rediscovery rather than decline. From understanding the myths surrounding female sexuality to addressing common concerns like vaginal dryness, desire mismatch, and communication in relationships, this conversation is a must-listen for women and clinicians alike.  

Key Discussion Points about Midlife Sexuality

• What are the common myths surrounding female orgasms, and how do they impact women's sexual health?  
• How does the cultural narrative shape women’s understanding of their sexual desire, especially in midlife?  
• How can vaginal dryness and pain during sex be addressed with hormone therapy and other treatments?  
• What are the most common reasons for pain during sex in menopause, and how can women overcome them?  
• Why do many women struggle with communication about their sexual needs, and how can this be improved?  
• What role does arousal play in preventing discomfort during sex, and why is it often overlooked?  
• How can women and their partners address desire mismatches in a long-term relationship?  
• What role do hormones such as estrogen and testosterone play in maintaining sexual desire and function during menopause?  
• How can journaling and self-reflection help women rediscover their sexual selves after years of passive participation in intimacy?

“Pain with sex, more trouble with arousal, more trouble with orgasm…very fixable with both lubricants and hormones.” - Dr. Kelly Casperson

Related to this Midlife Sexuality podcast episode:

• Check out all Fempower Health Perimenopause and Menopause Resources along with Sexual Health
• Read Dr. Kelly Casperson's book You Are Not Broken
• Learn about The Menopause Society and The International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health (ISSWSH): [Website](https://www.isswsh.org)  
• Read Magnificent Sex by Peggy Kleinplatz

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