In this episode of Midlife with Courage, host Kim welcomes Wendy Strgar, founder of Good Clean Love and the Institute for Vaginal Health.
Wendy shares insights about the challenges women face with vaginal health, the dynamics of courage in both personal and professional realms, and her journey in creating women’s health and sexual health products.
Wendy discusses the impact of misdiagnosis, the importance of understanding the female microbiome, and her efforts in advancing research and development for better women’s health solutions. She emphasizes trust in one's own voice and the need for consistent support and listening to one’s body.
00:00 The Impact of Vaginal Conditions on Women's Lives
00:39 Introduction to the Midlife with Courage Podcast
00:58 Meet Wendy Strgar: Advocate for Women's Health
02:24 Wendy's Journey of Courage and Advocacy
03:57 Personal Tragedy and Resilience
10:04 The Importance of Women's Health Research
12:04 Founding Good Clean Love: A Personal Mission
15:19 Challenges and Triumphs in Women's Health Advocacy
24:01 The Importance of pH Balance in Women's Health
24:18 Understanding the Microbiome's Role in Health
24:50 Challenges in Women's Health and Antibiotic Resistance
26:09 Innovations in Vaginal Health Products
33:00 The Dark Reality of Women's Health Globally
42:27 Empowering Women to Trust Their Health Journey
Go to Wendy's website https://www.wendystrgar.com/ to learn more about her story and her books about love and sexuality.
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