Ep #61: Sexual Health in Menopause with Dr. Laurie Betito
- Author
- Andrea Donsky, Nutritionist
- Published
- Mon 31 Oct 2022
- Episode Link
- None
Andrea sits down with Dr. Laurie Betito, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist specializing in Sexual Wellness. She has been practicing Psychotherapy for over 30 years and is a two-time TED Talk speaker. They talk all about sexual health in perimenopause and menopause.
00:57 Introduction to Laurie
03:15 What motivated her to write a book about sex for people over 50
04:50 Why our libido could be tanking in perimenopause and menopause and how to reframe this
06:09 How desire and motivation can be looked at from a woman's perspective
07:40 Ways to increase desire
10:18 Sex toys to consider
11:47 The is no shame, and how to overcome it if it exists
12:05 Dealing with vaginal dryness and atrophy
15:15 The health benefits of sex
18:12 Love vs. being in love
20:02 Eating to increase arousal
21:08 How our minds control desire
22:25 DHEA has helped Andrea. How other hormones affect our desire.
24:52 What can couples do to work on their relationship
28:15 Last suggestions for sexual connection
Laurie's Book: The Sex Bible for People Over 50
Amazon.com
Amazon.ca
Dr. Laurie's website
Podcast "Passion with Dr. Laurie"
Lara Briden's Interview
Visit wearemorphus.com to learn more about the signs and symptoms you may be experiencing, and read our latest articles on perimenopause and menopause.
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