Understanding Female Anatomy: Straight Talk with Dr. Jolene Brighten

In a world where the perfect vulva is pushed by cosmetic surgeons
and online forums, one expert is breaking down the reality of the
female anatomy. But when it comes to labia hypertrophy and the
incomprehensible husband stitch, who can women trust to make the
right decisions for their bodies? Tune in for some straight talk
that will leave you empowered and educated.


Dr. Jolene Brighten is a board-certified naturopathic
endocrinologist, clinical sexologist, and prominent leader in
women's medicine. She has gained international recognition as a
speaker, clinical educator, and medical advisor within the tech
community. Jolene is a faculty member at the American Academy of
Anti-Aging Medicine and part of the MINDBODY Green collective.
Her work has been featured in numerous prestigious publications
such as Forbes, Cosmo, and The Guardian.


Episode Overview (Timestamps are approximate):


02:54 - Welcome
03:43 - Introducing Jolene
04:43 - Becoming a sex counsellor
07:26 - Vulva vs vagina and how it should look
10:24 - The History of anatomy textbooks
15:10 - The female body is the standard
17:27 - Labial hypertrophy surgery explained
19:07 - the most popular plastic surgery
22:29 - The “husband stitch” and why you are in charge
25:20 - Being “tight” is a fundamental misunderstanding
29:01 - Vaginal odour and discharge explained
31:17 - The best kind of lube
33:03 - How your vagina can bleach your underwear
35:08 - Losing your period is not healthy
36:44 - Should your vagina smell like yogurt?
42:51 - The main goal of the menstrual cycle
44:09 - Let’s talk about the hyman
49:12 - Insulin and glucose and their role on hormones
58:17 - The importance of stress management in
perimenopause
01:01:08 - Why you need to stay hydrated
01:05:08 - You don’t get a medal for running yourself into the
ground
01:12:05 - Embracing masculine and feminine energies
01:17:58 - Do I feel joy? Do I feel safe?
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