Welcome to Episode 469 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am excited to be joined by Laura Federico and Morgan Miller who speak to me about cycle tracking, hormones, and the mind body connection in sexuality and health.

In this episode, we discuss what inspired Laura and Morgan to write their book “The Cycle Book” and how their personal and professional experiences shaped their approach. We talk about the profound gaps in education around hormones, menstruating bodies, and sexual health, and how this lack of information often leaves people feeling confused, dismissed, or disconnected from their own bodies.

Laura Federico is a psychotherapist and AASECT-certified sex and relationship therapist in private practice, and Morgan Miller is a certified professional midwife, lactation consultant, activist, and birth center founder in private practice.

Developed by Laura & Morgan, The Cycle Book helps you find clarity, the right treatment, and real relief, so you can finally feel like yourself again. We’re in the midst of a hormonal health awakening. For too long, those navigating PCOS, perimenopause, endometriosis, PMDD, and other hormonal symptoms have been dismissed and left without real support. The Cycle Book’s effective and trusted approach helps decode your body’s patterns. Rooted in science and beautifully crafted, this 12-month undated workbook blends expert insight with clean, functional design.

In this episode, you will hear:

· What Cycle Tracking Really Means

· Hormones And The Mind Body Connection

· Personal Journeys Into Cycle Awareness

· Endometriosis And Medical Dismissal

· Tracking Desire And Sexual Arousal

· Understanding Vaginal Dryness And Lubrication

· Perimenopause And Hormonal Shifts

· Tracking What Feels Good Not Just Pain

· Using Data To Advocate In Healthcare

· Why Analog Tracking Can Be Powerful

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Welcome to Episode 468 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am excited to be joined by Dr. Alyssa Yee, who speaks to me about the realities of vulvar and vaginal pain, the challenges of diagnosis, and how partners can offer meaningful support.

In this conversation, we discuss the wide range of painful symptoms many vulva owners experience, from burning and sharp stinging at the vestibule to deeper pelvic discomfort that can appear during or after sexual activity. Dr. Yee helps clarify how conditions such as vestibulodynia, hormonal disruptions, pelvic venous disorders, and endometriosis often go unrecognized or are dismissed in medical settings, leaving patients feeling isolated and unsure where to turn for help.

Dr. Alyssa Yee is a Sexual Medicine Physician and Reconstructive Urologist who completed her clinical fellowship at San Diego Sexual Medicine in 2021-2022 under the mentorship of Dr. Irwin Goldstein. In her fellowship, she was awarded the SMSNA Foundation Research grant to investigate the pathophysiology of neuroproliferative vestibulodynia–a painful sexual condition of the vulva. Drawing from her research, Dr. Yee innovated the first sub-epithelial complete vestibulectomy surgery, allowing for decreased blood loss and post-operative pain with excellent response.

In this episode, you will hear:

· Understanding Vulvar And Vaginal Pain

· Why Pain During Sex Is Often Normalized

· Common Symptoms Of Vestibulodynia

· How Hormones Influence Genital Pain

· Inflammation And Nerve Related Causes

· Endometriosis Symptoms And Misdiagnosis

· Why Patients Feel Gaslighted In Medical Settings

· How Partners Can Offer Support And Validation

· Effective Treatment Options And Hormonal Therapies

· Resources For Finding Knowledgeable Providers

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Welcome to Episode 467 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am excited to be joined by Suzannah Weiss who speaks to me about understanding and addressing the orgasm gap in long term relationships.

In this conversation, we look at why orgasm inequality persists even among couples who consider themselves progressive, communicative, and sexually informed. We discuss how cultural narratives, media scripts, and outdated beliefs continue to shape expectations around women’s pleasure, often leaving vulva owners feeling inadequate or unseen in intimate relationships.

Suzannah Weiss is a writer, sexologist, and psychotherapist in Los Angeles. She is the author of Eve's Blessing: Uncovering the Lost Pleasure Behind Female Pain and Subjectified: Becoming a Sexual Subject. She runs a psychotherapy practice focused on sex and couples' therapy and neurodiversity. She is also a certified sex educator, sexual assault counselor, and birth doula.

In this episode, you will hear:

· Understanding the Origins of the Orgasm Gap

· Cultural Versus Biological Explanations

· How Porn Shapes Early Sexual Scripts

· Prioritizing Clitoral Stimulation

· Working With Vibrators and Sexual Aids

· Techniques for Sharing Pleasure Preferences

· The Role of Fantasy in Partnered Sex

· Mindfulness and Embodiment Practices

· Reducing Performance Pressure for Both Partners

· Building Relaxation and Trust Before Sex

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