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Two gynecologists walk into a recording studio. Sounds like the start of a joke, and frankly, perimenopause can feel like the start of a joke too. Only this joke is on you. And it’s not that funny. But back to those two OB/GYNS…. Dr Rebecca Dunsmoor-Su and Dr. Amy Voedisch have been caring for the reproductive health of those born with uteruses for a while now. And the doctors are frankly pretty tired of how those body bits — and the people they belong to — get ignored by medical science whe ...
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Raising a child is as exhilarating as it is exhausting. It must be easier for my kid’s doctor, right? Two pediatricians embark on their own 18-year journeys to answer that very question… Maybe more than 18 years. We’ll see… Join Dr. Valerie Lawrence and Dr. Philip Magcalas as they pool their collective experiences to help you plan, commiserate, and provide reassurance from before the baby is even born, to everything that comes after. Science-based guidance from people who get it. Episodes ev ...
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Ep 16 | Ask Us Anything: Perimenopause Edition
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Perimenopause: it’s like puberty’s older, meaner cousin who shows up uninvited and messes with your thermostat. We asked for your all-things-perimenopause questions on Instagram, and now Dr. Rebecca Dunsmoor-Su and Dr. Amy Voedisch are here to answer! In this episode of OvaryActive, the Docs take listener questions in an “Ask Us Anything” session w…
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Ep 15 | Perimenopause & Your Skincare Routine
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Let’s face it—perimenopause isn’t exactly known for its sparkling perks (unless you consider surprise hot flashes a “perk”). But what it does bring is a whole new relationship with your skincare routine. In this episode of OvaryActive, the Docs are diving into the hormonal chaos that makes your skin suddenly act like a moody teenager again—and what…
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Strap in and grab your magnesium and chamomile tea—this week we're battling Perimenopause’s sworn nemesis: a good night’s sleep. Joining the Docs for the third part in the Your Brain on Peri series is the brilliant Dr. Meredith Broderick—triple-board certified in neurology, sleep medicine, and behavioral sleep medicine (basically, she’s the Swiss A…
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Ever walked into a room and immediately forgotten why you’re there? Or found yourself staring at a to-do list like it’s written in an ancient language? You’re not alone. In this episode of OvaryActive, Dr. Amy Voedisch and Dr. Rebecca Dunsmoor-Su tackle the maddening phenomenon of brain fog during perimenopause. Spoiler alert: It’s not just you, an…
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Perimenopause: the magical time of life when your emotions decide to go on an unpredictable rollercoaster ride, leaving you laughing, crying, and irrationally furious—all within the span of a single coffee break. This is the first in a three-part series about your brain during perimenopause. In part one, OvaryActive hosts Dr. Rebecca Dunsmoor-Su an…
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Ep 11 | Weight Management During Perimenopause
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Ah, perimenopause, that magical time when your body decides to play metabolic musical chairs without telling you the rules. Suddenly your favorite jeans feel like they belong to someone else and the weight gain is like a surprise subscription box — you don’t remember signing up for it, but it keeps showing up! In this episode of OvaryActive, the Do…
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Ep 10 | Menopause, Mood Swings, & Mojo––Keeping the Spark Alive
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Perimenopause: the time in a woman’s life when her hormones decide to play an elaborate game of musical chairs, and her body is just along for the ride. As if hot flashes and brain fog weren’t enough, let’s talk about another under-discussed topic—sexual health. In this episode the Docs are talking all about the complexities of intimacy, desire, an…
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Ep 9 | Hormone Replacement Therapy Series: Women’s Health Initiative
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What do brain fog, bone health, and breast cancer all have in common? They’re all part of the rollercoaster ride that is menopause. Ever wondered how hormone therapy became such a controversial topic, or why some studies seem to contradict each other? And is it possible to navigate perimenopause without feeling like a contestant on "Survivor: Hormo…
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Ep 8 | Hormone Replacement Therapy Series: Estrogen
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What do a 1940s scientific breakthrough, a 2000s public health scandal, and your perimenopause symptoms have in common? Answer: Estrogen. In this episode, the Docs kick off a hormone therapy series by telling listeners the dramatic story of estrogen. How “she” got famous, suffered a scandal, and is beginning to resurge in light of more information …
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Ep 7 | Hot Flashes Heard Around the World
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How does perimenopause show up in your life compared to others’? Why do experiences vary so widely across cultures? What factors contribute to how people experience perimenopause? Each person’s experience is completely unique, but in this episode of OvaryActive, the Docs are offering insight and wisdom to explain the complexities of perimenopause. …
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Ep 6 | The (Whole) Truth on IUDs During Perimenopause
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Have you seen the headlines about an increased risk of breast cancer associated with levonorgestrel IUDs? You might know these IUDs as Mirena, Kyleena, Skyla, or Liletta. Before you head to your OBGYN to schedule a removal, hang on: there’s so much more to the story than just the headline. Lucky for us, our Docs, Dr. Amy Voedisch and Dr. Rebecca Du…
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What do you give to the woman who has everything? She has it all–– including hot flashes, sleepless nights, blotchy skin, unexplained weight gain, and even a decreased (or increased?) libido. Do you need just the perfect gift guide for the woman in your life who has ALL these things? The Docs have just that for you in this episode of OvaryActive. D…
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Dr. Amy Voedisch and Dr. Rebecca Dunsmoor-Su attended the Menopause Society’s annual conference in September 2024. It wasn’t just a chance for them to hang out with each other in person, it was also a great opportunity to gain the latest insights into perimenopause and menopause. In this episode of OvaryActive, the Docs share their top takeaways fr…
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Ep 3 | The Estrogen Equation: Aging Insights
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Changes to your skin––add it to the list of things women face during perimenopause. It’s completely understandable that you’ll want to change up your skincare routine. However, you may want to get more information before slathering yourself with topical estrogen in response to skin changes and unwanted signs of aging. In this episode of OvaryActive…
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We would have called this episode “What Fresh Hell is This?” but the title was already taken. But this title also works, because when we mention perimenopause to people, we often get that confused German Shepherd head tilt and “periwhatnow?” Given that this podcast is focused around perimenopause, we wanted to make sure listeners were clear on what…
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Why are women’s bodies and their health so poorly understood and so often ignored, especially after their best baby-making years? Great question. The good news is, information and truth are out there. The bad news is, so is a lot of nonsense, myth, and fear-mongering. The best news is, OvaryActive exists to get you answers about your body and what …
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Two gynecologists walk into a recording studio. Sounds like the start of a joke, and frankly, perimenopause can feel like the start of a joke too. Only this joke is on you. And it’s not that funny. But back to those two OB/GYNS…. Dr Rebecca Dunsmoor-Su and Dr. Amy Voedisch have been caring for the reproductive health of those born with uteruses for…
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Feed, Feed, Repeat! Part 2: Newborn Feeding
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Feeding a newborn can be one of the more challenging parts of you and your infant getting to know each other. But however you get your baby the nutrition they need, there are some classic tips, tricks, and things to expect. In this, the second part of our newborn feeding episode, we discuss topics like: -Choosing a durable, safe, cleanable bottle (…
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"Big Emotions, Tiny Fists," Strategies for Dealing with Toddler Aggression
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Toddlers can go from happy and playful to punching or hitting without missing a beat. So what do you do when big feelings merge with lack of impulse control, and a toddler gets aggressive? In this episode, we answer a listener question that invites us to explore this very thing. Topics include: "My toddler is usually wonderful! Why do they suddenly…
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Pretty much all you have to do for a newborn is keep them fed and growing. It's nature, so it should be easy... right? Well, it's complicated... Your hosts have dedicated an entire two-part episode to the process that is feeding a newborn. In this, the first part, we discuss: -How much your newborn infant needs to eat, and how often. -How to know y…
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Taking Care of a Newborn, or, "Extreme Makeover! Home Addition!"
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You've spent months preparing for a newborn, mentally and physically (and financially!), and suddenly a brand new member of your family has made it into your home!!! So.... What do we do now? In this supersized episode, your hosts help navigate the waters of getting your newborn baby (and you!) situated at home. We talk about things like -Sleep-wak…
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Toddler v. Sibling: Another Challenger Approaches...
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The toddler temperament presents a unique parenting challenge, but adding another child into the mix is a whole different animal. Today, your hosts invite Healthy Steps specialist, Christy Bezrutczyk, MSEd, CLC, to help them answer a listener question about just what to do, when a toddler and a little sibling find themselves at odds. Together, they…
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The Good, The Bad, and The Dirty - Talking Allergies with an Allergist!
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Today, we answer a listener question on immune system health, allergies, and sensitivities in children, with the help of our very first guest, allergy/immunology specialist, Dr. Britta Sundquist! Dr. Sundquist talks with your hosts about things like: Hypoallergenic, fragrance-free, and unscented products, and which ones might be more helpful, The r…
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In this episode, your hosts continue discussing the ins and outs of what to expect, now that your baby has actually arrived. There's a lot that happens in the short stretch of time spent in the mother-baby unit, and it can feel like a bit of a whirlwind. Dr. Val and Dr. Philip will get into more of what to expect in the newborn period. This include…
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Your hosts use their first-ever end-of-the-year/beginning-of-another-year episode to talk about some nice parenting takeaways or highlights from the year, kind of answer an informally-submitted listener question about how newborns communicate, and in a topic especially important during the holidays, share an update on consuming alcohol while breast…
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In this episode, your hosts start discussing the ins and outs of what to expect, now that your baby has actually arrived. There's a lot that is recommended or suggested in a relatively short stretch of time, and it can feel like a bit of a whirlwind. Dr. Val and Dr. Philip will get into some of the various things we do for babies in the newborn per…
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Bottles and Cups and Teeth (Oh, My!): Minisode 1
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Your hosts finally take the time to address a listener's burning question about bottles, milk, teeth, and sippy cups. A previous episode's mistake provides an opportunity for an important lesson about parenthood. All this and more, in this, the very first first mini episode!By Two Tired Docs
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In this episode, your steadfast hosts continue/conclude their discussion, helping you prepare for the arrival of a new baby! This part is more about "things." We promise. ----- In this episode, Dr. Valerie Lawrence and Dr. Philip Magcalas continue talking about preparing for the arrival of your baby. They dive right into what to expect the moment a…
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Dr. Valerie Lawrence kicks off the podcast with a jingle for "The Baby's Room" that Phil has never heard of. In this episode, your hosts discuss the process of preparing for a new baby. This first part is less about things, and more about an approach. What's that? You love things? So do we. It's also a little bit about things. We'll be delving into…
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Who Are You and What Are You Doing In My Ears?
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Parenting is not easy. Dr. Valerie Lawrence and Dr. Philip Magcalas are two pediatricians who would like to make it a little easier for you... Or at the very least, help make it more enjoyable! In this episode, your new hosts will introduce themselves, let you know the game plan for their show and all the episodes to come! What's even better? It co…
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Dr. Valerie Lawrence and Dr. Philip Magcalas are two pediatricians who would like you to know that they are ready to talk parenting with you! They will go through planning from before the baby is born to everything that comes after,By Two Tired Docs
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