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Menopause doesn't mean the end of pleasure—it's a new beginning! Pleasure in the Pause is dedicated to inspiring midlife women to feel more connected to their bodies, pleasure, and power through perimenopause, menopause, and beyond. Every week, we dive into informative and thought-provoking conversations with doctors, thought leaders, and experts in midlife wellness on pleasure and sexuality, menopause, embodiment and female empowerment. Hosted by Gabriella Espinosa, a menopause and female p ...
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Have you ever looked in the mirror and felt like a stranger was staring back? Have you mourned the body you once had, or grown frustrated that your form, vitality, and sensuality no longer resonate as they once did? If these feelings sound familiar, know that you are not alone. This episode delves into a deeply personal exploration, drawing directl…
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Have you ever felt like your body was speaking to you, but you didn't know how to listen? In this episode, I'm inviting you into a sacred space of body love and self-discovery. Reclaim your sensuality and step into a powerful new chapter. The Midlife Pleasure Collective is a monthly membership designed to help midlife women reconnect with their bod…
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Today, I'm pulling back the curtain and sharing something deeply personal - 12 profound lessons I've learned navigating my 50s. If you've ever wondered whether your best years are behind you, if you've felt invisible or diminished by societal expectations of aging, this episode is for you. I'm here to tell you that midlife isn't about fading away, …
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Have you ever felt like a stranger in your own body, wondering where the vibrant, confident woman you once knew has gone? If you're navigating perimenopause or menopause and experiencing unexplained mood shifts, anxiety, or a profound sense of disconnection, you're not alone. In fact, 60% of women experience what researchers call "not feeling like …
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We know how to be mothers, nurturing and giving endlessly, but have we forgotten how to be lovers? For years, we've been celebrated for our selfless motherhood, yet midlife presents a powerful invitation to shift the narrative. Reclaim your sensuality and step into a powerful new chapter. The Midlife Pleasure Collective is a monthly membership desi…
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In this milestone 54th episode of Pleasure in the Pause, I’m unveiling five revolutionary pleasure principles designed to empower women navigating perimenopause and menopause. Breaking through societal taboos, this intimate exploration offers midlife women a roadmap to reclaiming their sexual wellness, body confidence, and personal joy during an of…
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What if you had a partner in your health journey, someone who didn't just tell you what to do, but helped you figure out what actually works for you? And what if, instead of feeling overwhelmed by midlife changes, weight gain, brain fog, anxiety, and fatigue, you had someone in your corner helping you cut through the noise, stay motivated and creat…
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Are You Struggling to Get a Good Night's Sleep in Midlife? Sleep is a critical component of health, yet many women in midlife find themselves battling insomnia, disrupted sleep patterns, and nighttime anxiety. Many midlife women, especially busy mothers, find sleep elusive. They often feel wired and tired, running on adrenaline. Perimenopause can e…
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Use code PLEASURE offers an exclusive discount for 15% off Joylux vFit Why is it that men's sexual health products, from Viagra to testosterone supplements, are openly advertised and celebrated while women's intimate health solutions are censored, shamed or simply ignored? Why in 2025 is the word vagina still considered taboo today? We're diving in…
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Are you ready to transform your understanding of pleasure and midlife? Join me as we celebrate a milestone 50th episode of Pleasure in the Pause, reflecting on the most powerful conversations that have reshaped how women understand their bodies, sexuality, and personal power during perimenopause and menopause. Are you ready to awaken your sensualit…
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Have you ever felt like you were living a life that looked perfect on the outside, but inside, something felt deeply off? Maybe you've spent years over giving, overachieving, prioritizing everyone else, and suddenly you find yourself asking, Who am I now beyond the roles I've played, what do I actually want outside of what's expected of me? Is it t…
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So often when we talk about breast cancer, the conversation often revolves around survival, diagnosis, treatment and remission, but what's rarely discussed is how it profoundly impacts a woman's sense of self. Beyond the physical toll, there's the emotional and psychological journey, one that reshapes identity, body image, intimacy and even pleasur…
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What if I told you that your sex span the period of your life where you experience vibrant, fulfilling intimacy doesn't have to shrink with age? The pleasure isn't just a memory to reflect on, but something you can actively cultivate at every stage of life. Think about it. We carefully plan for retirement– securing finances, investing in our future…
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What happens when a woman long accustomed to suppressing her desires finds herself drawn to a fantasy that threatens to unravel everything she thought she knew about herself? “Baby Girl,” the film starring Nicole Kidman, has ignited powerful conversations about female desire, agency and the rarely spoken truths of midlife sexuality. As our bodies, …
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 What if menopause wasn't something to fear but a rite of passage as powerful and transformative and sacred as puberty or childbirth? Society often tells us that menopause is something to dread, framing it as the slow fading of our vitality, the beginning of decline, or a problem we need to fix. But what if menopause isn't the end of anything but t…
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How often have you started the new year with big fitness goals only to feel you've already lost momentum by February? If this sounds familiar, you're not alone or stuck. What is the key to staying on track? It isn't about pushing harder but instead shifting your mindset and creating habits that truly work for you. This week, episode 44 of Pleasure …
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What if I told you that the secret to better sleep isn't just about shutting your eyes, but about unlocking something deeper, a sense of inner safety that allows your mind, body, and soul to truly rest? And what if your struggles with sleep could be the very gateway to greater joy, resilience, and self-discovery? Before we dive in, let me ask you t…
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 Have you ever wondered why so much of the conversation about hormones focuses on estrogen and progesterone while testosterone often gets overlooked? Or you've heard testosterone labeled as a male hormone and wondered, does this even matter for me as a woman? Today, we're pulling back the curtain on testosterone, a hormone that's often misunderstoo…
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Be honest, are you faking it in the bedroom? If you are, you are not alone. Studies show that up to 70% of women have faked an orgasm at least once. But here's the real question: why do we fake it, and at what cost? From the societal pressures to perform to the orgasm gap to myths about what sex should look like, the reasons are complex, and in mid…
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 What if this year wasn't about fixing yourself but about finding yourself? What if midlife could be the most vibrant, fulfilling chapter of your life, a happy new year? Midlife can be the most vibrant, fulfilling chapter of your life - if you approach it with the right mindset. This week, episode 40 of Pleasure in the Pause is about midlife reinve…
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Did you know the greatest gift you can give yourself this holiday season isn't under the tree? It's reconnecting with your body and the pleasure already within you. We spend so much of this season focused outward, buying gifts, hosting family, and checking off endless to-do lists. But how often do we pause to give ourselves the gift of presence, th…
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Have you ever noticed how the holiday season seems to amplify everything? Joy feels brighter, but so do feelings of grief and loss. As we approach the week before Christmas and Hanukkah, this time of year stirs up bittersweet memories and a longing for a loved one or what used to be. What if I told you it's possible to hold space for both? To honor…
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What if life after menopause wasn't something to fear or dread but instead a vibrant, empowering chapter where you can genuinely thrive physically, mentally, and emotionally? What if your healthiest, most fulfilling, and even most pleasurable years were still ahead? Today's guest is here to help us reframe the narrative around post-menopause and un…
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Have you ever felt completely absorbed in an activity where everything flows effortlessly and time seems to disappear? That's what psychologists call flow state, a sense of being fully present and alive in the moment. Now imagine tapping into that same state to transform your intimacy and connection with your partner. In today's episode with Dr. Em…
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Have you ever sat in a doctor's office feeling dismissed when explaining your symptoms? or leave an appointment with more questions and answers? This is a familiar story for so many women, especially in midlife. But what if I told you there's someone who understands the struggle and has dedicated her life to empowering women to take charge of their…
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Have all the headlines about hormone replacement therapy left you feeling confused or unsure about whether it's right for you? You are not alone. For years, mixed messages have made it difficult for women to feel confident in their choices around HRT. But today, I've brought in the perfect expert to help us separate fact from fiction. Today we'll e…
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Have you ever stopped to consider how the stories we inherit about love, sexuality, and self-worth shape who we become today? We're diving into that very question with a woman who's been on a journey of peeling back the narratives handed down from her mother and how she's rewriting them on her own terms. My guest this week, Tara Ellison, writes abo…
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Have you ever wondered if there's a whole new level of intimacy waiting for you, one that transcends the routines and rhythms you've come to know? Imagine stepping into an experience of pleasure and connection that's as transformative as it is intentional, where intimacy isn't just about the physical, but a pathway to deeper self discovery and a mo…
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What if the greatest transformation of your life is still ahead of you? Imagine if the emotional, physical and spiritual challenges of midlife were actually the gateway to unlocking your deepest power, purpose and pleasure. Today, I'm thrilled to be joined by Ashley Turner, licensed psychotherapist and renowned yoga and meditation expert. Ashley wi…
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Have you ever caught yourself thinking, I just don't feel like myself anymore? If so, you are not alone. The good news is this doesn't have to be your new normal. In today's episode, we'll explore what's really behind that feeling and show you that there is a way forward with the right support, medical care and lifestyle practices, you can reconnec…
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Do you see menopause as a beginning? Or as an ending? Can you see it as a dynamic transformation from one version of yourself to another? My guest today, Omisade Burney-Scott, believes menopause is more than a physical experience and every person has a unique story to tell. This week, episode 29 of Pleasure in the Pause is about embracing menopause…
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Let's be honest, if you're going through menopause you might be wondering, “did my desire just hit the pause button?” But here's the thing: it hasn't gone anywhere. It's still there waiting for you to discover it in new ways. Today we're diving into how menopause can shift desire and how you can spark it back up no matter what changes your body is …
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Are you ready to rock menopause from the inside out? What if I told you that thriving through menopause isn't just about managing symptoms, but about healing; starting with your gut and doing some deep inner work. Today’s guest Esther Blum is here to talk about how you can transform your gut health, reclaim your power and navigate menopause like a …
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Have you ever wished you could find a doctor you feel totally comfortable talking to about every aspect of your health, especially during the menopause transition? Someone who not only understands the science, but who truly gets what you're going through on an emotional and personal level. Dr. Jessica Shepherd is that girlfriend doctor for many, sh…
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Have you ever wondered why something as universal as menopause, a transition that every woman will experience, remains such a silent topic? Why do millions of women face this life stage feeling isolated, underprepared, and unheard? Our guest today, filmmaker and menopause advocate Denise Pines, is spearheading a movement to shred the silence of men…
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Have you ever stopped and wondered who you really are? Not the roles you play, the titles you carry or the expectations others have placed on you, but the true, unfiltered version of yourself beneath it all? And when was the last time you really listened to that voice inside who knows who you are without all the noise. If that question feels uncomf…
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Are you starting to feel the buzz and energy behind that back to school and work feeling? September arrives, your mind starts getting ahead of you and before you know it, the summertime pleasures and connection to your body and those sexy, intimate moments shared with your partner feel like a snapshot in time. But instead of back to school, what as…
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Ignorance is not bliss when it comes to your sexual anatomy. There is so little we've been taught about our sexual anatomy, and when we begin to experience the changes of perimenopause or menopause, we are forced to confront our internalized shame, silence and ignorance about this amazing part of our bodies. In this episode, I'm going to talk to yo…
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Do you find it difficult to talk to your doctor about your sexual health? Where do you even begin finding the right doctor who will listen? And how can you empower yourself with the knowledge to understand your own sexual anatomy so you can advocate for yourself in the doctor's office and in the bedroom? Dr. Rachel Rubin is on a mission to change t…
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Do you know what season of your menopause journey you're currently in? I know it can feel like an eternal hot summer on some days, and like a cold winter where you want to turn inward and hibernate on others. My guest today, Kate Codrington, has a beautiful way of mapping out your journey according to each season of the year with nourishing self ca…
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I believe that inside every human being is a need to feel closer and connected with both ourselves and the ones we love. But often there are physical, emotional, and cultural obstacles that get in the way of these meaningful connections. Today, Dr. Sadaf is going to help us explore the beautiful topic of intimacy and how we can meet ourselves and o…
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Have you ever been to a doctor who has written up a prescription for pleasure to help you heal whatever is ailing you? Today’s guest, Dr. Dee Hartmann, has developed a revolutionary set of pleasure prescriptions to help you heal sexual pain. As a pioneer in the field of physical therapy and pelvic health, Dee has co-authored the book 'The Pleasure …
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Are you ready to rewrite the narrative of aging and make menopause your superpower? My special guest this week is Rebekah Brown, visionary founder of the co-creation community Liminal, a brand dedicated to helping women "meno-well" through innovative products and education. Rebekah shares her personal journey from being crippled by anxiety during p…
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Are you neglecting a simple practice that could save your life? Learn how to perform a quick and easy breast self-exam that empowers you to detect potential issues early. This video guide is a must-watch for all women, especially those under 45. Understand why breast self-exams matter Master the step-by-step technique Learn how to "know your normal…
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For more resources on midlife pleasure and wellness, visit: https://pleasureinthepause.com In this eye-opening episode of Pleasure in the Pause, I sit down with Dr. Maria Uloko, a trailblazing urologist revolutionizing the field of comprehensive sexual health. We dive deep into the often overlooked world of vulvar health and its crucial connection …
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Did you know that your pelvic floor affects everything from your sexual pleasure to your overall health? Join me as I chat with Kim Vopni, The Vagina Coach, about this often-overlooked aspect of women's wellness. Welcome to Pleasure in the Pause, where we explore how to reconnect with our bodies and reclaim our power through perimenopause, menopaus…
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As the temperatures rise, do you find yourself hiding your body instead of celebrating it? You're not alone. Many midlife women struggle with body image, especially during swimsuit season. But it's time to change that narrative! Hey there, I'm Gabriella Espinosa, your Midlife and Sexual Wellness Coach, and today we're diving deep into body confiden…
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Today we're exploring a topic that's often shrouded in taboo and secrecy, but is essential for our well-being: how to start a self-pleasure practice. If you're feeling disconnected from your body, craving a deeper connection with your pleasure, or simply curious about exploring self-pleasure, this video is for you. We'll break down the barriers and…
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What cultural narratives have you inherited about menopause? In this eye-opening conversation with Dr. Sameena Rahman we look at the factors that shape the menopause experience for women of diverse cultural and racial backgrounds. If you are a woman of color or support a woman of color in any capacity you will want to listen to this episode and lea…
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Discover how to reignite your sexual pleasure and desire as a midlife woman. Carly Mountain shares ancient wisdom to guide you on a transformative journey of self-love and empowerment through perimenopause, menopause, and beyond. Many women feel disconnected from their sexual selves during the menopausal transition. This powerful interview with psy…
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