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Episode Overview: When was the last time you actually looked at your vulva? If you're like most people, the answer is "never" or "I don't even know what I'm looking for." In this eye-opening conversation, nurse practitioner Kathryn Flanigan, Nurse Practitioner, breaks down everything we should have learned about vulvar health—but didn't.
What You'll Learn:
- The crucial difference between vulva and vagina (and why it matters for your health)
- How to talk to kids about their anatomy using correct terms without awkwardness
- Common vulvar conditions like lichen sclerosus and when to seek treatment
- Why the vagina is self-cleaning and what products to avoid
- How hormonal changes affect vulvar health across the lifespan—from postpartum to menopause
- Proper vulvar care practices (spoiler: ditch the scented soaps)
- How to recognize what's normal aging versus what needs medical attention
About Our Guest: Kathryn Flanigan is a nurse practitioner with over 25 years of experience in primary care. She's been recognized as Preceptor of the Year three times and specializes in vulvar health and pelvic conditions. After recognizing that her elderly patients lacked the vocabulary to describe vulvar changes, Kathryn dedicated herself to educating both patients and healthcare providers about this under-addressed area of health. She's passionate about giving women across the lifespan the language and knowledge to advocate for themselves.
Key Topics Covered: Vulvar anatomy 101 • Stigma and health literacy • Teaching children body autonomy • Vulvar skin conditions • Hormonal changes and vulvar health • Proper vulvar care practices • Patient advocacy • Canadian health resources
Resources Mentioned:
- GynQI.com - Canadian gynecologist-developed resource for vulvar care, lichen sclerosus, menopause, and more
- FemmeSense Balm
- The Body Book by Kathy Stinson
Connect with The Hole Shebang:
Instagram: @blueberrytherapypelvichealth
Visit: blueberrytherapy.ca
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