Advocating for Yourself in Healthcare: Menopause, Hormonal Health & Sexuality Concerns | Menopause Education

In this empowering episode of the Please Me Podcast, Eve welcomes Amita Sharma, co-founder of NourishDoc, for an important conversation about women’s health advocacy, sexuality, hormonal wellness, and navigating perimenopause and menopause with confidence and clarity.

Together, they discuss the challenges many women face when seeking medical support for symptoms related to hormonal transitions. From feeling dismissed or unheard by healthcare providers to navigating outdated information around menopause, Eve and Amita explore the systemic gaps that often leave women searching for answers on their own.

Amita shares practical guidance on how women can advocate for themselves during medical appointments, including how to communicate symptoms effectively, ask informed questions, and seek care that aligns with their individual needs and experiences. The conversation emphasizes the importance of education and self-awareness in making empowered health decisions.

The episode also dives into holistic approaches to wellness, highlighting how Ayurveda, nutrition, stress management, lifestyle changes, and gut health can all play a role in supporting hormonal balance and overall wellbeing. Eve and Amita discuss the connection between inflammation, digestion, energy levels, mood, and hormone function—offering listeners a more integrative perspective on women’s health.

This thoughtful and validating discussion encourages women to trust their experiences, prioritize their wellbeing, and become active participants in their healthcare journey.

What You’ll Learn

• Why women’s hormonal symptoms are often overlooked in healthcare

• Practical ways to advocate for yourself during doctor visits

• Holistic approaches to managing perimenopause and menopause

• The connection between gut health, inflammation, and hormones

• How Ayurveda and lifestyle practices support wellness

• Why informed decision-making is essential for women’s health

Connect With the Guest

Amita Sharma

Co-Founder of NourishDoc

Resources from Eve

The Sexual Longevity Protocol: https://pleaseme.online/the-sexual-longevity-protocol/

30-Day Self-Pleasure & Body Reconnection Practices (Free): https://pleaseme.online/the-30-day-self-pleasure-body-reconnection-practices/

Connect With Eve

Website: https://pleaseme.online

Substack: https://pleaseme.substack.com

Patreon (Ad-Free + Bonus Content): https://patreon.com/PleaseMePodcast

Be a Guest: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/beaguestonpleasemepodcast

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