Episode Details

In this episode of the Emotional Eats Podcast, Kim sits down with her good friend and fellow health coach, Melissa Slemp, for an honest, stigma-busting conversation about vaginal estrogen.

While menopause conversations are finally moving into the spotlight, vaginal estrogen is still often overlooked, misunderstood, or even avoided out of embarrassment. Kim and Melissa share their personal experiences, what they've learned from leading experts, and why this simple treatment can be life-changing for midlife women.

Together they discuss:

· What vaginal estrogen is and how it differs from systemic hormone therapy

· Benefits beyond dryness, including bladder health, reduced urinary urgency, and fewer UTIs

· Why proactive use can help prevent future issues like painful sex or incontinence

· Why some doctors hesitate to prescribe it and how stigma still silences the conversation

· Cost, insurance coverage, application methods, and what to expect when starting

· The emotional side: confidence, sexual health, and advocating for your body in midlife and beyond

This is not medical advice but a personal, open conversation to help women feel empowered and informed when talking with their doctors.

About Melissa Slemp:

Melissa Slemp is a certified health coach specializing in type 1 diabetes, blood sugar regulation, and holistic wellness for midlife women. She is passionate about helping women navigate hormonal changes, improve metabolic health, and reclaim their energy and confidence. Melissa is also authoring a book sharing her expertise. Stay tuned for details.

Connect with Melissa:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stories/type1.in.midlife/
• Website: https://www.abundanthealthwithmelissa.com/
• Podcast: https://www.abundanthealthwithmelissa.com/podcast

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