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Not So Private Parts

Valerie Elser & Denise Poulos

26 episodes

5 months ago

Recurrent BV? Yeah, same. In this episode, host Valerie Elser gets real about her year-long battle with bacterial vaginosis and she’s not alone. Joined by her mum (and Gynecologist) Dr. Denise Poulos, this mother-daughter duo dives into the often-ignored world of BV: what it is, why it happens, and why so many people are dealing with it (hint: up to 80% will experience it at some point). Together, they break down the science behind the vaginal microbiome, how an imbalance of good vs. bad bact...

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Recurrent BV? Yeah, same. In this episode, host Valerie Elser gets real about her year-long battle with bacterial vaginosis and she’s not alone. Joined by her mum (and Gynecologist) Dr. Denise Poulos, this mother-daughter duo dives into the often-ignored world of BV: what it is, why it happens, and why so many people are dealing with it (hint: up to 80% will experience it at some point). Together, they break down the science behind the vaginal microbiome, how an imbalance of good vs. bad bact...

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Episodes (20/26)

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Bacterial Vaginosis (BV): Vaginas, Bacteria & Balance

Recurrent BV? Yeah, same. In this episode, host Valerie Elser gets real about her year-long battle with bacterial vaginosis and she’s not alone. Joined by her mum (and Gynecologist) Dr. Denise Poulos, this mother-daughter duo dives into the often-ignored world of BV: what it is, why it happens, and why so many people are dealing with it (hint: up to 80% will experience it at some point). Together, they break down the science behind the vaginal microbiome, how an imbalance of good vs. bad bact...

5 months ago

40 minutes

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A Chat About Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder

In this eye-opening episode, cohost Eleny Bunn shares her personal journey with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), offering candid insights into her diagnosis and what’s been helping her manage it. Her and Val are joined by reproductive psychologist Dr. Nicole Doghor, who brings expert perspective to this complex and often misunderstood condition. Premenstrual disorders impact 20 to 40% of women and people with cycles globally. PMDD, a more intense and debilitating form, affects approxi...

6 months ago

59 minutes

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Boys Ask, Gyno Answers

What happens when you give guys the mic and let them ask anything they've ever wondered about vaginas, periods, sex, and more? In this candid, no-holds-barred episode, 19-year-old cohost Spencer McFarlane takes on anonymous questions submitted by men and boys -- from "Is discharge normal?" to "Why do vaginas smell different?" to "How do I make sure sex is good for both of us?" -- and gets real answers from a gynecologist (aka my mom) and me, a young woman who cares deeply about reprod...

6 months ago

59 minutes

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Motherhood & Mental Health: A Chat about Postpartum Depression

In this episode, Val and cohost Kristina Rosengren are joined by reproductive psychiatrist Dr. Sindhu Vangala for an open and compassionate conversation about postpartum depression. Together, they explore the emotional and psychological challenges many new parents face, breaking down stigma and offering both clinical insight and personal anecdotes. From signs and symptoms to support systems and treatment options, this episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating the postpartum period ...

7 months ago

47 minutes

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Hemorrhoids are a Pain in the Butt

In this episode, the girl and her gyno-mom are discussing something that might be a bit more uncomfortable than most topics but is incredibly important: Hemorrhoids. They’ll break down what hemorrhoids really are, why they develop, and what can be done to prevent them from getting worse. They’ll also share some easy lifestyle changes that can make a big difference in reducing the risk. To help understand it all, the episode features an expert in hemorrhoid treatment, Dr. Denise Poulos, also k...

8 months ago

50 minutes

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Leaks to Relief: Medical Solutions to Urinary Incontinence with Dr. Denise Poulos

In the second part of our series on urinary incontinence, we explore the medical options available to improve its impact on daily life. From behavioral changes and medications to Botox treatments for overactive bladder, pessary usage, nerve stimulation, and even surgical options — we cover a range of effective solutions. Dr. Denise Poulos, a trusted expert with over 30 years of experience in the urogynecology field, shares insights from her extensive practice, having cared for thousands of w...

8 months ago

50 minutes

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A Crash Course on Female Reproductive Hormones

A Crash Course on Female Reproductive Hormones Estrogen, Androgens, Testosterone, Oh My! Do you feel a bit jipped when you look back at your middle school introduction into women's health? Well, so does Val and her cohost for this episode, Georgia Brindley. Luckily, in this episode they are joined by adolescent gynecologist, Dr. Abby Drucker, who gives a crash course on the main players in female reproductive endocrinology. Listen in on their candid conversatoin covering: What ...

9 months ago

1 hour 5 minutes

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Understanding Urinary Incontinence with Dr. Denise Poulos (Part 1)

Val sits down with Dr. Poulos to tackle the often-overlooked topic of incontinence. Together, they explore what incontinence is, breaking down the difference between urge and stress incontinence, and offering a clear understanding of how they impact daily life. Dr. Poulos shares expert insights on the potential causes of incontinence, from lifestyle factors to medical conditions. This is part one of a series of two episodes on Incontinence.

10 months ago

33 minutes

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Beyond the Surgery: A Candid Talk About Hysterectomies with Melanie Verwoerd

Val is honored to have the opportunity to sit down with Melanie Verwoerd, an author, podcaster, and advocate for supporting women and the medical community to better understand hysterectomies, among many other impressive accomplishments. In this conversation, they explore Melanie’s personal journey, from the shocking discovery during a routine gynecological checkup of a potentially cancerous growth on one of her ovaries, to undergoing a radical hysterectomy just days later. She also details...

11 months ago

49 minutes

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Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy with Kendra Erven

The Pelvic Floor plays an important role in our bodies. It's an incredible collection of muscles & ligaments that support our bladder, uterus, & rectum. It plays a role in sexual function, in childbirth, in supporting our daily and lifelong activities of peeing and pooping! It turns out there's even physical therapists specifically trained to support those who may need to work on loosening or strengthening those muscles of the pelvic floor. The ladies at Not So Private Parts were t...

1 year ago

1 hour 13 minutes

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Science Behind the Menstrual Cycle with Kavi Rajendran

Maybe you had a brief lesson on the menstrual cycle in middle school or high school. But how much do you actually remember? In this episode, Val is joined by the incredible women's health physician's assistant, Kavi Rajendran, to discuss the science behind the menstrual cycle. Follicular, Ovulation, Luteal? You may have heard of these, but what's happening in your body throughout each phase. What's up with your hormones as each stage progresses? What does this mean for your ovaries or the l...

1 year ago

57 minutes

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Trauma Informed Care with Dr. Traci Kurtzer

In this episode, the girl and her gyno-mom meet up with Dr. Traci Kurtzer. Dr. Kurtzer is an amazing physician and community advocate. She works at Northwestern in the Center of Sexual Medicine and Menopause and is the Medical Director of Trauma Informed Care and Education at Northwestern. She joins the ladies to discuss a very important topic: Trauma Informed Care. They cover what trauma entails in this context, the four R's of Trauma Informed Care, simple steps that physician offices c...

1 year ago

1 hour 10 minutes

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Understanding Endometriosis with Amy Corfeli

It's estimated that 180 million people worldwide are affected by Endometriosis, yet on average, there is an 8 year gap between people presenting with symptoms and being diagnosed. Join the girl and her gyno-mom, and their special guest, endometriosis advocate, Amy Corfeli, as they discuss: What is endometriosis? Common symptoms and co-conditions The diagnosis process The impact on being dismissed by the medical community Self-management options Medical management options & more! Amy Co...

1 year ago

1 hour 5 minutes

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Tickly, Phantom, Burning Pee a UTI chat with Dr. Abby Drucker

Have you ever rushed to the bathroom with the urge to pee only to find that there's only a few measly trickles? or have you sat down on the toilet to find that your pee is burning and irritating as it comes out? You may have a bladder infection. Also referred to as a Urinary Tract Infection or a UTI. If you've ever experienced this, you're not alone. It's estimated that around 60% of women will have at least one UTI in their lifetime. And we become more prone to UTI's as we en...

1 year ago

52 minutes

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Season 2 Teaser: The Girl and her Gyno-mom are back!

The girl and her gyno-mom are back for a second Season. Join Dr. Denise Poulos, a gynecologist based in the Chicagoland area, and her daughter Val, as they continue the conversation surrounding women's reproductive health. The duo will be walking through topics such as: Urinary Tract Infections, Yeast Infections, Endometriosis, Hysterectomy, Trauma Informed Care, Pelvic Floor Health and that's only the beginning. There will be two episodes coming out a month. 24 in total! Seas...

1 year ago

5 minutes

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Season 1 Wrap Up

The girl and her gyno-mom have finished up Season 1 of Not So Private Parts. WoooHooo! Dr. Poulos and her daughter, Val, are thrilled at the opportunity to get their women’s health project off the ground. Join them in this episode, in which the mother-daughter duo look back at the topics covered in each episode of the inaugural season of Not So Private Parts. They speak to their biggest learnings and final take away lessons regarding: Birth control, discharge, painful periods, heavy pe...

1 year ago

39 minutes

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Infertility Basics with Dr. Victoria Snegovskikh

Val and her gyno-mom (Dr. Denise Poulos) are joined again by the brilliant reproductive endocrinologist, Dr. Victoria Snegovskikh. The ladies discuss: What makes couples infertile? Is infertility on the rise and why?Is infertility just a women’s issue?Is there such a thing as the right lube to use whilst trying to get pregnant?Dr. Victoria breaks down various fertility treatments such as fertility medication, intrauterine insemination (IUI), and in-vitro fertilization. Dr. Victoria trul...

1 year ago

1 hour 3 minutes

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Menopause Management

In our previous Menopause episode, we dove down into the depths of menopausal symptoms, touching on hot flashes, vaginal dryness, mood swings, etc. Luckily, in today’s episode we march straight back up, discussing various forms of menopausal management that can support women through this transition and help dampen the adverse side effect of menopause. Dr. Polous explains menopausal hormone therapy, or MHT, which is the process of supplementing women with hormones that are lost during the me...

1 year ago

57 minutes

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Fertility Conversation with Dr. Victoria Snegovskikh

Val is joined by Dr. Victoria Snegovskikh, a reproductive endocrinologist & infertility specialist based in Chicago, who has been working in the space for over 20 years supporting couples to achieve their family building dreams. Dr. Victoria breaks down what being “fertile” actually means and how fertility changes as we age. Here’s a word from Val about this episode: “As a woman in my late twenties, I feel that society is always alluding to my biological clock ticking, but no one has ev...

1 year ago

46 minutes

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Hot Flashes, Night Sweats, No Libido…Oh My!

Pause…..and let’s have a chat about Menopause. Did you know that ⅓ of a woman's life is postmenopausal. Yet sometimes it feels like any learnings or conversations about this stage of a woman's life is kept quiet. Join us in this episode in which Dr. Denise Polous and her daughter, Valerie Elser, discuss an often stigmatized topic: perimenopause and menopause. The mother-daughter duo dive into what perimenopause and menopause are, uncover the science behind some of the symptoms, and hear...

2 years ago

45 minutes