Sexual Health
Best Natural Lubricants for Intimate Dryness: What to Look For 6 min read
If you have tried a few lubricants and come away disappointed, you are not being picky. You are reading the ingredient label correctly—even if you did not know you were...
Julva vs Velvé: Which One Do You Actually Need? 5 min read
This is the question I get more than almost any other when it comes to these two products. Women who love Julva want to know if they need Velvé too....
DHEA Cream for Vaginal Dryness: What It Is and How It Works 5 min read
If you have been researching vaginal dryness and came across DHEA cream, you probably have a few questions. What is DHEA? Is it a hormone? Is it the same as...
Julva vs Prescription Estrogen Cream: What's Actually Different 5 min read
Tell me if you have heard this before. You finally brought it up at your annual appointment. The dryness. The itching. The intimacy that has become something you dread. Your...
The Hormone Conversation I Wish Every Woman Had at 40 7 min read
What You Will Learn What vaginal atrophy actually is, in plain English Why estrogen decline is the hidden driver The early signs most women miss in their 40s Why the...
Why Your Lubricant Might Be Making Things Worse — And the One Ingredient That Actually Helps 11 min read
For most of my career, when a patient came to me with vaginal dryness or discomfort during intimacy, I did what most OB/GYNs do. I told her to use a...
8 Ingredients You Should Avoid In A Lube 10 min read
What's in your lubricant matters. But most commercial lubes are packed with ingredients you should avoid. Let’s take a look at what’s safe to put on your most delicate skin,...
Vulva Moisturizers: Why You Probably Need One In Midlife 17 min read
Vulvar dryness is one of the most common and least discussed symptoms of perimenopause and menopause. It can cause itching, irritation, discomfort during intimacy, and even increase your risk of...
Vaginal and Bladder Health Probiotics? What Are They and Why Do You Need Them? 35 min read
How to reduce your risk for bacterial infections, UTIs, vaginal discomfort and odors, reproductive issues, and bladder symptoms. Women of all ages come to me with vaginal and bladder health...
How to Support Vaginal Health Naturally: Dr. Anna’s Complete Protocol 10 min read
As a gynecologist with over three decades of experience helping women navigate their most intimate health concerns, I've witnessed firsthand how vaginal health changes can profoundly impact a woman's quality...
Vaginal Dryness After 40: What Causes It and What Can Help 4 min read
In This Article, You Will Learn: What causes vaginal dryness in midlife and menopause Why estrogen isn’t the only hormone involved The connection between dryness, confidence, and intimacy Natural ways...
Keto Crotch Is Real — And Here’s What to Do About It 3 min read
In This Article, You Will Learn: What causes “keto crotch” and why it happens How dietary shifts affect your vaginal microbiome Signs your pH is out of balance Natural remedies...