The Re:pro Health Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

Welcome to Season 8 of the Re:Pro Health Podcast! In episode 81, we're joined by Dr. Stephanie Hart (she/her), a family medicine physician specializing in sexual function and one of only a few physicians in the country offering this kind of care. We're thrilled to pick her brain about all things orgasm. Together, we unpack what an orgasm "should" feel like, explore the orgasm gap, and bust common myths about length and type of orgasm. If you're one of the many people who has ever wondered what's "normal" when it comes to orgasm -this episode is for you.

For our final episode of the season, we invited Dr. Simone Lebeuf, a pediatrician specializing in Adolescent Medicine, to talk about pregnant & parenting teens. In this episode, we talk about common societal misconceptions about teen pregnancy, unique challenges faced by this population, and how we can support adolescents navigating pregnancy and parenting. A huge thank you to Dr. Lebeuf for sharing her knowledge and expertise - what a great way to close our season!

Resources:

For Young Parents

• Terra Centre
• Adolescent Pregnancy Clinic

For Providers

• Guidelines from the Canadian Pediatric Society
• Guidelines from the Society of Obstetricians & Gynecologists of Canada

Today we are joined by Dr. May Sanaee, a Clinical Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Alberta, who chats about chronic pelvic pain. She defines chronic pelvic pain, shares how commonplace it is, outlines symptoms to look out for and treatment options patients can pursue! Thank you Dr. Sanaee for coming on the pod! 

On today's episode, we are joined by Dr. Ariadne (Ariana) Daniel, a reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist. She earned her Doctor of Medicine degree and completed residency training at the University of Alberta, completing further training in Toronto. Join us today to discuss different approaches to infertility, each of their components, new emerging treatments, and common misconceptions about infertility.

On today's episode, we are joined by Liam and Evan from WiseGuyz. Liam is a public educator who works with the Sexual Assault Centre in Edmonton and is currently completing his Masters in Counselling Psychology. Evan is also a public educator with the Sexual Assault Centre and is the chair of the Indigenous Inclusion Committee. We discuss what WiseGuyz is, what sexual violence is, and how we can further educate and prevent sexual violence.

Today, we're delving into a crucial topic that impacts countless lives: contraceptives. Joining us is Dr. Kaili Hoffart, a dedicated physician and an integral part of our community. Since completing residency in 2014, she serves a diverse patient base with a special focus on women's health and prenatal care. Serving as the physician lead for the CAPE clinic in Edmonton, she is deeply involved in community outreach, collaborating with organizations like ARCH and NAIT. Furthermore, she is a passionate educator and helps shape the future of family medicine through teaching and leadership.

*Please note this episode was recorded in February 2024, and since recording the Mirena IUD is now indicated for 8 years for contraception. 

Have you ever heard the term prolapse and wondered what that meant? I know I have.

Donna Wilson, RN (she/her) joins us today to chat about all about prolapse, including some mythbusting on prolapse hot topics (no pessaries dont cause infection and yes you can have sex with prolapse!). She also chats about the ins and outs of pessaries. Take a listen and let us know your thoughts! 

On today's episode, we welcome Dr. Kelycia Leimert (she/her), a senior scientist from the Olson Lab in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Dr. Leimert's research primarily seeks to improve the health outcomes of mothers and children affected by preterm birth. Join us to chat with her about what preterm birth is, potential contributors, and some possible up and coming therapeutics for preterm birth!

Today on the podcast we welcome Sarah Conrad (she/her), a physiotherapist who has been working in pelvic health for 18 years, and is now the Alberta pelvic health lead! Sarah chats about what pelvic health physio appointments can look like, does some myth-busting on kegels and shares just how common pelvic floor prolapse is (and what we can do to treat it!). This episode is a must-listen!

Welcome to the sixth season of The Re:Pro Health Podcast! In this episode, we are joined by Meaghan Ray (they/them), a graduate student in the Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine, as they discuss their journey as a patient navigating non-traditional family planning and assisted reproductive therapy in Canada. 

Take a look at Meaghan Ray's YouAlberta spotlight here: https://www.ualberta.ca/youalberta/2024/01/innovator-spotlight-meaghan-ray-peters.html