If you’re pregnant, thinking about getting pregnant, or just found out you have herpes and you’re worried about what that means for your future—this episode is for you. One of our viewers recently reached out with concerns about herpes and pregnancy, and while I’ve never had a baby myself, I knew this was an important conversation to have. In this episode of the Herpes Wellness Podcast, Cat Dupree dives into what you really need to know about genital herpes and pregnancy—from the facts about HSV1 and HSV2 during pregnancy to what actually matters when it comes to keeping you and your baby safe. Whether you’ve been diagnosed with HSV2, experience frequent outbreaks, or just want to understand how herpes might affect your pregnancy journey—this episode is packed with info to help you feel more informed.

What does it really look like to come out about having herpes? Whether you’re newly diagnosed or still struggling with when to disclose, this episode breaks it down. In this episode of the Herpes Wellness Podcast, Cat Dupree shares how she told her now-partner that she has genital herpes—without a script, without a plan, and with a whole lot of nerves. It wasn’t perfect. But it was real. And the response? Not what she expected. Whether you're living with HSV2, HSV1, genital herpes, oral herpes—or just want to better understand what herpes disclosure looks like—this episode is packed with truth, clarity, and no-BS support.

What does intimacy look like when herpes is part of the relationship? Whether you have herpes or you're thinking about dating someone who does, this episode breaks it down. In this episode of the Herpes Wellness Podcast, Cat Dupree shares what it was like to navigate intimacy in a long-term relationship with someone who had herpes (when she didn’t), and how she approaches intimacy now with a partner who doesn’t have herpes. You’ll learn about the different protection methods available — including daily antivirals, condoms, and why barrier methods aren't always enough — plus how couples can make informed decisions together to reduce herpes transmission. Cat also gets real about the emotional side: what it means to take responsibility for protecting your partner, without feeling responsible for their choice to be with you. Whether you're living with genital herpes (HSV2), oral herpes (HSV1), or just looking to understand more about what intimacy and herpes actually look like — this episode is packed with facts, perspective, and practical advice.

Most people with herpes, including those with genital herpes, don’t even know they have it. And yet doctors still refuse herpes testing unless visible symptoms appear. In this episode of the Herpes Wellness Podcast, Cat Dupree shares her boyfriend’s real experience with herpes testing and being denied a herpes test—despite full disclosure of an Cat's HSV2 diagnosis—and talks openly about the ongoing issues surrounding herpes testing for HSV1 and HSV2.