Gerianne DiPiano is joined by Perri Shaw Borish, licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), BCD, PMH-C to discuss Postpartum Depression and Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorder (PMAD). Anxiety, OCD, and depression can occur for women during their pregnancy and postpartum time. Learn how to recognize the symptoms in yourself, your loved ones, or your patients, as well as how to find help. Perri Shaw Borish is a Board Certified, Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years experience in maternal mental health. She is the founder and Psychotherapist at Whole Heart Reproductive Mental Health (formerly Whole Heart Maternal Mental Health) https://wholeheartreproductivementalhealth.com/

Check out Perri's Emotional Suitcase in more detail here: https://wholeheartreproductivementalhealth.com/parent-resources

Other resources: Postpartum Support International https://postpartum.net/

Gerianne DiPiano and Dr. C. Nicole Swiner discuss the book "Doctoring, Better: 11 Top Physician Coaches Reveal Secrets for Helping Others Create Better Lives". Dr. Swiner talks about her role in writing the book and how doctors are feeling the strain of modern medicine. They go in depth about the complexities of handling business, guilt, stress, and caring for patients, all in addition to maintaining a personal life. All women - healthcare professionals as well as the rest of us - can benefit greatly from learning to create boundaries and give ourselves more grace.

Check out the book Doctoring, Better: 11 Top Physician Coaches Reveal Secrets for Helping Others Create Better Lives https://www.amazon.com/Doctoring-Better-Physician-Coaches-Secrets/dp/1732752591

Content Warning: This episode mentions suicide and suicidal thoughts. If you or someone you love is struggling with thoughts of suicide, please call 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, or visit https://988lifeline.org/

Gerianne DiPiano looks back at an amazing 100 Episodes of the Love, Mia Vita Podcast. Dr. Katherine Sherif, Alison Bladh, & Dr. C. Nicole Swiner join Gerie to recall their favorite moments in the last 4 years. What was your favorite episode?

GLP-1 medications are becoming more common for weight management, but they can have long-term effects on your gut health. Gerianne DiPiano is joined by Alison Bladh, a nutritional therapist who has worked in the health and wellness industry for over 30 years. They discuss the right foods to eat while taking - and after stopping - GLP-1 medications. Discover how to make sure you're getting a balanced diet with nutrient-rich foods to support your blood sugar, digestion, and side effects. Learn how to maintain your weight and digestion after you've stopped taking the medications.

Alison Bladh is a registered nutritional therapist, author, and member of FemmePharma's Medical Advisory Board. To connect with Alison, visit her Nutritional Therapy website: https://www.alisonbladh.com/

Join Gerianne DiPiano and her co-host, Dr. Katherine Sherif, as they delve into the lesser-known subject of Iron Deficiency Without Anemia (IDWA). Discover how this condition frequently goes undiagnosed due to its symptoms, which can often mimic those of perimenopause. Understand the vital roles of iron and ferritin in your body while learning about the causes of IDWA. Most importantly, recognize when to consult your doctor for low iron testing.

For a complete visual presentation, be sure to check out the full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_EpY-IoB-pk

FemmePharma Founder & CEO Gerianne DiPiano is joined by Dr. Juliana Hauser to discuss mental health matters related to perimenopause and menopause. Mental health during this transition time is often overlooked, with a significant lack of research in the area. Find out why there is a pressing need for healthcare providers to be educated about menopause and its mental health implications. Learn about the survey we are jointly conducting to learn from women and why this data is crucial for advancing women's health research. We are looking for a diverse group of women to be a part of this free study and it only takes about 15 minutes of your time. If you would like to participate in the survey on perimenopause and menopause, please reach out to Dr. Juliana Hauser on her site https://dr-juliana.com/ or email Gerianne at miavita@femmepharma.com.

Here at FemmePharma we receive a lot of questions about Women’s Healthcare & Wellness. Today our Founder & CEO Gerianne DiPiano sits down to answer some of your most burning questions. What is vaginal tearing? Can I still work out if I have a heavy period? What is Turners Syndrome? Also, learn the importance of maintaining a symptom diary for better health management. Always remember to consult your healthcare practitioners for persistent symptoms. Tune in to find these answers and more.

Have a question of your own? We’d love to hear from you! Email us your questions at MiaVita@FemmePharma.com for a chance to have the answers featured on a future episode of Ask The Experts.

Gerianne DiPiano and her co-host Dr. Katherine Sherif discuss GLP-1 medications. These products have become very popular in treating diabetes and weight loss, but how much do we know about them? What are the benefits for women and what are some risk factors to consider? Learn what you should ask your doctor to find out if these medications are right for you.