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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf continues our Menopause Society conference recap by breaking down everything you need to know aboutn the science of midlife sleep! Learn the latest science behind midlife nighttime awakenings and why up to 40% of women in perimenopause and menopause suffer from chronic insomnia. Dr. Sadaf also combs through the latest clinical research showing how broken sleep doubles the metabolic and mood impacts of low estrogen. And of course, she gets into debunking popular myths about sleep, such as blue light, melatonin supplement accuracy, magnesium, alcohol, and sleep tracking wearables. This recap serves to update you on all of the recent evidence-based solutions for restoring sleep, detailing the role of morning light and consistent wake times, screening for sleep apnea and low ferritin, and why Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) remains the gold-standard treatment. Yeah, it is a lot, because sleep is so important! So enjoy and get some rest after another information packed episode! Disclaimer: Anything discussed on the show should not be taken as official medical advice. If you have any concerns about your health, please speak to your medical provider. If you have any questions about your religion, please ask your friendly neighborhood religious leader. It’s the Muslim Sex Podcast because I just happen to be a Muslim woman who talks about sex. To learn more about Dr. Sadaf’s practice and to become a patient visit DrSadaf.com Like and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can watch all episodes of the podcast! Feel free to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share the show! Follow us on Social Media... Instagram: DrSadafobgyn TikTok: DrSadafobgyn

On this episode, Dr. Sadaf kicks off a special recap series on everything you need tom know about the recent Menopause Society annual meeting! Part one features a look at the FDA's historic removal of the black box warning on hormone therapy and the clinical importance of the timing hypothesis. Learn all about the critical window for preventing rapid bone loss and osteoporosis, the serious long term health risks of early or surgical menopause, and the nuanced reality of breast cancer risk data versus decades of medical fear. For more from the Menopause Society, go to menopause.org. Disclaimer: Anything discussed on the show should not be taken as official medical advice. If you have any concerns about your health, please speak to your medical provider. If you have any questions about your religion, please ask your friendly neighborhood religious leader. It’s the Muslim Sex Podcast because I just happen to be a Muslim woman who talks about sex. To learn more about Dr. Sadaf’s practice and to become a patient visit DrSadaf.com Like and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can watch all episodes of the podcast! Feel free to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share the show! Follow us on Social Media... Instagram: DrSadafobgyn TikTok: DrSadafobgyn

On this episode, Dr. Sadaf welcomes St. John's University professor and communication researcher Dr. Sakina Jangbar to discuss everything you need to know about loneliness during childbirth. During this discussion on her recent paper about the subject, Dr. Jangbar highlights the widespread yet rarely discussed experience of loneliness during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum transition. Dr. Jangbar explains her findings and ideas stemming from her research on formalizing structural empathy in healthcare, examining how birthing advocates and doulas can mitigate birth trauma, postpartum depression, and maternal health disparities for vulnerable or immigrant mothers. Tune into this lively discussion as Dr. Sadaf and Dr. Jangbar examine how we can begin empowering women to reclaim a positive birthing experience! Visit Dr. Jangbar's website and follow her on Instagram @sakina4ever. Disclaimer: Anything discussed on the show should not be taken as official medical advice. If you have any concerns about your health, please speak to your medical provider. If you have any questions about your religion, please ask your friendly neighborhood religious leader. It’s the Muslim Sex Podcast because I just happen to be a Muslim woman who talks about sex. To learn more about Dr. Sadaf’s practice and to become a patient visit DrSadaf.com Like and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can watch all episodes of the podcast! Feel free to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share the show! Follow us on Social Media... Instagram: DrSadafobgyn TikTok: DrSadafobgyn

In observance of World Menopause Day, on this special episode, Dr. Sadaf shares some of our most salient conversations on all things menopause! From a thorough break down of the new American Urological Association guidelines for Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM), to complex menopause issues with specialist Dr. Jordan Emont, to the timing window for hormone initiation, this episode puts the spotlight back on some of the best and most important menopause issues we have covered on the podcast so far. If you want to check out these highlighted episodes in their entirety, you can always go back to the full conversations in the podcast feed or on our YouTube channel. Happy World Menopause Day! Highlighted Episodes: New GSM Guidelines: Understanding & Treating Menopause Symptoms Navigating Complex Menopause with Dr. Jordan Emont and Why Painful Sex is Never Just Part of Aging Updates in Menopausal Hormone Therapy: Transdermal Estrogen, Breast Cancer Risk, & Testosterone Disclaimer: Anything discussed on the show should not be taken as official medical advice. If you have any concerns about your health, please speak to your medical provider. If you have any questions about your religion, please ask your friendly neighborhood religious leader. It’s the Muslim Sex Podcast because I just happen to be a Muslim woman who talks about sex. To learn more about Dr. Sadaf’s practice and to become a patient visit DrSadaf.com Like and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can watch all episodes of the podcast! Feel free to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share the show! Follow us on Social Media... Instagram: DrSadafobgyn TikTok: DrSadafobgyn

On this episode, Dr. Sadaf welcomes PA and sexual medicine specialist Aleece Fosnight to discuss everything you need to know about normalizing sexual health, adopting a Health at Every Size (HAES) approach, and addressing the psychosocial factors surrounding intimacy. Join in on the fun as Aleece shares her expertise on the therapeutic benefits of vibration therapy for genital neuropathy and anorgasmia. In this discussion Dr. Sadaf and Aleece also unpack the importance of Sexual Attitude Reflection (SAR) for healthcare providers. There is is a ton to get into this jampacked edition of the podcast as we focus on empowering individuals to explore their unique recipe for sexual satisfaction across all stages of life! Visit Aleece Fosnight online at fosnightcenter.com and follow her on social media @fosnightcenter. Disclaimer: Anything discussed on the show should not be taken as official medical advice. If you have any concerns about your health, please speak to your medical provider. If you have any questions about your religion, please ask your friendly neighborhood religious leader. It’s the Muslim Sex Podcast because I just happen to be a Muslim woman who talks about sex. To learn more about Dr. Sadaf’s practice and to become a patient visit DrSadaf.com Like and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can watch all episodes of the podcast! Feel free to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share the show! Follow us on Social Media... Instagram: DrSadafobgyn TikTok: DrSadafobgyn

On this episode, Dr. Sadaf welcomes back OB/GYN and culinary medicine expert Dr. Basma Faris to discuss everything you need to know about Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS). Dr. Faris makes her return to the podcast to share her expertise as she explains what drives PMOS symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, and elevated testosterone. In addition to this through explanation of PMOS, this epsidoe also features actionable strategies for managing metabolic health through high fiber nutrition, balanced plate building, sleep apnea screening, and more! Visit Dr. Faris online at drbasmafaris.com and follow her on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube @drbasmafaris. Disclaimer: Anything discussed on the show should not be taken as official medical advice. If you have any concerns about your health, please speak to your medical provider. If you have any questions about your religion, please ask your friendly neighborhood religious leader. It’s the Muslim Sex Podcast because I just happen to be a Muslim woman who talks about sex. To learn more about Dr. Sadaf’s practice and to become a patient visit DrSadaf.com Like and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can watch all episodes of the podcast! Feel free to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share the show! Follow us on Social Media... Instagram: DrSadafobgyn TikTok: DrSadafobgyn

On this episode, Dr. Sadaf welcomes back UCSF professor and sexual health expert Dr. Tami Rowen to break down everything you need to know about the complex science of testosterone therapy, progestogens, and hormone optimization in midlife women. Dr. Rowen shares her expertise to clearly explain the clinical evidence surrounding testosterone for low libido and mood. The doctors also discuss best practices when navigating hormone therapy after hormone-sensitive breast cancer. In addition to all of that, Dr. Sadaf and Dr. Rowen clear up the muddied waters on why perimenopausal mood symptoms are frequently misdiagnosed with SSRIs. Follow Dr. Rowen's work through UCSF, ISSWSH, and her Substack newsletter: https://drtamirowen.substack.com/ Disclaimer: Anything discussed on the show should not be taken as official medical advice. If you have any concerns about your health, please speak to your medical provider. If you have any questions about your religion, please ask your friendly neighborhood religious leader. It’s the Muslim Sex Podcast because I just happen to be a Muslim woman who talks about sex. To learn more about Dr. Sadaf’s practice and to become a patient visit DrSadaf.com Like and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can watch all episodes of the podcast! Feel free to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share the show! Follow us on Social Media... Instagram: DrSadafobgyn TikTok: DrSadafobgyn

On this episode, the final installment of our postpartum sexual health series, Dr. Sadaf examines everything you need to know about painful sex after childbirth. Find out about the primary drivers of delayed intimacy and painful sex postpartum, as Dr. Sadaf debunks the myth that C-sections protect long term sexual function. Also, learn how perineal tears and episiotomies impact recovery. This episode also features a look at the science of genitourinary syndrome of lactation as well as the critical role of pelvic floor physical therapy, vaginal dilators, and cognitive behavioral therapy. Tune in as we bring this series on postpartum sexual health to a close by empowering mothers to seek multidisciplinary care rather than suffering in silence! Disclaimer: Anything discussed on the show should not be taken as official medical advice. If you have any concerns about your health, please speak to your medical provider. If you have any questions about your religion, please ask your friendly neighborhood religious leader. It’s the Muslim Sex Podcast because I just happen to be a Muslim woman who talks about sex. To learn more about Dr. Sadaf’s practice and to become a patient visit DrSadaf.com Like and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can watch all episodes of the podcast! Feel free to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share the show! Follow us on Social Media... Instagram: DrSadafobgyn TikTok: DrSadafobgyn

As we continue our series on sexual health before, during, and after pregnancy, on this episode, Dr. Sadaf shifts the focus to everything you need to know about the fourth trimester. Learn all about the physical and emotional realities of the fourth trimester, with a breakdown of essential recovery tips for both vaginal deliveries and C-sections. Also, Dr. Sadaf tackles the hard truth of how and why there is a systemic lack of postpartum support in traditional healthcare. Plus, this episode also goes into detail about low estrogen during lactation, how genitourinary syndrome of lactation causes vaginal dryness and painful sex, and why topical vaginal estrogen and proper lubrication are essential for comfort. In addition to all of that, Dr. Sadaf also addresses the critical differences between postpartum blues, depression, and rare postpartum psychosis. Disclaimer: Anything discussed on the show should not be taken as official medical advice. If you have any concerns about your health, please speak to your medical provider. If you have any questions about your religion, please ask your friendly neighborhood religious leader. It’s the Muslim Sex Podcast because I just happen to be a Muslim woman who talks about sex. To learn more about Dr. Sadaf’s practice and to become a patient visit DrSadaf.com Like and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can watch all episodes of the podcast! Feel free to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share the show! Follow us on Social Media... Instagram: DrSadafobgyn TikTok: DrSadafobgyn

On this episode, Dr. Sadaf begins a three part series on sexual health during and after pregnancy! This first installment is everything you need to know about the safety, physical changes, and physiological hurdles of maintaining intimacy while expecting. Learn research based best practices as Dr. Sadaf dives into the key clinical studies showing that intercourse is safe for uncomplicated pregnancies, while also learning about the curveballs we can get from contraindications such as placenta previa and vasa previa. It is also time to turn the volume up on some of those whispered questions regarding oral sex, anal sex, and masturbation, and just get to the facts. In addition to all of that, Dr. Sadaf also explains trimester-specific positioning tips to protect placental blood flow, the science of how nipple stimulation can ripen the cervix, and when to seek guidance from an OB/GYN to ensure a healthy, comfortable, and satisfying sex life! Disclaimer: Anything discussed on the show should not be taken as official medical advice. If you have any concerns about your health, please speak to your medical provider. If you have any questions about your religion, please ask your friendly neighborhood religious leader. It’s the Muslim Sex Podcast because I just happen to be a Muslim woman who talks about sex. To learn more about Dr. Sadaf’s practice and to become a patient visit DrSadaf.com Like and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can watch all episodes of the podcast! Feel free to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share the show! Follow us on Social Media... Instagram: DrSadafobgyn TikTok: DrSadafobgyn

On this episode, Dr. Sadaf welcomes board-certified sleep physician and psychiatrist Dr. Nishi Bhopal to discuss everything you need to know about insomnia, sleep apnea, and sleep hygiene. Find out why fluctuating estrogen and declining progesterone trigger those 3AM awakenings, how sleep apnea in midlife women is frequently misdiagnosed, and why rigid sleep hygiene routines can actually worsen chronic insomnia. Dr. Bhopal also shares her expertise to highlight how cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) can improve female libido, the surprising link between low ferritin and restless sleep, and how taking short daily breaks can help downshift an overactive nervous system. Follow Dr. Bhopal on YouTube and Instagram @intrabalanced or visit her practice at pacificintegrativepsychiatry.com. Disclaimer: Anything discussed on the show should not be taken as official medical advice. If you have any concerns about your health, please speak to your medical provider. If you have any questions about your religion, please ask your friendly neighborhood religious leader. It’s the Muslim Sex Podcast because I just happen to be a Muslim woman who talks about sex. To learn more about Dr. Sadaf’s practice and to become a patient visit DrSadaf.com Like and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can watch all episodes of the podcast! Feel free to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share the show! Follow us on Social Media... Instagram: DrSadafobgyn TikTok: DrSadafobgyn

On this episode, Dr. Sadaf welcomes back her son, biomedical engineering student Zayaan Hussein, for an intimate and insightful conversation about what young men need to understand about relationships, women's health, and intimacy before marriage. Zayaan shares his perspective on the generational shift toward open communication, how his studies in physiology helped him understand the physical impact of menopause, and why modern partnerships require rejecting toxic online masculinity in favor of emotional vulnerability and active listening. Not only will you get a complete list of what boxes a young male needs to check with regards to understanding female sexual health, this mother-son chat involves a ton of insight into what it means to approach learning with fervor and relationships with empathy! Disclaimer: Anything discussed on the show should not be taken as official medical advice. If you have any concerns about your health, please speak to your medical provider. If you have any questions about your religion, please ask your friendly neighborhood religious leader. It’s the Muslim Sex Podcast because I just happen to be a Muslim woman who talks about sex. To learn more about Dr. Sadaf’s practice and to become a patient visit DrSadaf.com Like and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can watch all episodes of the podcast! Feel free to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share the show! Follow us on Social Media... Instagram: DrSadafobgyn TikTok: DrSadafobgyn

On this episode, Dr. Sadaf is joined by board-certified internist, menopause specialist, and health coach Dr. Nicole Perrotte to discuss everything you need to know about physician burnout and thriving in midlife! Dr. Sadaf and Dr. Perrotte discuss why traditional healthcare often dismisses common perimenopause symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, and low libido, while explaining why midlife weight gain cannot be managed with the same strategies used in your twenties. Also, this conversation digs into the true benefits of vaginal estrogen for longevity, explain the importance of third party tested multivitamins and colonoscopies. Finally, Dr. Perrotte explains why coaching can provide time, support, and accountability in our quest to truly thrive! Visit Dr. Perrotte online at thrivewellmd.com to learn more about her virtual telehealth and coaching practice. Disclaimer: Anything discussed on the show should not be taken as official medical advice. If you have any concerns about your health, please speak to your medical provider. If you have any questions about your religion, please ask your friendly neighborhood religious leader. It’s the Muslim Sex Podcast because I just happen to be a Muslim woman who talks about sex. To learn more about Dr. Sadaf’s practice and to become a patient visit DrSadaf.com Like and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can watch all episodes of the podcast! Feel free to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share the show! Follow us on Social Media... Instagram: DrSadafobgyn TikTok: DrSadafobgyn

On this episode, Dr. Sadaf welcomes quadruple board-certified gastroenterologist, hepatologist, and obesity medicine specialist Dr. Kayin Jeffers to discuss everything you need to know about gut health, metabolic disease, and lifestyle medicine. Dr. Jeffers shares his expertise to clarify how visceral fat and systemic inflammation drive conditions like Metabolic Associated Steatohepatitis (MASH) and colon polyps, the crucial role of dietary fiber in naturally stimulating the satiety hormone GLP-1, and how sleep deprivation disrupts hunger hormones like ghrelin and leptin. These common gut health issues severely affect not only our day-to-day in midlife, but intimacy as well, so Dr. Sadaf and Dr. Jeffers also dive into how lifestyle modifications for preventing chronic GI illness, explain why perimenopause represents a critical window of opportunity for metabolic optimization. Subscribe to Dr. Jeffers' YouTube channel (The wHealthy Life), and follow him on Instagram @the_wealthy_life. Disclaimer: Anything discussed on the show should not be taken as official medical advice. If you have any concerns about your health, please speak to your medical provider. If you have any questions about your religion, please ask your friendly neighborhood religious leader. It’s the Muslim Sex Podcast because I just happen to be a Muslim woman who talks about sex. To learn more about Dr. Sadaf’s practice and to become a patient visit DrSadaf.com Like and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can watch all episodes of the podcast! Feel free to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share the show! Follow us on Social Media... Instagram: DrSadafobgyn TikTok: DrSadafobgyn

On this episode, Dr. Sadaf is joined by family physician and metabolic health expert Dr. Jumana Al-Deek to discuss everything you need to know about the intersection of weight loss, resistance training, and hormone optimization during perimenopause. This episode dives deep into everything related to metabolic health, from preserving skeletal muscle while using GLP-1 medications, the life-saving benefits of vaginal estrogen for recurrent UTIs, and why visceral fat increases due to insulin resistance and falling hormones. Dr. Al-Deek also shares her expertise to spotlight how weight gain and systemic inflammation impact female libido. Visit Dr. Al-Deek online at medmethoddirect.com and check out her book, The Menopause Weight Loss Trap! Disclaimer: Anything discussed on the show should not be taken as official medical advice. If you have any concerns about your health, please speak to your medical provider. If you have any questions about your religion, please ask your friendly neighborhood religious leader. It’s the Muslim Sex Podcast because I just happen to be a Muslim woman who talks about sex. To learn more about Dr. Sadaf’s practice and to become a patient visit DrSadaf.com Like and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can watch all episodes of the podcast! Feel free to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share the show! Follow us on Social Media... Instagram: DrSadafobgyn TikTok: DrSadafobgyn