In this episode, I bring on guest Dr. Cindy Duke (Fertility Doctor) and we have an honest and informative conversation around egg freezing. She answers questions like: 1. At what age should you consider it? 2. What is the process of freezing my eggs? 3. How much does it cost? 4. What are the most common misconceptions about egg freezing? Dr. Cindy Duke is an MD/PhD trained Physician Scientist who is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and fellowship trained in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (REI). She was born in Trinidad and Tobago and completed her Primary and Secondary Education on her idyllic home island of Tobago.    Resources: Egg Whisperer: Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh  

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Egg Freezing: What you need to know feat Dr. Cindy Duke (Fertility Doctor)

In this episode, I bring on recurring guest host, Lily Wang (CEOwner of MedAmour) and we celebrate Women's Herstory Month of March 2021. We discuss different women throughout time who have influenced the sex world through sex education, films, law, and more.  In this episode, we also are doing a giveaway celebrating the 10th anniversary of "Fifty Shades of Grey" series by E.L James.  To enter:  1. Follow both @medamour1 and @vivalavulvala 2. Tag a friend in the Giveaway post Giveaway ends on March 31st 2021!

Celebrating Women's Herstory Month feat Lily Wang (CEOwner of MedAmour)

In this episode, Dr. Cara discusses different ways to find pleasure in our monthly period. Whether you are on birth control pills or going au natural or listening for a friend, the monthly cycle can sometimes be a buzz kill but it doesn't have to be. Dr. Cara discusses ways where vulva owners can find more power and pleasure while bleeding. Listen in!

Finding More Pleasure in Your Period, PeriodT! feat Dr. Cara Quant

In this episode, Dr. Cara discusses ways to advocate for yourself at the doctor's office. Going to the doctor's office, especially during the pandemic, can be scary but with some tools and a little knowledge, you can feel more comfortable and confident with your next interaction with your physician. Listen in for how!

How to Advocate for Yourself at Doctors's office with Dr. Cara Quant

Welcome to Season 3 of the Viva La Vulva Podcast with host Dr. Cara Quant. Dr. Cara is an Internal Medicine Physician and Sexpert here to bring you all things related to the Vulva. In this episode, she re-introduces the mission of Viva La Vulva organization and podcast which is to empower sexual health through different art forms. Towards the end of the episode, Dr. Cara shares a special Pussy Meditation to kick off 2021. Listen in !! 

Season 3 of Viva La Vulva Podcast, Pussy Meditation ft Dr. Cara Quant

In this episode, I bring on Lily Wang, from MedAmour, and we dive into some of my favorite sexual health products that I have tried and love. We review the products and also provide some helpful sexual health tips to spice up your holiday season!  Resources:  Most featured products can be found on MedAmour's website including:  1. Pjur Lube 2. We Vibe Sync 3. Eva II Dame Products 4. SpareParts Harness For all products discussed on the podcast, visit www.medamour.com and use code: vivalavulva to get a special discount!  

Dr. Cara's Favorite Things 2020 with Lily Wang (MedAmour)

In this episode, I bring on my friend and colleague, Dr. Maya Benitez (Family Medicine Physician) as she takes us through her first pregnancy and dispels some myths of pregnancy that she previously thought were true. Like using cocoa butter on your belly during pregnancy will help prevent stretch marks, which is a myth! Or the thought that since you are pregnant, you are eating for 2, which is also a myth! This podcast episode is for anyone planning on getting pregnant or in their first pregnancy.  **This is an opinion based podcast. Please consult with your OBGYN for all medical advice during pregnancy.**

5 Myth of Pregnancy ft Maya Benitez, MD

In celebration of World Menopause Month, I bring on Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz (OBGYN in Beverly Hills and creator of Menopause Bootcamp) and we talk all about menopause. This is an empowering conversation and breaks down many of the common misconceptions and shame associated with this time in a woman's life.  She answers questions on:  *What is menopause? *What are some common misconceptions about women when they hit menopause? *What are the common symptoms of menopause? *What can be done holistically and medically to reduce these symptoms? *How to make sex more pleasurable? Resources:  Dr. Suzanne Social media: @askdrsuzanne Website: https://thedrsuzanne.com/  

Menopause: Let's talk about it! ft Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz (OBGYN)

In this episode, I bring on special guest, Dr. Rhoda Moise, who received her PhD in Prevention Science and Community Health, and we discuss her research in cervical cancer screening and prevention amongst Haitian women and women of African ancestry. Did you know that the burden of cervical cancer for Haitian women is amongst the highest in the world, despite being a largely preventable disease? Her research is fascinating and the findings are worth knowing more about. **Special treat in store at the end of the episode, Dr. Rhoda, who is also a poet, shares her poem "My womb is a war zone"** Resources:  Follow Dr. Rhoda on social media: @rhodamoise @drrhomo

Cervical Cancer Awareness and Haitian Women ft Dr. Rhoda Moise

In celebration of National Coming Out Day (October 11), Viva La Vulva made a special episode hosted by Lily Wang.  Lily interviews Dr. Cara and her partner who both give their stories of coming out and we bring on Dr. Jarrod Matthei who also gives his coming out story. This episode is for anyone out there who wants the courage to come out or celebrate already coming out.   

Happy National Coming Out Day feat Dr. Cara, Eliana Dominguez, and Dr. Jarrod Matthei

In this episode, we switch the roles and Lily Wang from MedAmour hosts the podcast episode where she interviews me, Dr. Cara Quant. We get into where I was born and raised, what made me become a doctor, and what my reason for creating Viva La Vulva came from.  Resources:  Follow Dr. Cara on socials: @vivalavulvala and @drcaraquant Follow Lily Wang from MedAmour @medamour1  

Who is Dr. Cara Quant? hosted by Lily Wang (MedAmour)

In this episode, I bring on recurring guest Lily Wang (CEOwner of MedAmour) and we talk all about Pap Smears. We get into the history of pap smears, accounting our first pap smear stories, and discussing the steps involved in a pap smear. We also discuss why its so important to get a pap smear and what it's testing.  Resources:  Follow Viva La Vulva and Dr. Cara Quant on IG: @vivalavulvala and @drcaraquant Follow MedAmour on IG: @medamour1 for solutions for intimate wellness

Pap Smears- What are they and why are they important? feat Lily Wang (MedAmour)

In this episode, I bring on Tamina Paris who is Mother/Creator of Pussy Church and Dance Healer and we get into an enlightening conversation about Pussy Church. Tamina answers the questions of how she went from dancing for Lady Gaga and Justin Bieber to teaching women to channel their feminine spirit through dance. We also talk about how the radical idea came about for Pussy Church and how she is helping women to experience more unconditional self-acceptance and ultimately freedom in their own lives through this platform.  Resources:  Join Tamina Paris as she host "Dance from your Pussy" in Pussy Church on Sunday Sept 20 at 11am EST on website: www.pussychurch.ca To learn more about the work Tamina does also visit: www.taminaparis.com Follow on IG: @taminaparis Follow Dr. Cara: @drcaraquant and @vivalavulvala    

Pussy Church: What is it and how dancing can be used to tap into our Power feat Tamina Paris

In this episode, I bring on guest and friend of VLV, Rachel Gelman, a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist in San Francisco, and we get into sex toys. We talk specifically about:  - our "Firsts" with sex toys - the history of toys - the many types of sex toys out there - how sex toys can help your pelvic health Resources:  Rachel Gelman, DPT: www.pelvicwellpt.com Sex Toy Sources: Pleasure Chest in Los Angeles Good Vibrations in Northern Cali Dame Lelo MedAmour Lioness Lora DiCarlo    

Sex Toys and Your Pelvic Health with Rachel Gelman, DPT

In this episode, I bring on special guest, Eurydice Kamvyselli, (Author, Artist and Creator of podcast called "Speak Sex") and we talk about how she discovered her passion for having empowering conversations around sex, the patriarchy, and new ways that we can talk with friends and partners about sex and what brings us pleasure.  Eve Eurydice is the author of 3 books on sexuality (Satyricon USA with Scribner, f/32 The Second Coming with Virago, & f/32), the writer of The Sex Files column in Gear & Spin mags, & the founder of The Institute For Self-Satisfaction. Her podcast "Speak Sex" peeks into her field research for her upcoming book: The Speak Sex Manifesto. Resources:  speaksexpodcast.com eurydice.net

Let's Speak about Sex with Eurydice Kamvyselli

On this episode, I bring on Franceasca Seiden, sex magic connoisseur and creator of podcast called Sex, Magick and Dessert and we get into what sex magic is, how she got interested in doing it, and how to get started in sex magic if you have never done it before.  Resources:  Book: Modern Sex Magick by Donald Michael Kraig Franceasca Seiden:  https://sexualalchemyhealingarts.com/ IG: sexualalchemyhealingarts

Lessons on Sex Magic feat Franceasca Seiden

My name is Dr. Cara Quant and I'm an Internal Medicine Doctor discussing the in and outs (pun intended) of the vulva. Each week I will bring a different guest on the podcast to discuss the good, bad, and awesomeness of the vulva and make it easier to understand more about the female superpower.

Egg Freezing: What you need to know feat Dr. Cindy Duke (Fer...