The V Hive

In today's episode I am joined by an amazing woman named Sara who shares her profound healing story with us. Sara lived with debilitating pelvic pain for over two years, and she finally found her healing path through mind body medicine. She walks us through every step of her process and shares the main tools she used and things she did to achieve a pain free life! Contact Sara: instagram - @saralee_1020 Resources: Unlearn Your Pain by Dr. Howard Schubiner Healing Back Pain: The Mind...

In today's episode I am joined by Dr. Lyndsey Harper an OB-Gyn based in Dallas, Texas, a mother of three, and the founder and CEO of Rosy, an incredible sexual wellness-focused app and media platform that offers members a customized and dynamic mix of individual and group intimacy coaching, audio and written erotica, educational videos, supportive online community, and much more. We discuss a range of valuable, insightful and fun topics, including why it is so important for women to...

I am so excited to have Nicole Sachs back on the podcast this week to answer all of your mind-body healing related questions! Some of the questions she answers include what TMS and mind body medicine is, how personality type plays a role in TMS symptoms, how mind body medicine works to heal pelvic pain conditions, if Endometriosis pain can be resolved through mind body work, the importance of setting boundaries, acceptance and self compassion, the role that conditioned responses play in...

In this episode I am joined by Melanie Carminati, the founder of Inspira Physical Therapy. Inspira Physical Therapy specializes in Advanced Orthopedics, Pelvic Floor, Dance Physical Therapy, TMJ Dysfunction, Osteopathic & Holistic Treatments such as Craniosacral therapy, Visceral Manipulation and Pilates Rehabilitation. We discuss the holistic approach that she takes to treating pelvic pain and the pelvic floor, advice for people on ways that they can manage stress and anxiety, what the...

In this episode I am joined by a 24 year-old Muslim woman who shares her incredible story about how she healed her pelvic pain. She discusses the many treatment methods she tried, including both eastern and western modalities, in addition to the therapeutic effects that mind-body healing modalities hard for her, all of which she reflects on throughout the episode. She also shares the cultural biases that many practitioners had and how that got in the way of her healing process, but also how...

Mindy Pickard, my favorite acupuncturist, is back on The V Hive, and this time we cover many important topics such as how she has seen the pandemic effect her patients on an emotional, physical and spiritual level, the magic to her relatively painless needling technique, her ancient clearing dragon's acupuncture treatment, and many tips and tricks on how to improve your sleep quality! I am always in awe of Mindy's holistic and ancient wisdom and I hope this episode brings you as much joy and...

Welcome back and Happy New Year! I hope everyone is staying healthy and safe : ) In this episode I am joined by Dr. Peter Castillo, an incredible Urogynecologist based in Los Gatos, California. We discuss all sexual wellness related topics including conditions such as vulvoyndia, vestibulodynia, lichens sclerosis, pelvic organ prolapse, childbirth related injuries and more, and how certain innovative therapies and new technologies can help tremendously. Dr. Castillo is such a wealth of...

In this episode I am joined by Dr. Jessica Shepherd, OBGYN, a board certified OB-GYN and founder and CEO of Sanctum Med + Wellness, a wellness concierge practice based in Dallas Texas. In this episode we focus on the conversation of Herpes - a common STI that has tremendous stigma and shame attached to it. Dr. Shepherd explains to us everything we need to know about this STI and why we do not need to be fearful of it, but rather proactive about it, wether it relates to you or your partner....

In this episode I am joined by Dr. Nicole Williams, OBGYN, an Author & the Founder of the Gynecology Institute of Chicago. Dr. Williams answers so many questions about the vagina and debunks many common myths as well. Some of the topics we discuss include insecurities surrounding our vagina, how we can keep our vagina healthy and happy, the relationship between pop culture and women's sexuality and why it is important to use our vaginas! - as Dr. Williams says, "If we don't use it we lose...

In this episode I am joined by Rachel Katzman, the co-founder of P.volve, and Amy Hoover, a pelvic health PT on P.Volve's clinical advisory board. This is an eye opening episode where we discuss everything related to women's health, hormones and pelvic floor, and how the workouts you do throughout the month can have a great impact on all of these aspects. P.volve has may pelvic floor oriented workouts that they offer, in addition to an amazing program they recently launched called Phase &...

In this episode I am joined by Suzie Devine, a registered women's health and fertility nurse and the founder of Binto, a women’s healthcare company that creates personalized supplement packets and provides access to licensed health experts, designed to support your unique health needs from the period years to menopause. They source their raw materials and ingredients from around the world and make it their priority to ensure that their supplements are not only effective, but made from...

In this episode I am joined by Marion Cunningham and Kent Bassett, the producers of the Film, This Might Hurt. This Might Hurt is a documentary that offers solutions to cure chronic pain. The film follows three chronic pain patients who have spent years searching for answers. Desperate for relief, they enter a new medical program — run by Dr. Howard Schubiner — that focuses on uncovering hidden causes of pain, and retraining their brains to switch the pain off. Kent and Marion spent over...

In this episode I am joined by Leanna Joan, the creator and host of Hello & Goodbye, a podcast about the realities of modern-day dating, the courage of vulnerability and the commitment to unapologetic authenticity. After her divorce in 2016, Leanna dove deep into her anxious attachment style in order to become the healthiest version of herself so that she could actually start attracting healthy relationships. She openly shares this journey in order to help other women who are going through...

Today’s episode is with Nina Boyce, a Certified Fertility Awareness Educator, Hormone Coach, and Reiki Practitioner. She also has an amazing podcast, called the healing hormones podcast, which I definitely recommend checking out. This episode is full of such important information, Nina shares with us everything you need to know about hormones, birth control, fertility and more. Some of the conversation we dive into include transitioning off the birth control pill, the fertility awareness...

In this episode I am joined by Rochelle Stern, the founder of West Coast Mint, a high quality D-Mannose supplement line created for bladder support and wellness. Rochelle shares her own journey with healing chronic UTI's and Interstitial Cystitis, and how her experiences led her to launch this company and partner with some of the other top supplement brands in order to help individuals with bladder wellness, inflammation, immune support and more. To receive 15% off your order on any...

In this episode I am joined by Dr. Jill Blakeway, a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, a licensed and board-certified acupuncturist, and a clinical herbalist. Jill founded the Yinova Center in 1999 and currently acts as Clinic Director alongside her husband, Noah Rubinstein. As a practitioner, she is known for her intuitive approach to Chinese medicine and particularly for her skills as an acupuncturist and energy healer. Some of the things we discuss are her story with...

In this episode I am joined by Dr. Zenovia, an Internationally distinguished board-certified Dermatologist and hormonal skin expert. She is committed to researching and developing innovative methods to combat leading skin issues from a 360 holistic perspective, including hormonal balance for healthier skin at every stage of life. Dr. Zenovia is the Founder and Head Dermatologist of ZENA Medical in Newport Beach, CA where she is highly sought-after amongst her high-profile clientele for her...

Today's episode is with a dear friend of mine and the most incredible Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Lauren Koffler. Lauren is based in New York City and has extensive experience counseling adults with health concerns ranging from eating disorders, to hypertension, diabetes and much more. Her background is in clinical nutrition, and her counseling approach emphasizes eating intuitively, while taking her clients’ specific health needs into account. With her clients, Lauren cultivates...

On this episode I am joined by Dr. Shahin Ghadir, a founding partner of the Southern California Reproductive Center. He is board-certified in both Obstetrics and Gynecology as well as Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. In this episode we discuss fertility, IVF, egg freezing and myths about conception. Contact Dr. Ghadir: instagram: @drshahinghadir facebook: @drshahinghadir youtube: The Fertility Talk ________ Follow The V Hive: INSTAGRAM - @thevhive TWITTER -...

In this episode I am joined by Tinamarie Clark, a mother, model, author, and creator of the Shift Stirrer Method. By guiding women through the method, she facilitates breakthroughs for those who want to shift their perception and move through life with greater ease. Contact Tinamarie: instagram: @tinamarieclark website: www.shiftstirrer.com ________ Follow The V Hive: INSTAGRAM - @thevhive TWITTER - @thevhive_ FACEBOOK - @thevhivemedia WEBSITE - www.thevhive.com