The Muslim Sex Podcast

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Breaking Stigma: Emotional Health and Family Wellness w/ Dr. Wendy Schofer Aug 01, 2025

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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf is joined by Dr. Wendy Schofer for a discussion on everything you need to know about stigmas. Dr. Schofer is a pediatrician, a former Navy captain, and a lifestyle physician and during this conversation, she shares her expertise on a litany of topics, including weight stigma, sex stigma, and how generational stigma can affect how we raise our children. Not only does this episode dive into the stigmas surrounding sexual health, but Dr. Sadaf and Dr. Schofer also get into the weeds on body image issues, diet culture and how we are stigmatized about weight from a young age. Learn all about these issues and how we might want to approach them at their root in order to break unhealthy generational patterns.

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.

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Gynecology, Agency, and Self-Care with Dr. Mary Ojo-Carons Jul 25, 2025

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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf welcomes Dr. Mary Ojo-Carons for a discussion on everything you need to know about gynecology, agency, and sexual health. Dr. Ojo-Carons is a Cosmetic Gynecological Surgeon and during this conversation, she and Dr. Sadaf share their expertise on various sexual health issues regarding physical and mental well-being. Tune in as they dive into topics such as then history of stigmas and shame surrounding women's sexual health, the importance of sexual health agency, how we've "normalized" pain, and so much more!

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Essential Vulvar Health: Desquamative Inflammatory Vaginitis Jul 18, 2025

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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf continues her essential deep dive into vulvar health issues with a focused look at Desquamative Inflammatory Vaginitis (DIV). Learn all about this rare, yet profoundly impactful chronic inflammatory condition, often misdiagnosed as common infections like yeast or bacterial vaginosis. Dr. Sadaf goes over everything DIV, from the debilitating symptoms, its association with erosive lichen planus and the significant havoc it wreaks on patients' lives and self-esteem. This close look at DIV also includes an explanation of how it is diagnosed and what treatments are used in an effort to eventually restore comfort, hope, and a return to intimacy!

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Essential Vulvar Health: Understanding Lichen Planus Jul 11, 2025

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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf continues her focus on essential vulvar health diving into everything you need to know about lichen planus. With this close look at lichen planus, Dr. Sadaf demystifies this often-misunderstood autoimmune skin condition affecting the vulva, vagina, and other mucous membranes. Also, hear a detailed case study Dr. Sadaf experienced with a patient of hers as she highlights what happened from the identifying of the complex symptoms of lichen planus, diagnosing the condition, and then treating it with a multi-faceted approach. This is another jam packed episode with crucial insights, anecdotes, and information on the essentials of vulvar, vaginal, and sexual health!

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Midlife Nutrition Webinar: Dispelling Dietary Myths with Toby Amidor, MS, RD, CDN, FAND Jul 04, 2025

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On this episode taken from a special live webinar, Dr. Sadaf speaks with Toby Amidor, a best-selling cookbook author, spokesperson, speaker, and recipe developer, to discuss everything you need to know about midlife nutrition. From the top of the menu to the bottom, Toby lends her expertise on common myths on what we can eat, what we should eat, and what affects our dietary choices have during perimenopause and menopause. In this webinar, Dr. Sadaf and Toby go over common myths surrounding ultra-processed foods, supplements, and dietary restrictions, while also discussing optimal protein intake for muscle mass, essential nutrients for bone health, and so much more!

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Essential Vulvar Health: Understanding Lichen Sclerosis Jun 27, 2025

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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf sits down for a special focus on the autoimmune-driven chronic inflammatory condition known as lichen sclerosis. Dr. Sadaf shares some insightful anecdotes on how she has encountered this problematic condition for the vulva as a practitioner. Get a break down of all the common symptoms: pain, itching, burning, and scarring of the genital skin, plus Dr. Sadaf discusses, in detail, how lichen sclerosis is diagnosed, managed, and treated.

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The Doctor Down Below: Unreal Urology Stories and Pelvic Health with Dr. Fenwa Milhouse Jun 20, 2025

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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf welcomes Dr. Fenwa Milhouse, a Chicago-based urologist, to discuss everything you need to know about urology and pelvic health. Dr. Milhouse shares some amazing stories and her expertise to give insight on common female urological complaints a litany of male sexual dysfunction issues she often helps her patients manage. In addition to a ton of facts, stories, and information you may not know about the unbelievably awesome world of urology, Dr. Milhouse shares her own journey, from what inspired her to become a urologist, to how she ended up landing her own TV show on TLC.

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Midlife Marvels: Navigating Women's Health & Sexual Wellness with Dr. Tina Sogocio Jun 13, 2025

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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf welcomes Dr. Tina Sogocio to the show for a discussion on everything you need to know about midlife women's health and sexual wellness! Dr. Sogocio is an ObGyn specializing in midlife women's health and menopause, and during this dive into the magical moments of midlife, she shares her expertise to highlight the critical need for improved women's healthcare. When it comes to midlife women's health, Dr. Sadaf and Dr. Sogocio get into everything from perimenopause symptoms, to sexual health, to the importance of patient advocacy and breaking down taboos surrounding female anatomy and intimacy. Discover how both doctors, motivated by their personal experiences and a shared passion for empowering women, are working to educate and support women across all stages of life, ensuring they feel heard and receive comprehensive care for concerns like decreased libido, sexual pain, and overall well-being.

Get more from Dr. Tina Sogocio by visiting her website at www.mocimerced.com.

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Navigating Perimenopause & Menopause as a Southeast Asian Woman Jun 06, 2025

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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf sits down for a focused look at some recent studies and data that gives us some insightful information on the unique health disparities women of Southeast Asian descent can face. Find out how and why Southeast Asian women faced with unique hurdles when it comes to perimenopause and menopause and what precautions, steps, and best practices can be taken to combat the increased risks for cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, osteoporosis, and urinary incontinence. This episode focuses on studies related to women of Southeast Asian descent, but even if you are not Southeast Asian, or even a women, you will gain valuable insights into the impact of genetics and epigenetics during this discussion. Also, Dr. Sadaf goes over the various actionable lifestyle changes, like diet and exercise, to mitigate risks as we continue to advocate for culturally competent women's health care.

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Beyond Boredom: Intimacy, Shame, & Pleasure with Dr. Nazanin Moali May 30, 2025

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On this episode, Dr. Sadaf welcomes Dr. Nazanin Moali back to the show, to discuss everything you need to know about keeping the flames of intimacy ignited! Dr. Moali shares her expertise as a clinical psychologist and certified sex therapist, as well as her perspective coming from a conservative upbringing, to highlight the power of sex positivity, overcoming shame, and combating common challenges to relationships in the bedroom. This conversation will give you insight into concepts such as "simmering," tackling sexual boredom, and empowerment through self-discovery. This is a must-listen conversation that dives into a plethora of practical tips for those struggling with having conversations about pleasure and intimacy with their partner.

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