• Special announcement of V.&Me Vaginismus Let's name it not shame it
    Aug 31 2024

    A short announcement from your host Audrey Cairo about the upcoming coaching programme.

    Find more information on

    https://www.audreycairo.com/vandme or keep an upcoming short workshops on
    https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/vme-lets-name-it-not-shame-it-tickets-139455778989

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    2 mins
  • Vaginismus – Strong foundation and why pelvic health matters – in conversation with Clare Bourne, Pelvic Health Physiotherapist
    Aug 9 2024

    Join V.&Me in conversation with the experienced Pelvic Health Physiotherapist Clare Bourne.

    With a real passion to break down barriers Clare supports both women and men throughout on their pelvic health journey.

    With her wealth of knowledge we discuss the importance of our pelvic floor in relation to vaginismus, the do's and don'ts with dilating and her book ‘Strong Foundations.’

    If there is one episode you need to hear then it's this one! So please make yourself comfortable (or take us with you out for your walk) and join Clare and I while we discuss all things related to vaginismus and our pelvic floor.

    ** mentioned in the podcast
    https://www.clare-bourne.com/
    (Find her book through her website)

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    46 mins
  • Vaginismus - Closing the information gap - in conversation with Kate Moyle, Psychosexual & Relationship Therapist
    May 31 2024

    Join V.&Me in conversation with the experienced Psychosexual & relationship therapist Kate Moyle. With over 10 years working in the field of Psychosexual Therapy and Sexual Wellness, talking about vaginismus is a big part of Kate's job.

    With her wealth of knowledge we discuss many great topics such as dating and relationships with vaginismus, to what to expect when seeing a psychosexual therapist, her book ' The Science of Sex,' and much more.

    So please make yourself comfortable (or take us with you out for your walk) and join Kate and I while we discuss all things related to vaginismus and more.

    ** mentioned in the podcast
    www.katemoyle.co.uk
    Book - the Science of Sex - https://www.katemoyle.co.uk/book
    Podcast - The Sexual Wellness podcast - https://www.katemoyle.co.uk/podcast

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Vaginismus - Normalizing the conversation - In talks with Dr. Sesay
    May 10 2024

    Join V.&Me in conversation with Dr. Aziza Sesay.

    As our doctors or general practitioners (GP's) are our first point of contact for any medical conditions, Dr. Sesay knows as no other the importance of her role. With a passion to inform and support, she runs a platform called 'Talks with Dr. Sesay' sharing health information about common conditions on a variety conditions specifically in womens health.

    In this episode we have an open and honest discussion about her own experience and her findings as a GP, and gives helpful tips of how to best prepare when seeing a health professional.

    So please make yourself comfortable (or take us out for a walk), and join Dr. Aziza Sesay and I while we reflect and get real about vaginismus and much more.

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    **mentioned in the podcast

    Talks with Dr. Sesay - https://www.talkswithdrsesay.com/
    College of Sexual and Relationship Therapists - https://www.cosrt.org.uk/
    Institute of Psychosexual Medicine - https://www.ipm.org.uk/







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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Vaginismus - Seeking help and your sense of self - In conversation with Rashmi Pithavadian, Health Researcher
    Apr 26 2024

    Join V.&Me in conversation with Rashmi Pithavadian.

    As a Health Sociologist and Health researcher, Rashmi has a real passion to support others to find the help they need. Wanting to address a gap within the field, she made vaginismus her specialist area and dedicated her MRes and PhD researching vaginismus and help seeking.

    In this episode we discuss her findings on vaginismus, help seeking and the relationship to the sense of self.

    So please make yourself comfortable (or take us out on your walk) and join Rashmi and I while we are curious and reflect on all things related to vaginismus and finding support.

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    **mentioned in the podcast

    Links to vaginismus related articles:

    Pithavadian, R., Dune, T. & Chalmers, J. (2024). Patients’ recommendations to improve help-seeking for vaginismus: a qualitative study. BMC Women's Health, 24(203). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12905-024-03026-x

    Pithavadian, R., Chalmers, J., & Dune, T. (2023). The experiences of women seeking help for vaginismus and its impact on their sense of self: An integrative review. Women’s Health, 19. https://doi.org/10.1177/17455057231199383

    Link to Rashmi’s website coming soon



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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Your Pelvic Floor - in conversation with Kim Vopni
    Apr 12 2024

    Join V.&Me in conversation with Kim Vopni. With a real passion for all topics related to our pelvic health, Kim is a women's health educator, author, and fitness professional better known as 'The Vagina Coach.'

    As the pelvic floor is a set of muscles we shouldn't take for granted, in this episode we make a start to get to know the important part it plays in our health.

    So please make yourself comfortable (or take us with you while doing your chores) and join Kim and I while we are curious and reflect on all things related to our V's and our pelvic floor.

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    **mentioned in the podcast

    www.vaginacoach.com
    Social media Kim Vopni - @vaginacoach
    Book: Your Pelvic Floor (https://www.vaginacoach.com/books)

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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • Vaginismus - My protector
    Mar 6 2022

    Join V.&Me in conversation with the brave Georgina.
    Suffering from PTSD after an abusive relationship, vaginismus took on a different meaning but the pandemic allowed Georgina to stand still and learn of how to put herself first again.

    In this episode Georgina takes the courageous step to share her story after years of living in fear of what might happen when she would open up.

    So hear her story and join us for another open and honest conversation about vaginismus and more.

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    **mentioned in the podcast

    CBT - https://www.apa.org/ptsd-guideline/patients-and-families/cognitive-behavioral or https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/talking-therapies-medicine-treatments/talking-therapies-and-counselling/cognitive-behavioural-therapy-cbt/overview/
    V.&Me Group Coaching - https://www.audreycairo.com/vandme





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    53 mins
  • Vaginismus - Restoring faith in V.
    Dec 13 2021

    Join V.&Me for the last conversation of the year where we will hear a story of perseverance.

    From not being able to normally wear jeans due to vulvodynia or from having a fear of getting it wrong through her religion, the relationship between my guest and her V. had already started on the wrong foot.

    In this episode we will hear a story of bravery and strength of how she dared to create new boundaries for herself, her faith and her V.

    So make yourself comfortable and join us in another wonderful chat about vaginismus and more.

    **mentioned in podcast

    https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/vulvodynia/ https://www.jodivine.com/blogs/sexual-health/how-to-treat-vaginismus
    https://www.audreycairo.com/vandme
    https://www.shushlife.com/courses/
    https://www.thevaginismusnetwork.com/

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    1 hr and 23 mins