Nurse Practitioners Support Women in Healthcare Decision Making

When in doubt about any women’s health issue, consult a professional. Want to ask a probing question about healthy sex and sexuality? Do you know the best way to approach weight loss and nutrition? Have an embarrassing bowel control problem? No matter how sensitive your questions and issues are, a nurse practitioner can help.


Nurse practitioners can often provide the same health care services as doctors. Because NPs are focused on prevention and education, they can provide insight to help you become an advocate of your own health and wellness.

The National Association for Nurse Practitioners in Women's Health is a great place to start. Recognizing women as the primary health care decision makers, NPWH is a credible source of information for any woman regarding her physical, emotional and spiritual needs.

Join Susan Wysocki, RN, NP, FAANP, and CEO of the National Association for Nurse Practitioners in Women's Health on the April 11th RealWomen on Health! internet radio show and ask your questions so we can support you in becoming your own best health and wellness advocate.

Hot Hints from Women's Health Advocates and Educators

Speaking of increased sex drive, there are many factors that affect sexual desire during midlife and beyond. Since libido is greatly influenced by hormones, it’s no wonder that many of us complain of higher or lower than usual sex drive during perimenopause and menopause. Karen Giblin of Red Hot Mamas has some powerful advice for your sexual character. (Don’t know what that means exactly? Tune in to our April 11th internet-based radio show to find out.)

The key to a healthy sex life as we age is understanding what to expect and know that many sexual problems are very treatable. And as we age, stress increases. We experience decreased energy, weight gain and sleeping problems. Little things that never seemed to bother us all of a sudden take a toll on our mental health. In our modern world of constant anxiety, doesn’t it make you feel better to know that sex is a very powerful stress reliever?

So you’re not a spring chicken anymore? You can still sizzle at any age. It’s all about attitude … and knowledge! Karen Giblin knows all about menopause and sexuality—the why’s, the how’s and the can do’s. After all, she’s the founder and President of Red Hot Mamas!

To dig deeper into the issues that affect your life, join Susan Wysocki, CEO, NPWH together with Karen Giblin and Missy Lavender, and gain the knowledge yand support you need to be your own best health and wellness advocate , join us on April 11th at 9:30 am Eastern Standard Time

Join Our April 11th On-line Radio Show: Feeling Sexy at any Age (yes, mid-life!)

Want a flatter tummy, control over your bladder and increased sex drive?

It sounds too good to be true but it really is possible!. Think power center...it’s all related to your pelvis. According to Missy Lavender, founder of the Women’s Health Foundation, the pelvis is “the very core of your body.” The intricate system of muscles, tissues and nerves keeps your pelvic organs in place, bears the weight of childbirth and includes the primary muscles engaged during sex. With that kind of workload, your pelvis needs to be strong and healthy. Heard of kegels? That’s just the tip of the pyramid.

Women’s Health Foundation focuses on bladder issues that keep women from enjoying life. Have you ever scheduled your day around toilet location? Incontinence can affect your self-esteem and, as a result, your sex life and your self-esteem (after all, they’re connected!).

Thankfully, incontinence can be prevented in approximately 80% of people who suffer. Let Missy Lavender introduce you to your levator ani muscles to get fit, get sexy and stay in control! No matter what your age, if you have bladder control problems, the Women’s Health Foundation can help.

Join our health salon, and on-line radio show on Saturday, April 11th at 9:30 am EST and hear how Missy Lavender and the Women's Health Foundation can help you get fit, sexy and in control!