Viva La Vulva LA

Cara Quant

Empowering Sexual Health Through Art

  1. 2D AGO

    FemTech Revolution: The future of women's health is here! ft Lily Wang from MedAmour

    Follow Me Social Media:-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vivalavulvalaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/vivalavulvalaWebsite: https://www.vivalavulvala.org/ Join Dr. Cara Quant in this dynamic episode of the Viva La Vulva Podcast as she welcomes Lily Wang, the CEOwner of MedAmour. Together, they delve into the burgeoning world of FemTech, exploring its profound impact on women's health and wellness. From its definition as technology designed for female health to examining the significant issues of the gender health gap, this episode highlights how FemTech is reshaping our understanding of women’s health. With a projected market value soaring between $60 billion and $1 trillion by 2030, Dr. Cara and Lily will sift through the innovations that are breaking taboos and empowering women with tools for better health management.In the second half of the episode, Lily shares her insights on MedAmour's approach to curating intimate wellness products that cater to diverse needs. Listeners will discover how products like the We-Vibe Jive 2 and We-Vibe Bloom are at the forefront of enhancing sexual wellness, providing users with innovative options for pleasure and health. This conversation not only celebrates the journey of FemTech but also SexTech and offers practical insights into the future of women's wellness that challenge societal norms and promote a healthier dialogue around intimacy. Tune in to explore how these advancements are revolutionizing the landscape for women everywhere!

    40 min
  2. 11/11/2025

    Two Moms, One Dream: Real Talk About IUI, IVF from the Queer Lens

    In this heartfelt episode of Viva La Vulva, Dr. Cara Quant welcomes her wife and a queer couple who are close friends to share their deeply personal journeys through assisted reproductive technology. The conversation opens up the often-hidden world of intrauterine insemination (IUI) and in-vitro fertilization (IVF) for LGBTQ+ families, exploring the unique challenges and considerations that come with building a family when conception requires medical intervention. The guests candidly discuss the process of selecting a sperm donor—from deciding between known and anonymous donors to scrolling through profiles that reduce potential genetic contributors to a list of characteristics, medical histories, and childhood photos. They share the surreal experience of making such an intimate choice through what can feel like an oddly transactional process, while also discussing how they navigated conversations about genetic connection, identity, and what they hoped to pass on to their future children. The episode doesn't shy away from the practical realities that make family-building through IUI and IVF particularly challenging for queer couples. The group discusses the staggering financial burden of these procedures, which are often not covered by insurance and can quickly climb into the tens of thousands of dollars, creating barriers that make parenthood inaccessible for many LGBTQ+ individuals and couples. Beyond the financial stress, they open up about the emotional rollercoaster—the hope that builds with each cycle, the grief that comes with negative pregnancy tests, the toll that hormone treatments take on the body, and the strain that the process can place on relationships. Dr. Quant brings her medical expertise to help contextualize the physical aspects of treatment while her guests provide the raw, lived experience, creating a conversation that's both informative and deeply human. The episode ultimately celebrates the resilience, love, and determination that drive people through this challenging journey toward parenthood. Resources: Follow Viva La Vulva and Dr. Cara on IG: @vivalavulvala and @drcaraquant Follow guests: Eli Dominguez-Quant: @eli_dom OT Bremond: @theeyogashawtee Dr. Diandra "Dee" Bremond: @mlkofthenewday

    1h 12m

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4.9
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