Viva La Vulva LA

Cara Quant

Empowering Sexual Health Through Art

  1. 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
  2. 04/15/2024

    The Benefits Of Vaginal Steaming, Sex Magic and the Power of the Menstrual Cycle feat Peta Vaughan and Yoni Steam Practictioner, Jenisa Jackson

    Join us for a special Viva La Vulva LA and Vybez Entertainment collaboration with hosts Dr. Cara Quant and Peta Vaughan, featuring Yoni Steam Practitioner, Jenisa Jackson. In this special episode, Jenisa shares with us the healing properties of Vaginal Steaming also known as Yoni Steaming, a little about that Sex Magic, and how women can alchemize their own period blood to manifest their deepest desires. Prepare to be captivated by the enchanting alchemy of menstrual blood and its profound connection to our inner essence! 🩸✨ From manifestation to empowerment, discover the magic that lies within the womb. 🌸💫 Intrigued? Click the link to watch the full episode and delve deeper into the wonders of feminine energy! Steam friendly doctors  Dr. Laurena White @theeudaimoniacenter (has Steam Facilitator on staff to offer in-house steaming to clients)https://www.laurenawhite.com Dr. Morgan West @drwestobgyn (refers out to steam practitioner @rootedearth_apothecary )www.lighthousebirthphx.com/the-collective/morgan-west Dr. Nathan Riley @nathanrileyobgyn (Refers clients to www.steamychick.com for steam resources. Offers supervision ) Dr. Gowri Motha @gentlebirthmethod (recommends family members or doulas learn to steam in-home during postpartum )www.gentlebirthmethod.com Dr. Tosha Rogers @blackdocruth (offers in-house steaming and recommends it to all clients for maintenance) Dr. Divyaram @happiervaginas (training to learn more about vaginal steaming) Dr. Jennifer Yang @drjenniferyang (defends that steam-users should steam if they feel they are benefiting) Dr. Eden Fromberg @dredenfromberg (recommends steaming to clients) Dr. Stephanie Rose Yan (MD and surgeon – recommends steaming for rectum and prolapse issues)www.islandfamilysurgeon.com

    1h 12m

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