The Private Parts of Wellness

Jessica Jolie B. the NP
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Welcome to The Private Parts of Wellness, where we embrace the messy, imperfect journey of life. Finding balance isn’t about perfection; it’s about showing up, making choices, and accepting the beauty and chaos along the way. No pressure, no perfection— We’ll dive into everything from sex, hormones, aging, science, and a bit of the "woo woo". With a double board-certified family nurse practitioner and certified menopause provider. Heads up—She curses, so this podcast may not be suitable for the office or a carpool with kids. Life is messy, and that’s where the magic happens.

  1. 09/08/2025

    Ozempic Vulvas and Mom Jeans: What Weight Really Means

    Join Jessica Jolie, a family nurse practitioner and certified menopause provider, as she delves into the complex topics of body image, wellness, and societal expectations. In this candid episode, Jessica shares her personal journey and insights on menopause, weight, and the importance of embracing our bodies as they are. Discover the science behind body changes and the impact of cultural perceptions on our health. Key Topics: The politics of desirability and body image Personal stories of body transformation and acceptance The role of hormones in aging and wellness Challenging societal norms around weight and health Contact: For more insights and to join Jessica's newsletter email her at Jessica@PPWFNP.com. Hashtags: #BodyImage #Wellness #Menopause #HealthJourney Here's an old blog post on BDSM Rate, review, and share your thoughts on this episode. Let us know what topics you'd like to hear more about! References: Quetelet A. Sur l'homme et le développement de ses facultés (1835). BMI origins. Ashwell M, Gibson S. Waist-to-height ratio better predictor than BMI. BMJ Open 2016;6:e010159. Kelly DM, Jones TH. Testosterone and metabolism. J Endocrinol 2013;217(3):R25–45. Santosa S, Jensen MD. Body fat distribution & hormones. Am J Physiol Endocrinol Metab 2008;295:E531–5. Wildman RP et al. “Metabolically healthy obesity.” Arch Intern Med 2008;168(15):1617–24. Ruderman NB et al. “Metabolically obese normal weight.” Diabetes 1998;47(5):699–713. MyVagina.com. Ozempic, Wegovy, Semaglutide in the Vagina: Gynecologists Reveal Ozempic’s Unexpected Effects on Your Vagina. (online article). Gada, Farouk, Mohamed, Salih. Tirzepatide Effect on Sexual Function in Women: Case Report. Clinical Medicine Insights: Case Reports. Sage Publishing. Abu Dhabi. Clinical commentary: Gynecologists on Ozempic’s vaginal side effects (“Ozempic vulva”) – reports of rapid subcutaneous fat loss affecting genital tissues.

    40 min
  2. # 57 - The Gut Knows: Trauma, Surgery, and the Strange Path to Healing

    07/08/2025

    # 57 - The Gut Knows: Trauma, Surgery, and the Strange Path to Healing

    In this episode of the Private Parts of Wellness podcast, Jessica Jolie discusses the complex interplay between surgery, emotional well-being, and women's health. She explores how major surgeries can impact intimacy and emotional health, the gut-brain connection, the role of hormones in recovery, and the significance of understanding the polyvagal theory. The conversation emphasizes the importance of addressing both emotional and physical pain, particularly in relation to heart health, and offers practical steps for healing and support. TAKE THE SEXUALITY & THE HOSPITALIZED PATIENT SURVEY Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Healing After Surgery 02:39 The Impact of Surgery on Intimacy and Connection 04:54 Understanding the Gut-Brain Connection 07:22 The Role of Hormones in Recovery 09:51 Exploring the Polyvagal Theory 11:58 Emotional Pain and Its Physical Manifestations 14:12 The Heart's Role in Women's Health 16:24 Addressing Cardiac Depression 18:52 Personal Reflections on Hormone Therapy 20:44 Healing the Triangle: Heart, Gut, and Hormones 22:42 Practical Steps for Recovery 24:59 Conclusion and Call to Action References: ACEs and IBS (2022 Study)“Adverse Childhood Experiences and Their Effect on Irritable Bowel Syndrome”https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9270910/ Polyvagal Theory – Deb Dana and Stephen Porges Official resources and practitioner tools: https://www.rhythmofregulation.com/ Scientific overview: Porges, S. (2011). The Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological Foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, Self-regulation Takotsubo Syndrome (Broken Heart Syndrome)Mayo Clinic overview:https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/broken-heart-syndrome Tylenol and Emotional Pain – NYT Article“Can Tylenol Heal a Broken Heart?”https://www.nytimes.com/2016/06/05/fashion/breakups-rejection-neuroscience.html Women and Heart Disease – Cleveland Clinichttps://health.clevelandclinic.org/5-things-women-should-know-about-heart-disease CDC – ACEs Study Overviewhttps://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/aces/index.html Estrobolome and Hormone-Gut Axis Article on estrogen metabolism and the microbiome:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5541407/ More functional medicine perspective: https://www.ifm.org/news-insights/the-estrobolome/ SpeakPipe – Leave a Voice Message for the Podcasthttps://www.speakpipe.com/privatepartsofwellness Books Mentioned The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk Healing Sex by Staci Haines Come As You Are by Emily Nagoski

    29 min

  3. 06/29/2025

    4 things I was curious about: GLP1s; HRT over 65; Cocoa & 🍄

    Episode #56 I thought I would talk about stuff I am curious about when it comes to sex, aging, health, and of course menopause. Have something you are curious about? Email me at jessica@ppwfnp.com Leave me a voice message. Keywords: menopause, GLP-1, hormone replacement therapy, health, aging, psilocybin, quality of life, women's health, obesity, mental health Chapters 00:00 Introduction to PPW 00:01 Exploring GLP-1 Medications 06:16 Hormone Replacement Therapy and GLP-1s 16:19 Menopause and Aging Beyond 65 23:38 The Role of Psilocybin in Mental Health 28:50 Cocoa and Heart Health 32:47 Conclusion and Final Thoughts References: Baik, S. H., Baye, F., & McDonald, C. J. (2024). Use of menopausal hormone therapy beyond age 65 years and its effects on women’s health outcomes by types, routes, and doses. Menopause the Journal of the North American Menopause Society, 31(5), 363–371. https://doi.org/10.1097/gme.0000000000002335 Brooks, M. (2025, June 19). One psilocybin dose eases cancer depression over long term. Medscape. https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/one-psilocybin-dose-eases-cancer-depression-over-long-term-2025a1000gd9 Office, B. (2025, April 16). NEW BMS Tool for Clinicians – Use of incretin-based therapies in women using HRT. British Menopause Society. https://thebms.org.uk/2025/04/new-bms-tool-for-clinicians-use-of-incretin-based-therapies-in-women-using-hrt/ Sesso, H. D., Manson, J. E., Aragaki, A. K., Rist, P. M., Johnson, L. G., Friedenberg, G., Copeland, T., Clar, A., Mora, S., Moorthy, M. V., Sarkissian, A., Carrick, W. R., & Anderson, G. L. (2022). Effect of cocoa flavanol supplementation for the prevention of cardiovascular disease events: the Cocoa Supplement and Multivitamin Outcomes Study (COSMOS) randomized clinical trial. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 115(6), 1490–1500. https://doi.org/10.1093/ajcn/nqac055

    36 min
  4. Biracial in the Time of Hot Flashes: Inside the Venn Diagram of Race, Rage, and Hormones

    06/19/2025

    Biracial in the Time of Hot Flashes: Inside the Venn Diagram of Race, Rage, and Hormones

    In this Loving Day / Juneteenth / Pride special, host Jessica opens up in a powerful “get to know me” episode that weaves personal history with cultural legacy. From being born into the aftermath of Loving v. Virginia to navigating Gen X skepticism, hot flashes at 43, and queer liberation, this is a story of radical knowing, embodied identity, and unapologetic truth. Jessica shares how her own hormonal journey—rooted in race, gender, and resistance—informs the way she practices as a menopause specialist, nurse practitioner, and host of Radical Pause Salons. This episode is not just about where she comes from. It’s about what your body remembers—and what kind of care we all deserve as we age. Whether you're in menopause, on the cusp, or still learning the language of your body—this one’s for you. 🎤 Leave a voice note: speakpipe.com/privatepartsofwellness 📸 Instagram: @privatepartsofwellness 🌐 Website: privatepartsofwellness.com 🔗 Links Mentioned

    23 min

  5. 06/09/2025

    💋The Sweet, the Salty, and the Sexy: A Tastebud Tell-All

    The Menopause Brain Witches, Midwives, and Nurses

    22 min

  6. 05/25/2025

    Episode 4: Sniff Me Like You Mean It: Scent, Sex, and the Midlife Mind

    In this sultry episode of The Private Parts of Wellness, Jessica Badonsky unpacks the steamy science of scent, sex, and memory—and why your body odor might be telling more of your story than you think. From the hormonal cocktail that drives attraction to the way birth control messes with your nose (and your lovers), we’re diving deep into why smell is the most intimate of the senses. Expect personal confessions, science-backed bombshells, and a few grounding tricks to help you sniff out what’s real. You’ll learn: Practical advice for reconnecting with our sense of smell through grounding practices.Why midlife hormones make you smell (and want) differentlyHow birth control changed who you were drawn to What scent has to do with orgasms, intimacy, and identity How to retrain your sense of smell (and your sex life) Warning: May cause sudden flashbacks to your ex’s t-shirt.

    25 min

  7. 05/11/2025 · BONUS

    Mother’s Day: Letters, Lovers, Getting Tied Up, and a Little Oracle Magic

    Mother’s Day is weird. There, I said it. It’s one of those days that feels like it should be a celebration but somehow ends up being a chore—or worse, a guilt trip. In this episode, we’re not doing the cookie-cutter, Hallmark version. Instead, we’re digging into the weird, messy reality of this day: the history that went sideways, why some women are signing up for Ashley Madison the day after, and why getting tied up in Yugoslavia actually makes a lot of sense. Plus, I’ll share why I always ask for one thing on Mother’s Day—a letter—and why this year, I’m finally going to write one to my own mom. Oh, and there’s an oracle card reading to help you mother yourself—because sometimes you need more than brunch and carnations. Let’s be honest: You’re more than just what your uterus popped out. Sometimes Mother’s Day is about reclaiming yourself—cunt-warm, messy, fierce—and making space for what you actually need. 0:00 – 1:00: Kicking off with why Mother’s Day feels like a weird mix of love, guilt, and obligatory brunches. 1:00 – 2:30: The OG Mother’s Day story: Anna Jarvis just wanted a day to honor her badass mom, but instead got stuck with a Hallmark holiday from hell. (Spoiler: she hated what it became.) 2:30 – 4:00: Wild traditions: In parts of the former Yugoslavia, kids tie up their moms until they pay ransom in treats. Honestly, it makes more sense than breakfast in bed. 4:00 – 5:30: Fun fact: The day after Mother’s Day is prime time for women signing up on Ashley Madison. Turns out the whole “let’s celebrate mom” thing sometimes leaves women wondering, “Is this it?” 5:30 – 7:00: How to feel seen and loved without pretending you adore getting flowers you bought yourself. Plus, why writing a letter to yourself (or your mom) might just be the real gift. 7:00 – 8:30: Oracle card time—because nothing says self-care like pulling a card and asking, “What the hell do I actually want?” Mother’s Day isn’t just about what your uterus produced. Sometimes it’s about what your brain and heart need. 8:30 – 10:00: Closing thoughts: Why this day can be both annoying and meaningful, and why it’s okay to skip the whole thing if it feels like a chore. Also, maybe call your mom—or write her a letter. That’s what I’m doing this year. Join us on Discord MenopauseAnarchy leave a rating and review wherever you find this podcast.

    14 min

  8. 05/06/2025

    Episode 3: The Sound of Sex and Everything That Annoys You

    Episode 3: The Sound of Sex and Everything That Annoys You Why does his voice melt you one day and make your skin crawl the next? In this episode, we tune into the strange, sexy, and maddening world of hearing, hormones, and midlife brain chemistry. From praise kink to misophonia, from the music that turns you on to the chewing sounds that send you into a silent rage — we cover it all. We’ll talk about how estrogen, testosterone, and oxytocin shape what we hear and how we feel. You'll get science, stories, and some saucy truth bombs about aging ears, buzzy brains, and why your partner’s playlist suddenly sucks. Plus: how your sense of sound fits into the 5-4-3-2-1 Radical Pause practice — and what it means for your mental health, sex life, and sanity. Chapters 00:00 Welcome to the Chaos of Midlife 01:28 Exploring Hormonal Influences on Hearing 09:21 The Role of Oxytocin and Sound in Connection 12:44 The Power of Sound and Audio Erotica 16:23 Understanding Auditory Trauma and Overload 20:38 Hearing Loss and Health Equity 23:35 Supplements for Hearing Health 27:13 Personal Experiences with Hearing Changes 30:28 Grounding Through Sound and Silence 35:07 The Importance of Connection and Safety in Sound Bonus Oxy Rush Episode

    26 min
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Welcome to The Private Parts of Wellness, where we embrace the messy, imperfect journey of life. Finding balance isn’t about perfection; it’s about showing up, making choices, and accepting the beauty and chaos along the way. No pressure, no perfection— We’ll dive into everything from sex, hormones, aging, science, and a bit of the "woo woo". With a double board-certified family nurse practitioner and certified menopause provider. Heads up—She curses, so this podcast may not be suitable for the office or a carpool with kids. Life is messy, and that’s where the magic happens.

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  • Creator
    Jessica Jolie B. the NP
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    58
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Jessica Jolie B. the NP
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    The Private Parts of Wellness