The Muslim Sex Podcast

Dr. Sadaf Lodhi
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Dr. Sadaf Lodhi, American Board Certified OB/GYN is talking sex, intimacy, pregnancy, menopause, and everything in between. This podcast is not just for Muslims, but for anyone that is interested in women’s health. No shame, no judgment, and no topic is taboo. This is The Muslim Sex Podcast. Disclaimer: Anything discussed on the show should not be taken as official medical advice. If you have any concerns about your health, please speak to your medical provider. If you have any questions about your religion, please ask your friendly neighborhood religious leader. It’s the Muslim Sex Podcast because I just happen to be a Muslim woman who talks about sex. To learn more about Dr. Sadaf’s practice and to become a patient visit www.femmeviehealth.com. Email Dr. Sadaf's practice at hello@femmeviehealth.com Follow on Social Media: Facebook - @DrSadafobgyn Instagram - @DrSadafobgyn TikTok - @DrSadafobgyn

  1. 6h ago

    Painful Sex Postpartum: Dilators, Pelvic Therapy, and the Science of Healing

    On this episode, the final installment of our postpartum sexual health series, Dr. Sadaf examines everything you need to know about painful sex after childbirth. Find out about the primary drivers of delayed intimacy and painful sex postpartum, as Dr. Sadaf debunks the myth that C-sections protect long term sexual function. Also, learn how perineal tears and episiotomies impact recovery. This episode also features a look at the science of genitourinary syndrome of lactation as well as the critical role of pelvic floor physical therapy, vaginal dilators, and cognitive behavioral therapy. Tune in as we bring this series on postpartum sexual health to a close by empowering mothers to seek multidisciplinary care rather than suffering in silence! Disclaimer: Anything discussed on the show should not be taken as official medical advice. If you have any concerns about your health, please speak to your medical provider. If you have any questions about your religion, please ask your friendly neighborhood religious leader. It’s the Muslim Sex Podcast because I just happen to be a Muslim woman who talks about sex. To learn more about Dr. Sadaf’s practice and to become a patient visit DrSadaf.com Like and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can watch all episodes of the podcast! Feel free to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share the show! Follow us on Social Media... Instagram: DrSadafobgyn TikTok: DrSadafobgyn

  2. Sep 11

    The Fourth Trimester: Postpartum Recovery, Hormones, and Mental Health

    As we continue our series on sexual health before, during, and after pregnancy, on this episode, Dr. Sadaf shifts the focus to everything you need to know about the fourth trimester. Learn all about the physical and emotional realities of the fourth trimester, with a breakdown of essential recovery tips for both vaginal deliveries and C-sections. Also, Dr. Sadaf tackles the hard truth of how and why there is a systemic lack of postpartum support in traditional healthcare. Plus, this episode also goes into detail about low estrogen during lactation, how genitourinary syndrome of lactation causes vaginal dryness and painful sex, and why topical vaginal estrogen and proper lubrication are essential for comfort. In addition to all of that, Dr. Sadaf also addresses the critical differences between postpartum blues, depression, and rare postpartum psychosis. Disclaimer: Anything discussed on the show should not be taken as official medical advice. If you have any concerns about your health, please speak to your medical provider. If you have any questions about your religion, please ask your friendly neighborhood religious leader. It’s the Muslim Sex Podcast because I just happen to be a Muslim woman who talks about sex. To learn more about Dr. Sadaf’s practice and to become a patient visit DrSadaf.com Like and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can watch all episodes of the podcast! Feel free to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share the show! Follow us on Social Media... Instagram: DrSadafobgyn TikTok: DrSadafobgyn

  3. Sep 4

    Sex During Pregnancy: Safety, Medical Exceptions, and Trimester-by-Trimester Comfort

    On this episode, Dr. Sadaf begins a three part series on sexual health during and after pregnancy! This first installment is everything you need to know about the safety, physical changes, and physiological hurdles of maintaining intimacy while expecting. Learn research based best practices as Dr. Sadaf dives into the key clinical studies showing that intercourse is safe for uncomplicated pregnancies, while also learning about the curveballs we can get from contraindications such as placenta previa and vasa previa. It is also time to turn the volume up on some of those whispered questions regarding oral sex, anal sex, and masturbation, and just get to the facts. In addition to all of that, Dr. Sadaf also explains trimester-specific positioning tips to protect placental blood flow, the science of how nipple stimulation can ripen the cervix, and when to seek guidance from an OB/GYN to ensure a healthy, comfortable, and satisfying sex life! Disclaimer: Anything discussed on the show should not be taken as official medical advice. If you have any concerns about your health, please speak to your medical provider. If you have any questions about your religion, please ask your friendly neighborhood religious leader. It’s the Muslim Sex Podcast because I just happen to be a Muslim woman who talks about sex. To learn more about Dr. Sadaf’s practice and to become a patient visit DrSadaf.com Like and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can watch all episodes of the podcast! Feel free to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share the show! Follow us on Social Media... Instagram: DrSadafobgyn TikTok: DrSadafobgyn

  4. Aug 28

    Insomnia, Sleep Apnea, and Sleep Hygiene with Dr. Nishi Bhopal

    On this episode, Dr. Sadaf welcomes board-certified sleep physician and psychiatrist Dr. Nishi Bhopal to discuss everything you need to know about insomnia, sleep apnea, and sleep hygiene. Find out why fluctuating estrogen and declining progesterone trigger those 3AM awakenings, how sleep apnea in midlife women is frequently misdiagnosed, and why rigid sleep hygiene routines can actually worsen chronic insomnia. Dr. Bhopal also shares her expertise to highlight how cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) can improve female libido, the surprising link between low ferritin and restless sleep, and how taking short daily breaks can help downshift an overactive nervous system. Follow Dr. Bhopal on YouTube and Instagram @intrabalanced or visit her practice at pacificintegrativepsychiatry.com. Disclaimer: Anything discussed on the show should not be taken as official medical advice. If you have any concerns about your health, please speak to your medical provider. If you have any questions about your religion, please ask your friendly neighborhood religious leader. It’s the Muslim Sex Podcast because I just happen to be a Muslim woman who talks about sex. To learn more about Dr. Sadaf’s practice and to become a patient visit DrSadaf.com Like and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can watch all episodes of the podcast! Feel free to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share the show! Follow us on Social Media... Instagram: DrSadafobgyn TikTok: DrSadafobgyn

  5. Aug 21

    What Every Young Man Should Know About Women's Health Before Marriage

    On this episode, Dr. Sadaf welcomes back her son, biomedical engineering student Zayaan Hussein, for an intimate and insightful conversation about what young men need to understand about relationships, women's health, and intimacy before marriage. Zayaan shares his perspective on the generational shift toward open communication, how his studies in physiology helped him understand the physical impact of menopause, and why modern partnerships require rejecting toxic online masculinity in favor of emotional vulnerability and active listening. Not only will you get a complete list of what boxes a young male needs to check with regards to understanding female sexual health, this mother-son chat involves a ton of insight into what it means to approach learning with fervor and relationships with empathy! Disclaimer: Anything discussed on the show should not be taken as official medical advice. If you have any concerns about your health, please speak to your medical provider. If you have any questions about your religion, please ask your friendly neighborhood religious leader. It’s the Muslim Sex Podcast because I just happen to be a Muslim woman who talks about sex. To learn more about Dr. Sadaf’s practice and to become a patient visit DrSadaf.com Like and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can watch all episodes of the podcast! Feel free to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share the show! Follow us on Social Media... Instagram: DrSadafobgyn TikTok: DrSadafobgyn

  6. Aug 14

    Thriving in Midlife: Escaping the Healthcare Hamster Wheel with Dr. Nicole Perrotte

    On this episode, Dr. Sadaf is joined by board-certified internist, menopause specialist, and health coach Dr. Nicole Perrotte to discuss everything you need to know about physician burnout and thriving in midlife! Dr. Sadaf and Dr. Perrotte discuss why traditional healthcare often dismisses common perimenopause symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, and low libido, while explaining why midlife weight gain cannot be managed with the same strategies used in your twenties. Also, this conversation digs into the true benefits of vaginal estrogen for longevity, explain the importance of third party tested multivitamins and colonoscopies. Finally, Dr. Perrotte explains why coaching can provide time, support, and accountability in our quest to truly thrive! Visit Dr. Perrotte online at thrivewellmd.com to learn more about her virtual telehealth and coaching practice. Disclaimer: Anything discussed on the show should not be taken as official medical advice. If you have any concerns about your health, please speak to your medical provider. If you have any questions about your religion, please ask your friendly neighborhood religious leader. It’s the Muslim Sex Podcast because I just happen to be a Muslim woman who talks about sex. To learn more about Dr. Sadaf’s practice and to become a patient visit DrSadaf.com Like and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can watch all episodes of the podcast! Feel free to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share the show! Follow us on Social Media... Instagram: DrSadafobgyn TikTok: DrSadafobgyn

  7. Aug 7

    Gut Health, Satiety Hormones, and Natural GLP-1 with Dr. Kayin Jeffers

    On this episode, Dr. Sadaf welcomes quadruple board-certified gastroenterologist, hepatologist, and obesity medicine specialist Dr. Kayin Jeffers to discuss everything you need to know about gut health, metabolic disease, and lifestyle medicine. Dr. Jeffers shares his expertise to clarify how visceral fat and systemic inflammation drive conditions like Metabolic Associated Steatohepatitis (MASH) and colon polyps, the crucial role of dietary fiber in naturally stimulating the satiety hormone GLP-1, and how sleep deprivation disrupts hunger hormones like ghrelin and leptin. These common gut health issues severely affect not only our day-to-day in midlife, but intimacy as well, so Dr. Sadaf and Dr. Jeffers also dive into how lifestyle modifications for preventing chronic GI illness, explain why perimenopause represents a critical window of opportunity for metabolic optimization. Subscribe to Dr. Jeffers' YouTube channel (The wHealthy Life), and follow him on Instagram @the_wealthy_life. Disclaimer: Anything discussed on the show should not be taken as official medical advice. If you have any concerns about your health, please speak to your medical provider. If you have any questions about your religion, please ask your friendly neighborhood religious leader. It’s the Muslim Sex Podcast because I just happen to be a Muslim woman who talks about sex. To learn more about Dr. Sadaf’s practice and to become a patient visit DrSadaf.com Like and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can watch all episodes of the podcast! Feel free to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share the show! Follow us on Social Media... Instagram: DrSadafobgyn TikTok: DrSadafobgyn

  8. Jul 31

    The Menopause Weight Loss Trap: GLP-1s, Muscle Mass, and Metabolism with Dr. Jumana Al-Deek

    On this episode, Dr. Sadaf is joined by family physician and metabolic health expert Dr. Jumana Al-Deek to discuss everything you need to know about the intersection of weight loss, resistance training, and hormone optimization during perimenopause. This episode dives deep into everything related to metabolic health, from preserving skeletal muscle while using GLP-1 medications, the life-saving benefits of vaginal estrogen for recurrent UTIs, and why visceral fat increases due to insulin resistance and falling hormones. Dr. Al-Deek also shares her expertise to spotlight how weight gain and systemic inflammation impact female libido. Visit Dr. Al-Deek online at medmethoddirect.com and check out her book, The Menopause Weight Loss Trap! Disclaimer: Anything discussed on the show should not be taken as official medical advice. If you have any concerns about your health, please speak to your medical provider. If you have any questions about your religion, please ask your friendly neighborhood religious leader. It’s the Muslim Sex Podcast because I just happen to be a Muslim woman who talks about sex. To learn more about Dr. Sadaf’s practice and to become a patient visit DrSadaf.com Like and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can watch all episodes of the podcast! Feel free to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share the show! Follow us on Social Media... Instagram: DrSadafobgyn TikTok: DrSadafobgyn

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Dr. Sadaf Lodhi, American Board Certified OB/GYN is talking sex, intimacy, pregnancy, menopause, and everything in between. This podcast is not just for Muslims, but for anyone that is interested in women’s health. No shame, no judgment, and no topic is taboo. This is The Muslim Sex Podcast. Disclaimer: Anything discussed on the show should not be taken as official medical advice. If you have any concerns about your health, please speak to your medical provider. If you have any questions about your religion, please ask your friendly neighborhood religious leader. It’s the Muslim Sex Podcast because I just happen to be a Muslim woman who talks about sex. To learn more about Dr. Sadaf’s practice and to become a patient visit www.femmeviehealth.com. Email Dr. Sadaf's practice at hello@femmeviehealth.com Follow on Social Media: Facebook - @DrSadafobgyn Instagram - @DrSadafobgyn TikTok - @DrSadafobgyn

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  • Creator
    Dr. Sadaf Lodhi
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    249
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Dr. Sadaf Lodhi
  • Show Website
    The Muslim Sex Podcast

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