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The Muslim Sex Podcast

Dr. Sadaf Lodhi

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

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01:00:45

A Clear Understanding of PMOS: The New Name and...

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2026/10/02

On this episode, Dr. Sadaf welcomes back OB/GYN and culinary medicine expert Dr. Basma Faris to discuss everything you need to know about Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS). Dr. Faris makes her return to the podcast to share her expertise as she explains what drives PMOS symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, and elevated testosterone. In addition to this through explanation of PMOS, this epsidoe also features actionable strategies for managing metabolic health through high fiber

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01:01:13

The Real Science of Testosterone, Progesterone, and...

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2026/09/25

On this episode, Dr. Sadaf welcomes back UCSF professor and sexual health expert Dr. Tami Rowen to break down everything you need to know about the complex science of testosterone therapy, progestogens, and hormone optimization in midlife women. Dr. Rowen shares her expertise to clearly explain the clinical evidence surrounding testosterone for low libido and mood. The doctors also discuss best practices when navigating hormone therapy after hormone-sensitive breast cancer. In addition to all of

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30:29

Painful Sex Postpartum: Dilators, Pelvic Therapy, and...

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2026/09/18

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

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36:08

The Fourth Trimester: Postpartum Recovery, Hormones,...

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2026/09/11

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

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34:35

Sex During Pregnancy: Safety, Medical Exceptions, and...

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2026/09/04

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

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58:26

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

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2026/08/28

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

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57:39

What Every Young Man Should Know About Women's Health...

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2026/08/21

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

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40:38

Thriving in Midlife: Escaping the Healthcare Hamster...

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2026/08/14

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

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50:52

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

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2026/08/07

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,

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50:28

The Menopause Weight Loss Trap: GLP-1s, Muscle Mass,...

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2026/07/31

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

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49:31

You Have Options: Demystifying Fibroids with Dr....

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2026/07/24

On this episode, Dr. Sadaf is welcomes Dr. Cheruba Prabakar (AKA The Fibroid Doc) back to the show to discuss everything you need to know about managing fibroids and reclaiming your quality of life. Dr. Prabakar shares her expertise as the doctors explore the disproportionate impact of this chronic disease on women of color, the crucial link between vitamin D deficiency and fibroid growth, and how untreated symptoms can severely affect fertility, relationships, and cause painful sex. Also, it is

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57:53

Clitoral Phimosis, SSRIs, and Navigating Female...

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2026/07/17

On this episode, Dr. Sadaf welcomes gynecologist and sexual health expert Dr. Rachel Pope to discuss everything you need to know about the current understanding of female orgasmic disorder. Dr. Pope shares her expertise as the doctors break down her groundbreaking new publication on the current science of female orgasmic disorder. During this discussion, you will learn about the complex neurobiology of climax, hear historical myths get debunked and have a better understandinog of how

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54:26

The Truth About Infidelity with Lauren Consul

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2026/07/10

On this episode, Dr. Sadaf is joined by licensed marriage and family therapist and certified sex therapist Lauren Consul to discuss everything you need to know about the emotional fallout and healing process of infidelity. In a first on The Muslim Sex Podcast, we dive into the realities of infidelity as Lauren shares her expertise on helping couple navigate betrayal. This episode goes into some tough topics, but as we find out, these are hard conversations that ultimately can lead couples to

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46:04

The Truth About Menopause Weight Gain and GLP-1s with...

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2026/07/03

On this episode, Dr. Sadaf welcomes back metabolic weight management specialist Dr. Catherine Toomer to break down everything you need to know about the neuroendocrine science behind midlife weight gain. Dr. Sadaf and Dr. Toomer tackle toxic diet culture while discussing the actionable steps women are taking to prioritize sleep and manage stress, the true pillars of weight managment. They also get into all the misconceptions and metabolic benefits of GLP-1 medications as it relates to metabolic

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01:01:05

Brain Health, Cognitive Longevity, & Alzheimer's...

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2026/06/26

On this episode, Dr. Sadaf welcomes board certified neurologist Dr. Ashanthi Gajaweera to discuss everything you need to know about Alzheimer's and dementia prevention in midlife. Dr. Gajaweera shares her expertise, as we highlight often misunderstood facts about brain health, especially in midlife. Learn how nearly half of dementia cases are preventable through modifiable risk factors and why midlife is the critical window for brain health intervention. Taking action on things like sleep

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43:43

Metabolic Health and Saying Goodbye to Rushed...

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2026/06/19

On this episode, Dr. Sadaf welcomes board-certified OB/GYN and menopause specialist Dr. Traci DeSplinter to discuss everything you need to know about midlife weight management, metabolic health, and optimizing your health span. Find out the significant advantages patients are getting with concierge medicine, as people try to escape rushed traditional healthcare. Also, get the full definition of what it means when you see people on social media talking about health span, and why it is going a long

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55:23

Reclaiming Midlife Pleasure and Closing the Bedroom...

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2026/06/12

On this episode, Dr. Sadaf welcomes board-certified OB/GYN and sexual medicine expert Dr. Maria Sophocles to discuss everything you need to know about navigating midlife sexual health and menopause. Dr. Sophocles shares her personal journey as a physician at the forefront of women’s healthcare for 30 years, as she and Dr. Sadaf delve into the definition, causes, and fixes for what is known as the "bedroom gap." Every woman has a fundamental right to pleasurable sex and comfortable sex, and this

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44:45

Healing Your Pelvic Floor: Vaginismus, Stress, and...

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2026/06/05

On this episode, Dr. Sadaf welcomes renowned pelvic floor physical therapist Dr. Amy Stein to talk about everything you need to know about pelvic floor health! Learn how everyday habits like chronic sitting, stress, and certain exercises can lead to a hypertonic pelvic floor. Find out what steps you can take to manage conditions like urinary incontinence, vaginismus, and pudendal neuralgia. This is an amazing pelvic floor perspective as we continue to debunk the myth that painful sex or leaking is a

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54:38

Erectile Dysfunction and Heart Health with Dr. James...

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2026/05/29

On this episode, Dr. Sadaf is joined by urologist and men's health expert Dr. James Kuan to discuss everything you need to know about the male side of things when it comes to sexual function and how it can affect relationships. From the vital connection between heart health and erectile dysfunction, to the myth that ED is purely psychological, this episode goes into a plethora of topics we don't often get to cover on the show. So get ready to learn all about male sexual health, how it is similar and

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29:32

Updates in Menopausal Hormone Therapy (Part 2):...

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2026/05/22

On this episode, Dr. Sadaf concludes our comprehensive look on the latest updates in menopausal hormone therapy (MHT), giving you everything you need to know about transdermal estrogen, breast cancer risk, and testotersone. Learn all about the nuanced relationship between hormone therapy and breast cancer, the crucial role of testosterone for treating low desire, and modern approaches toward protecting cardiovascular health in midlife women. Also. Dr. Sadaf takes a glimpse at the newest non-hormonal

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