If you’ve ever been told that low libido is “just part of getting older,” this episode is for you.
The truth is, low desire is often just one piece of a much bigger picture.
Hormones, stress, relationships, sleep, body image, vaginal health, and emotional connection all play a role in a woman’s sexual health—and too often, these conversations never happen inside a traditional doctor’s appointment.
In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Adanna Ikedilo, board-certified OB/GYN and founder of The GYN Lounge, to discuss why women’s health deserves a more personalized approach. We talk about the realities of perimenopause and menopause, why many women feel dismissed by the healthcare system, and how telemedicine is helping bridge the gap between busy providers and women who need more time, education, and support.
We also dive into the business side of medicine, what it takes to transition from a traditional practice to an online model, and why building systems allows practitioners to provide better care while creating more freedom in their lives.
In This Episode, We Cover:
- Why low libido is about much more than hormones
- The biggest misconceptions about women’s sexual health
- How perimenopause and menopause affect desire
- The connection between hormones, relationships, and emotional health
- Why women often feel unheard in traditional healthcare
- How telemedicine is changing women’s healthcare
- Building an online medical practice while maintaining a brick-and-mortar office
- The challenges physicians face as business owners
- Marketing an online healthcare business through education and networking
- Why social media helps build trust with patients
- Overcoming perfectionism and showing up online
- Creating systems that improve both patient care and work-life balance
A Message I Want You to Hear
You deserve answers.
You deserve to feel heard.
And you deserve healthcare that looks at the whole picture—not just one symptom.
Low libido isn’t something you simply have to accept.
There are options, treatments, and conversations that can help you reclaim your health and quality of life.
Why Low Libido Is More Than Hormones
Many people assume low libido is simply caused by declining hormone levels.
While hormones certainly play a role, they’re only one part of the equation.
Relationship dynamics.
Stress.
Sleep.
Body image.
Pain during intimacy.
Emotional connection.
All of these factors influence sexual desire.
That’s why truly helping women requires a comprehensive approach rather than simply prescribing medication.
How Telemedicine Is Changing Women’s Healthcare
One of the biggest challenges in traditional medicine is time.
Office schedules are packed.
Appointments run behind.
Complex conversations often get squeezed into just a few minutes.
Telemedicine creates space for deeper conversations.
It allows providers to educate patients, answer questions thoroughly, and create personalized treatment plans without the limitations of a busy office schedule.
For many women navigating perimenopause and menopause, that extra time makes all the difference.
Building a Practice That Serves Patients Better
Being a great physician doesn’t automatically prepare someone to run a business.
Dr. Adanna shares how learning operations, systems, compliance, marketing, and leadership became just as important as her medical expertise.
By creating clear systems and patient-centered processes, she built an experience that removes many of the barriers women face when seeking care.
Showing Up Online Without Perfection
Like many healthcare professionals, Dr. Adanna initially hesitated to create content online.
She worried about saying the right thing.
Looking professional.
Having the perfect setup.
Eventually she realized that none of those things mattered as much as simply showing up.
Sometimes the most impactful content starts with your phone, one message, and the willingness to press “publish.”
Your Action Step
Whether you’re a healthcare provider, coach, or entrepreneur, ask yourself:
Where am I making things more complicated than they need to be?
Could one simple system improve the experience for the people I serve?
Could one imperfect social media post reach someone who needs my message today?
Progress always starts with taking the first step.
Final Thoughts
Women’s health deserves more conversation.
More education.
More compassion.
And more individualized care.
Whether you’re navigating hormonal changes yourself or supporting others through them, remember that there is rarely just one answer.
When we look at the whole person instead of just one symptom, we create space for real healing.
Resources
Learn more about Dr. Adanna Ikedilo:
Website:
https://thegynlounge.com/
The GYN Lounge:
https://thegynlounge.com/
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/thegynlounge_official
TikTok:
https://www.tiktok.com/@thegynlounge
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/TheGYNLounge
YouTube:
The GYN Lounge
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