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Metabolic Health and Midlife: Reclaiming Energy, Strength, and Balance
Midlife fatigue, brain fog, and stubborn weight gain aren’t just a normal part of aging—they’re often signs of shifting hormones and metabolism. In this post, Dr. Sameena Rahman of The GSM Collective breaks down what metabolic health really means for women in their 40s and 50s, and how you can rebuild energy and strength with personalized care.
The Stress–Sex Connection: How to Reclaim Intimacy During Busy Seasons
Stress and intimacy are deeply connected—especially during midlife. This blog from The GSM Collective explores how hormones, emotional load, and fatigue affect libido, and offers evidence-based ways to rebuild sexual wellness during life’s busiest seasons.
Personalized Breast Cancer Prevention: How to Build a Smarter Screening Plan
Dense breast tissue can make early cancer detection more complex—but with the right tools and a personalized plan, it doesn’t have to be confusing. Dr. Sameena Rahman explains how 3D mammography, ultrasound, and individualized risk assessments help women take charge of breast health with confidence.
Menopause Care That Fits You: Longer Visits, Better Results
Menopause isn’t one-size-fits-all—and your care shouldn’t be either. At The GSM Collective in Chicago, Dr. Sameena Rahman offers longer visits, deeper conversations, and personalized hormone and sexual health support tailored just for you.
Mammos Next Month: Start Now to Prep for October Breast Screens
October is breast cancer screening season—but you don’t have to wait in line. Book early, request 3D, and use our prep checklist to protect your peace of mind.
A Midlife Tune-Up for Sexual Health Month: Desire, Pain, and pH
Low desire, painful sex, or dryness at midlife? You’re not alone—and you’re not out of options. This Sexual Health Month, get answers from Chicago’s The GYN & Sexual Medicine Collective.
Sexual Health Reset: National Wellness Month Tips for Libido, Pelvic Floor, and Sleep
August is National Wellness Month—an ideal time to reset your sexual wellness. From low libido to pelvic pain and sleep struggles, Dr. Sameena Rahman shares why these issues matter, how they’re connected, and what you can do to feel like yourself again.
Simplify Your Life Week: Declutter Your Medicine Cabinet for Safer Sexual Health
During Simplify Your Life Week, don’t overlook your medicine cabinet. For midlife women, hidden side effects from common meds and supplements can impact libido, dryness, sleep, and more. Dr. Sameena Rahman shares how a careful medication review can lead to better sexual wellness—and what to clear out first.
Pelvic Floor Health: Why Every Woman Should Care
Your pelvic floor does more than you think—from supporting your core to protecting your bladder and enhancing pleasure. This post from The GSM Collective explains how to spot dysfunction early and what treatments actually work.
Beyond Pap Smears: Comprehensive Preventive Screening for Women 40 – 65
Midlife wellness goes far beyond Pap smears. This comprehensive guide from The GSM Collective outlines which screenings matter most between 40 and 65—and how concierge gynecology turns chaos into a clear, customized plan.
Lube 101: Water, Silicone, Oil—Which One Loves Your Vagina?
Choosing the right lube can transform your comfort and pleasure. From pH to toy compatibility, this guide from The GSM Collective breaks down water, silicone, and oil-based options—so you can find what truly works for your body.
Sex & Chronic Pain: Rewriting the Script When Bodies Hurt
Chronic pain can reshape every part of life—including your sex life. This guide explains how pelvic floor therapy, pain-modulating meds, and open communication can help you reclaim comfort, intimacy, and control.
Sexual Health After 40: Rekindling Desire and Comfort
Libido changes, vaginal discomfort, and arousal challenges are common after 40—but they’re not something you have to live with. This guide explains the physical and emotional causes behind midlife shifts and explores the therapies that can help you feel like yourself again.
Concierge Gynecology 101: What It Is, Why It Matters, and Which GSM Membership Tier Fits You
Tired of rushed annuals and long waits for follow-ups? Discover how concierge gynecology offers longer visits, same-day access, and deeply personalized care. This guide breaks down how it works and which membership tier at The GSM Collective fits your goals.
Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder
Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder (HSDD) is the most common form of sexual dysfunction for women, yet rarely discussed. Discover what causes low libido, how your brain and body interact, and how treatments like counseling, medication, and specialized care can help you regain your sexual confidence.
Hymen and Virginity Testing: Is this the Membrane of Honor?
Virginity testing is a harmful cultural myth with no medical basis. In this candid post, Dr. Sameena Rahman explores the anatomy of the hymen, the dangers of virginity testing, and how cultural stigma still impacts women’s health globally.
Blue Balls, Blue Vulva–is This a Thing? GynoGirl Answers.
Blue vulva and blue balls both refer to temporary sexual arousal discomfort caused by vasocongestion. Dr. Sameena Rahman breaks down the science, when it’s normal, and when it’s a sign to seek evaluation.
Brown Girls and PCOS
South Asian women face higher rates of PCOS, often with more severe symptoms and earlier onset. Dr. Sameena Rahman explains why, and how personalized care can help manage hormonal imbalance, fertility, and long-term health risks.
Gynogirl Reacts to Vagisil ® Controversy: Vaginal Health and Menstrual Shaming
From predatory marketing to menstrual stigma, Dr. Sameena Rahman breaks down the Vagisil controversy and offers expert guidance on vaginal health, education, and breaking the cycle of shame.
Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause and Effective Treatments
Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM) affects nearly half of postmenopausal women. Dr. Sameena Rahman explains the causes, symptoms, and effective treatments—from vaginal estrogen and DHEA to laser therapy and pelvic floor support.