Burning, itching, or something's just not right down there, but your doctor keeps telling you everything looks normal? Today, Dr. Dolores Fernandez, ND is back on the podcast, and she is not leaving any stone unturned.

She’s a naturopathic doctor, Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, and founder of IRIS, a clean science-backed vulva care brand. Dr. Dolores, ND specializes in vulvar and vaginal conditions, including the tricky ones most doctors aren't even looking for. If it's happening down there and no one can figure out why, chances are she’s seen it. And treated it.

In this episode:

• GSM (Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause)
• Vulvodynia and chronic vulvar pain
• Lichen sclerosis
• Vulvar psoriasis and eczema
• Recurring yeast infections
• Bacterial vaginosis (BV)
• Recurring UTIs

Plus:

• How your diet and gut health are connected to your vaginal health 
• How to advocate for yourself when the healthcare system keeps sending you home without answers

If something feels off, trust that. This episode will give you the language, the knowledge, and the confidence to push for the care you deserve.

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Dr. Dolores Fernandez is a Naturopathic Doctor, Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, and the founder of IRIS, a science-backed self-care brand dedicated to creating clean products that support vulvovaginal health and ending the stigma around vulvovaginal care. She's here to remind us that vulvar skin deserves just as much attention as any other part of our body because, honestly, 'skin is skin.' Dolores brings warmth, scientific research, and a lot of passion to her work both in the clinic with her patients and when working with IRIS, always striving to make these important conversations more open and accessible.

IRIS is a Canadian, science-led skincare brand focused on vulvovaginal health. Founded by Dr. Dolores Fernandez, ND, IRIS was created to offer clean, effective, and pH-aligned support for peri/menopausal skin, while helping to end the stigma around conversations on dryness, discomfort, and intimacy. Their two core products, a Vaginal Moisturizer for ongoing hydration and a Personal Lubricant to reduce friction. Both are thoughtfully formulated with sensitive tissue in mind. Rooted in education and inclusivity, IRIS believes that skin is skin (no matter where it is on your body!) and everyone deserves access to safe, well-formulated care.

Links for this episode

lovemyiris.com

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