Lichen Sclerosus and Exercise (+ LS Friendly Routine)

Lichen Sclerosus and Exercise (+ LS Friendly Routine)

Introduction In this video, we will be talking about lifestyle and lichen sclerosus. Specifically, we will be talking about lichen sclerosus and exercise. Can you exercise? How can you exercise safely with LS? I address these questions and more in this video. I share my top 5 tips for exercising with lichen sclerosus. After, I demonstrate a workout routine you can do completely seated. This is great if you experience a lot of tearing or are afraid to tear while working out. And if you're like, Jaclyn, sitting hurts, no way I can workout seated, don't worry, I got you! In my next video, I will demonstrate a standing/lying down workout that is great for folks who cannot sit for extended periods of time. *Disclaimer: This video is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult with your medical provider before making any changes to your health plan. Be sure…
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Pelvic Health and Lichen Sclerosus

Pelvic Health and Lichen Sclerosus

Introduction: Why You Should Care about Pelvic Health if You Have Lichen Sclerosus For today’s video, I am joined by Penny, a fellow LS warrior, and founder and CEO of the Pelvic Health Yoga Membership. The topic of this video is pelvic health and lichen sclerosus. Particularly, we discuss why it's so important for folks with LS to prioritze their pelvic health. Further, we share how the Pelvic Health Yoga Membership can help. Be sure to like this video and subscribe to our channel for more educational LS content. *Disclaimer: This video is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult with your medical provider before making any changes to your health plan. **This post includes an affiliate link. If you join the Pelvic Health Yoga Membership, I will receive a small commission which goes towards running The Lost Labia Chronicles. Watch the Video on Here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wV3gOJC4850 Penny's Links Join…
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Vulva Awareness and Appreciation with Jaclyn & Penny

Vulva Awareness and Appreciation with Jaclyn & Penny

National Vulva Awareness Day 2023 Why do we Have an Event for Vulvar Awareness and Appreciation Did you know 8 out of 10 folks with vulvas do not know all the names of their anatomy or what part does what? Yes, we have a major lack of vulvar awareness out there. Vulvar health is in trouble because of stigma and lack of awareness and education, and we want to turn that around! April 21st is National Vulva Awareness Day! National Vulva Awareness Day was created in 2022 by our dear friends and allies to the lichen sclerosus community, SweetSpot Labs, to bring awareness to a part of the body that is often overlooked and to break the stigma around the vulva. This year, we at Lichen Sclerosus Support Network wanted to hold an event on this special day to raise awareness and cultivate some vulva appreciation and love. Introduction In…
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Vulva Checks for Vulvar Cancer: What to Look out For

Vulva Checks for Vulvar Cancer: What to Look out For

Introduction *Disclaimer: This video is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult with your medical provider before making any changes to your health plan. *Content Warning* Please note that this video contains discussions of vulvar cancer and includes a traumatic story of a survivor's fight for a diagnosis. Mentions of sexual assault and trauma are also included. If this doesn't feel safe for you right now, please return when you feel more grounded. If you do watch the video, please be sure to do self-care afterward. In this video, I am joined by the beautiful LS and vulvar cancer warrior Yohanna Hoehler, founder and director of Vulvar Cancer Awareness Forum (more on Yohanna below). One of our first videos on LSSN's channel was vulva checks for lichen sclerosus. However, given that lichen sclerosus has a slightly increased risk of developing vulvar cancer, many folks started messaging us about what…
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Clitoral Myofascial Release for Lichen Sclerosus: Un-fuse Without Surgery

Clitoral Myofascial Release for Lichen Sclerosus: Un-fuse Without Surgery

Introduction *Disclaimer: This video on clitoral myofascial release for lichen sclerosus is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult with your medical provider before making any changes to your health plan. For today’s video, I am joined by the brilliant Dr. Ashlie Crewe to talk all about clitoral myofascial release for un-fusing your clitoris with lichen sclerosus. We chat about myofascial release, how it's applied to the clitoris to help break up adhesions and scarring (aka fusing), when to avoid it, when you can expect results, and more. Be sure to like this video and subscribe to our channel for more educational LS content. If this video was helpful to you, we’d love your support so we can continue providing important education like this. Make a donation today. https://youtu.be/QWyM1WFAY-Y Important Links from Lichen Sclerosus and Overactive Pelvic Floor Get my FREE lichen sclerosus eBook with over 60+ pages of…
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Unfusing Your Clitoris with Lichen Sclerosus

Unfusing Your Clitoris with Lichen Sclerosus

Disclaimer This video is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult with your medical provider before making any changes to your health plan. Introduction For today’s video, we are going to be discussing unfusing your clitoris for better sensation with lichen sclerosus. I review three evidence-based ways to help unfuse your clitoris - e.g., clitoral myofascial release, non-surgical lysis of adhesions, and lysis of adhesions. Be sure to like this video and subscribe to our channel for more educational LS content.  This video is evidence-based; I draw on the medical literature to share what you need to know about clitoral health and lichen sclerosus. Importantly, what I share is my interpretation of the science and data. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_z1Santg5g&t=622s Important Links Get my FREE eBook on vulvar lichen sclerosus at www.lostlabia.com/lsebook Want to work with me? I offer 1:1 lichen sclerosus peer support calls. Sign up for LSSN's FREE virtual support…
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Sexual Health Symptoms and Lichen Sclerosus

Sexual Health Symptoms and Lichen Sclerosus

Disclaimer This video on sexual health symptoms and lichen sclerosus is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult with your medical provider before making any changes to your health plan. Introduction For today’s video, I review different sexual health-related symptoms that *can* occur if you have lichen sclerosus. Be sure to like this video and subscribe to our channel for more educational LS content.  This video is evidence-based; I draw on the medical literature to share what you need to know about sexual health and lichen sclerosus. Importantly, what I share is my interpretation of the science and data. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bv9aZYjEB7o Important Links Get my FREE eBook on vulvar lichen sclerosus at www.lostlabia.com/lsebook Want to work with me? I offer 1:1 lichen sclerosus peer support calls. Sign up for LSSN's FREE virtual support meetups Subscribe to LSSN's newsletter here Subscribe to TLLC's newsletter here Join LSSN's Membership here. Timestamps for…
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Lichen Sclerosus and Period Products

Lichen Sclerosus and Period Products

Introduction In this video, we are going to discuss lichen sclerosus and period products. This video isn't evidence-based; there are no research articles on which period products are better or worse for LS. Instead, this video is based on anecdotes; I draw on wisdom from the LS community and my personal experience with menstrual products. I share what to avoid, and review each type of period product. I also share some tips and tricks for LS while on your period. Be sure to like this video and subscribe to our channel for more educational LS content. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m9ZzG2LQvKM&t=348s Important Links from Lichen Sclerosus and Period Products Get my FREE lichen sclerosus eBook with over 60+ pages of evidence-based information and support guidance here. Join LSSN's FREE LS virtual support meetup here. Are you looking for more individualized support? I offer 1:1 LS Peer Support Calls. Learn more and book a call…
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Lichen Sclerosus and Overactive Pelvic Floor

Lichen Sclerosus and Overactive Pelvic Floor

How Overactive Pelvic Floor May Be Contributing to Painful Sex Introduction In this video, we are going to discuss lichen sclerosus and overactive pelvic floor. Specifically, we are going to discuss how lichen sclerosus may predispose you to experience overactive floor and how that can cause pain with sex. For this video, joined by Dr. Mukta Chauhan, who is double board certified in orthopedics and pelvic health. She is a tremendous resource for all things bladder, bowel, and pelvic pain. Dr. Chauhan demonstrates how the pelvic floor muscles are connected to the vulva, how this can create painful sex, and what you can do about it. She drops some amazing information in this video, so be sure to give it a watch! *Disclaimer: This video is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult with your medical provider before making any changes to your health plan. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mxQjC3jEoYg&t=7s Important Links from…
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Overcoming Health Anxiety from Lichen Sclerosus

Overcoming Health Anxiety from Lichen Sclerosus

Introduction In this video, we are going to discuss health anxiety from lichen sclerosus. If you have health anxiety or aren't sure what it is, be sure to watch this video. I explain what health anxiety is, the three main defining characteristics, and how it can manifest and impact your quality of life. I share how your health anxiety may affect your LS. Finally, I speak from lived experience on what my journey on overcoming health anxiety from LS looked like and more! Be sure to like this video and subscribe to our channel for more educational LS content. *Disclaimer: This video is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult with your medical provider before making any changes to your health plan. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a8B9i3LQOZY&t=3s Important Links from to Health Anxiety from Lichen Sclerosus Get my FREE lichen sclerosus eBook with over 60+ pages of evidence-based information and support guidance here.…
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