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Welcome to The Dusty Muffins, where three menopause specialists unite to inspire, empower, and uplift you through the wild ride of menopause and perimenopause. We're here to answer your burning questions, educate, and advocate with a touch of humor and a lot of heart. Whether you're curious, confused, or ready for authentic discussion, pull up a chair and join us.

Remember: while we're clinicians, we're not your doctors. This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. We encourage you to partner with your own medical clinician to address your unique health needs.

This is The Dusty Muffins, where menopause meets sisterhood and strength!

CONTACT:

Rebbecca Hertel, DO, MSCP

Osteopathic Midlife Health

Rebbecca Hertel Consulting, LLC

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Aoife O’Sullivan, MD, MSCP

Portland Menopause Doc LLC

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Christine Hart Kress, DNP, MSCP

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  • The Midlife Conversation You Deserve: A Breast Specialist's Perspective
    Nov 17 2025

    Navigating the intersection of menopause and breast health can be confusing and fraught with misinformation. In this essential episode of The Dusty Muffins, our specialist trio—Dr. Aoife O’Sullivan (MD, MSCP), Dr. Christine Hart Kress (DNP, MSCP), and Dr. Rebbecca Hertel (DO, MSCP)—sit down with breast health expert Dr. Sabrina Sahni, M.D., to bring clarity and confidence to this critical topic.

    This is a deep dive into the facts you need to make empowered decisions for your body. They tackle outdated myths, highlight the latest evidence, and provide a clear path forward for personalized care. In this episode, you’ll discover:

    🔬 PEt & Breast Health: The Real Story: Cutting through the fear and misconceptions surrounding hormone therapy and its risks, based on current evidence-based practices.

    📄 The Critical Role of Breast Density: Why your mammogram report’s mention of "dense breasts" is a key piece of your health puzzle and how it impacts your screening needs.

    🧬 Who Needs Genetic Testing? A clear guide on understanding your family history and when to consider genetic testing for breast cancer risk.

    🎓 The Education Gap: Why many clinicians are still misinformed about menopause management and how you can advocate for better, more nuanced care.

    💪 Your Health, Your Voice: Practical strategies for becoming your own best advocate, ensuring your quality of life is a top priority in every medical decision.

    The Dusty Muffins:

    📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/thedustymuffins

    🔗 Linktree → https://linktr.ee/thedustymuffins

    Hosts:

    👩⚕️ Dr. Aoife O’Sullivan → https://www.instagram.com/portlandmenopausedoc

    👩⚕️ Dr. Rebbecca Hertel → https://www.instagram.com/drrebbeccaherteldo

    👩⚕️ Dr. Christine Hart Kress → https://www.instagram.com/christinehartkress_dnp

    Guest – Dr. Sabrina Sahni:

    🌐 Mayo Clinic Profile → https://www.mayoclinic.org/biographies/sahni-sabrina-m-d/bio-20509454

    📸 Instagram → @sabrinaksahnimd

    Tune in for an episode that replaces anxiety with actionable knowledge, empowering you to take control of your health during midlife and beyond.

    Disclaimer: The Dusty Muffins are doctors, but they’re not YOUR doctors. This is for entertainment and informational purposes only. Always consult your own healthcare provider for personalized medical advice.

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    47 m
  • The Motherload: Unpacking the Realities of Maternal Mental Health
    Nov 9 2025

    Get ready for a powerful and deeply necessary conversation on The Dusty Muffins! Join our specialist trio—Dr. Aoife O’Sullivan (MD, MSCP), Dr. Christine Hart Kress (DNP, MSCP), and Dr. Rebbecca Hertel (DO, MSCP)—as they sit down with therapist and advocate Lauren Tetenbaum, LMSW, JD (aka The Counselaur), to break the silence on maternal mental health.

    This episode tackles the hard truths and celebrates the progress in how we talk about the journey to and through motherhood. From fertility struggles to the crushing weight of societal expectations, they’re demanding a better, more supportive system for all mothers. In this episode, you’ll discover:

    🗣️ The Power of Speaking Up: How openly discussing fertility and mental health challenges is fundamentally changing the narrative and creating new support systems.

    🚧 The Work That Remains: An honest look at why, despite progress, our society still fails to provide adequate mental health support for mothers—and what needs to change.

    🧠 Beyond the "Baby Blues": Why maternal mental health is an ongoing conversation that extends far beyond the postpartum period and deserves continuous attention.

    💔 The Pressure to be Perfect: How unrealistic societal expectations directly impact a mother's mental well-being and create barriers to asking for help.

    🤝 How to Show Up: The importance of community, continued dialogue, and practical ways we can all help prioritize and uplift the mothers in our lives.

    Tune in for an episode that is as validating as it is motivating. It's a call to action to support mothers better, listen more deeply, and demand the change they deserve.

    The Dusty Muffins:

    📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/thedustymuffins

    🔗 Linktree → https://linktr.ee/thedustymuffins

    Hosts:

    👩⚕️ Dr. Aoife O’Sullivan → https://www.instagram.com/portlandmenopausedoc

    👩⚕️ Dr. Rebbecca Hertel → https://www.instagram.com/drrebbeccaherteldo

    👩⚕️ Dr. Christine Hart Kress → https://www.instagram.com/christinehartkress_dnp

    Guest – Lauren Tetenbaum (The Counselaur):

    🌐 Website → https://thecounselaur.com

    📸 Instagram → @thecounselaur

    Disclaimer: The Dusty Muffins are doctors, but they’re not YOUR doctors. This is for entertainment and informational purposes only. Always consult your own healthcare provider for personalized medical advice.

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    39 m
  • Thriving, Not Just Surviving: A Modern Guide to Menopause Treatment
    Nov 3 2025

    Ready to cut through the confusion and get the real scoop on hormone therapy? In this powerhouse episode of The Dusty Muffins, our specialist trio—Dr. Aoife O’Sullivan (MD, MSCP), Dr. Christine Hart Kress (DNP, MSCP), and Dr. Rebbecca Hertel (DO, MSCP)—break down everything you need to know about navigating menopause with knowledge, humor, and confidence.

    This is your ultimate field guide to the change, straight from the experts who live and breathe this stuff. They’re demystifying the science and sharing the practical tips you won't always get from a rushed doctor's appointment. In this episode, you’ll discover:

    💊 Your Hormone Therapy Menu: A clear breakdown of the options—from patches and gels to pills—and how to figure out what might be right for YOU.

    🔬 Bioidentical Explained: What this term actually means and how these hormones differ from what your body produces naturally.

    📊 Why Tracking is Everything: How logging your symptoms is the first step to taking control of your menopause journey and having productive conversations with your doctor.

    🩺 Be Your Own Advocate: Why many doctors aren't menopause experts and the crucial questions you need to ask to get the care you deserve.

    ❤️ The Lube Lowdown: Straight talk on vaginal estrogen and why lube isn't a luxury, it's a necessity for comfort and intimacy.

    Tune in for an episode that’s equal parts science class, support group, and comedy hour. Consider this your official permission slip to ask questions, demand better, and thrive through menopause.

    The Dusty Muffins:

    📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/thedustymuffins

    🔗 Linktree → https://linktr.ee/thedustymuffins

    Hosts:

    👩⚕️ Dr. Aoife O’Sullivan → https://www.instagram.com/portlandmenopausedoc

    👩⚕️ Dr. Rebbecca Hertel → https://www.instagram.com/drrebbeccaherteldo

    👩⚕️ Dr. Christine Hart Kress → https://www.instagram.com/christinehartkress_dnp

    Disclaimer: The Dusty Muffins are doctors, but they’re not YOUR doctors. This is for entertainment and informational purposes only. Always consult your own healthcare provider for personalized medical advice.

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    23 m
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