Girl Power with Kiarra Pearcy: Women’s Health Questions You’ve Always Wanted to Ask

<p>On this episode of <strong>Girl Power</strong>, Sarah sits down with women’s health nurse practitioner <strong>Kiarra Pearcy</strong> for an open and informative conversation about women’s health at different stages of life.</p><p>As the mom of a 16-year-old daughter, Sarah starts with questions many teens and parents may have, including what to expect at a first OB-GYN visit, how often young women should be seen, birth control options and when irregular periods may be a reason to talk with a healthcare provider.</p><p>Sarah and Kiarra also discuss severe period pain and when it may be more than typical cramping, including signs that could warrant a conversation about endometriosis. They cover the HPV vaccine and prevention, breast self-awareness and the importance of knowing what is normal for your body.</p><p>The conversation then turns to women later in life, including why Kiarra recommends continuing regular women’s health visits after a hysterectomy and the importance of discussing changes associated with perimenopause and menopause.</p><p>Plus, Sarah shares some of her own experiences along the way and previews a future Girl Power conversation about perimenopause.</p><p>Have a women’s health question you’d like answered? Send it to Girl Power, and Sarah and Kiarra may discuss it on an upcoming episode.</p>