Courtney Hasseman CNM

Courtney Hasseman CNM Courtney provides integrative gynecologic care specializing in hormonal and menstrual health

Your s*x hormones are not just about reproduction…They affect every organ system in your body. -Estrogen: The Queen Bee,...
09/02/2026

Your s*x hormones are not just about reproduction…They affect every organ system in your body.

-Estrogen: The Queen Bee, our main female hormone. It’s one of the drivers responsible for s*xual development and regulation of our ovulatory cycles. It affects all parts of our body and is also important for the health of our skin, brain, bones, and heart. We make estrogen in our ovaries and after our ovaries retire in menopause production comes to a halt.

-Testosterone: Though you may associate this with male s*x hormones it is also important for women’s health. Like men, testosterone is important for our s*x drive and motivation.

-Progesterone: Ahhh…progesterone is made only after ovulation and its job is to prepare the uterus in the event we conceive. It helps us relax and chill out. Healthy progesterone production is especially important for mental health and the prevention of PMS/PMDD.

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Courtney Hasseman, CNM
🌿 https://courtneyhasseman.com/

Our thyroid hormones interplay with all body systems and affect our s*x hormones, stress hormones, immune function, meta...
08/25/2026

Our thyroid hormones interplay with all body systems and affect our s*x hormones, stress hormones, immune function, metabolism, and more. It’s important to think “big picture” when evaluating these different hormone systems.

When is it important to evaluate thyroid function?... Most of the time!

Here’s a list of common women’s health symptoms that may be connected with your thyroid health.

Irregular periods
No periods
Heavy periods
Fatigue
Constipation
Weight gain
Hair loss
Infertility

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Courtney Hasseman, CNM
🌿 https://courtneyhasseman.com/

Introducing Estrogen!The Queen Bee…Our main female hormoneEstradiol, our main and most active form of estrogen, is one o...
08/19/2026

Introducing Estrogen!
The Queen Bee…Our main female hormone

Estradiol, our main and most active form of estrogen, is one of the drivers responsible for s*xual development and regulation of our ovulatory cycles. It affects all parts of our body and, in addition to our reproductive health, is important for our skin, brain, bones, muscles, and heart.

We make estradiol in our ovaries and, after our ovaries retire in menopause, production comes to a halt. It is also the most important hormone to replace during menopause!

Like all hormones, too much and too little can get us into trouble. Too much estrogen and you might develop PMS, menstrual migraines, and heavy period bleeding. Too little estrogen and you’ll notice dry eyes/skin/va**nal tissue, hot flashes, and brain fog.

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Courtney Hasseman, CNM
🌿 https://courtneyhasseman.com/

Welcome Testosterone!Though you may associate testosterone with male s*x hormones, it is also integral for women’s healt...
08/17/2026

Welcome Testosterone!

Though you may associate testosterone with male s*x hormones, it is also integral for women’s health. Like men, testosterone is important for our s*x drive, vitality, muscle, and motivation.

Unlike estradiol and progesterone, which plummet during perimenopause, testosterone declines slowly over time with age. While not all women will need testosterone replacement, for some women it can be an important piece to their HRT puzzle.

Like any hormone, too much or too little will get you into trouble. Too much testosterone might cause acne, anger, irregular hair growth, or irregular periods. Too little testosterone will lead to low motivation, fatigue, and lowered libido.

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Courtney Hasseman, CNM
🌿 https://courtneyhasseman.com/

Hello hormones…glad to meet you! This August I’ll be introducing just a few of our master hormones to help better unders...
08/13/2026

Hello hormones…glad to meet you! This August I’ll be introducing just a few of our master hormones to help better understand the symphony inside our bodies.

-Estrogen: The queen bee, responsible for egg development, ovulation, and most of our feminine features.

-Progesterone: Made only if ovulation takes place, it relaxes our brain and uterus.

-Thyroid: Sets our metabolism and intricately cooperates with our s*x hormones to promote regular ovulation

-Testosterone: Provides us with drive, ambition, and physical strength.

-Cortisol: Regulates the most essential functions including blood sugar, blood pressure, inflammation, and stress response.

-Oxytocin: Our love hormone responsible for childbirth, bonding, and attachment.

Which hormone is your fave?
Mine…estrogen!

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Courtney Hasseman, CNM
🌿 https://courtneyhasseman.com/

08/04/2026

Parking lot update! 👷‍♀️

Thank you all so much for your flexibility while our parking lot is under construction. After months of standstill, we finally have work happening.

Lindsay continues to keep all of our patients updated week by week. In the meantime, the parking lot established for our office on the corner of Church Street and Loudoun Street is still in use.

please let us know if you have any questions or need help prior to your visit

"You're not going to find better full-service women's care than the midwives at Integrative Healthcare for Women. Casey ...
07/30/2026

"You're not going to find better full-service women's care than the midwives at Integrative Healthcare for Women.

Casey Morrow, CNM, first attended my home birth, but has now joined this integrative health practice as an exceptional provider who takes the time to listen with care and detailed attention, emphasizes long-term effectiveness in care, all while ensuring you're educated on the best options available.

Highly recommend to anyone looking for flexible, personalized, non-rushed medical care! Thank you!"

Thank you so much for the great review!

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Courtney Hasseman, CNM
🌿 https://courtneyhasseman.com/

Support healthy gut and va**nal flora by regularly incorporating fermented foods into your diet. An easy way is to enjoy...
07/28/2026

Support healthy gut and va**nal flora by regularly incorporating fermented foods into your diet. An easy way is to enjoy kombucha in moderation. Either a home brew or store bought options are good choices.

Things to look for when shopping:

1. Good kombucha should be acidic and low in sugar. Sugar is essential during the brewing process but not much should be left behind.

2. Choose raw, not pasteurized. The goal is to keep those probiotics.

3. Ingredients should only be water, tea, sugar, and the culture. Keep it simple. If there’s a lot more going on then they’re adding unnecessary ingredients.

4. Fiz should come from natural fermentation, not extra carbonation. Find brands that talk about their fermentation process.

What brands of kombucha do you like?

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Courtney Hasseman, CNM
🌿 https://courtneyhasseman.com/

Be choosy with what you put in your va**na!Here’s a reminder that lubricants are for women of all ages. I’ve had patien...
07/23/2026

Be choosy with what you put in your va**na!

Here’s a reminder that lubricants are for women of all ages. I’ve had patients that think l**e is just for older women. Ahem...No, l**e is for all women.

Most drugstore lubricant brands contain lots of questionable ingredients that are irritating to delicate mucous membranes: Parabens, glycerin, synthetic flavor, petrochemicals, synthetic colorants, fragrance, and more.

When choosing any lubricant or personal moisturizer choose products without any color, fragrance, or the synthetic chemicals listed above. The rule of thumb is “plain and simple” ingredients.

Water-based lubricants are most convenient. My favorite brand is . Their products can be used alone for moisture, used safely with or without condoms. This is the product used in my office during pelvic or speculum examinations.

For women trying to conceive, a sperm-friendly lubricant will ensure that the pH will not hinder motility. A good option is Biogenesis Fertility.

Oils such as coconut oil or olive oil are good for personal moisture during postpartum or menopause. However, they are not to be used with condoms (will degrade latex) and are not ideal during s*x (messy).

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Courtney Hasseman, CNM
🌿 https://courtneyhasseman.com/

Pelvic pain is common and often treatable. If you are experiencing pelvic pain during s*x, tampon insertion, or even bow...
07/21/2026

Pelvic pain is common and often treatable. If you are experiencing pelvic pain during s*x, tampon insertion, or even bowel movements, contact your local midwife to talk through evaluation and treatments.

Here are a few questions to ask:

Is the pain internal, external, or along va**nal walls?
Is the pain deep inside your body or pelvis ?
Is your va**nal tissue dry or have you noticed an unusual discharge or possible infection?
Has the pain been present for a long time or only recently?

Check out my article (through website link in bio) on pain during s*x to better understand your symptoms and address the cause.

https://courtneyhasseman.com/va**nal-pain-during-s*x/

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Courtney Hasseman, CNM
🌿 https://courtneyhasseman.com/

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