Why Does Sex Hurt So Much After Menopause?
Let’s find out why these changes happen and, more importantly, what you can do to take back control and enjoy sex again.
Maintaining Sexuality After Menopause: Reclaim Your Intimacy
Just because your hormones are throwing a bit of a tantrum doesn’t mean your sex life has to go on hiatus. With a few tweaks and the right mindset, you can keep the fire burning bright—and have some fun along the way.
Do Vaginal Dilators Work?
Pain with sex — or any pelvic pain — can be incredibly distressing. Fortunately, there is a safe and effective option for treating your symptoms.
What is Vaginal Dryness?
Believe it or not, 1 in 8 women experience vaginal dryness. There are ways to recognize the symptoms and find relief. We turned to our friends at FemmePharma to help us shed some light on this topic, and we’re glad we did!
Understanding Postpartum Dyspareunia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Congratulations! You navigated the incredible journey of pregnancy, embraced the challenges of childbirth, and conquered the early months of postpartum life.
Pelvic Floor Exercises to Help with Vaginismus
Key Takeaways Pelvic floor exercises offer an effective treatment for vaginismus, which causes discomfort and pain during vaginal penetration. These exercises target the muscles supporting organs like the bladder, bowel, and uterus, and help enhance blood flow to the vaginal region. Regular practice, encompassing contractions, quick sprints, and relaxation, can help individuals regain control over these muscles, reducing involuntary contractions that cause discomfort. Consistency in these exercises and seeking professional guidance can be instrumental in ...
Vaginal Dilators for painful sex
Three common mistakes women make with dilators. Vaginal dilation is a love/hate relationship for everyone experiencing painful penetration. Vaginal dilation is a process of using a device to gradually dilate the vaginal space and prepare your muscles for intimacy. While most women ultimately find dilation helpful, it invariably starts to feel like more and more of a chore. In this blog we are going to talk about how to make the most of vaginal dilation ...
Vaginal Dilator Sizes: Static vs. Dynamic
When you live with vaginismus, a vaginal dilator is one of the options available to you as you begin treatment. Choosing the right one for you is almost as important as finding a healthcare provider that understands your own personal journey. One choice you must make is between a static and dynamic dilator. There are pros and cons to each, so we figured we’d give you a breakdown to help you decide. ...
Trans Women: Special Considerations for the Milli Vaginal Dilator
Vaginal Dilators as a Medical Device The Milli vaginal dilator is an FDA-cleared medical device intended for controlled dilation of the vagina. When cleared, a medical device is granted an indication for use. This is the Milli vaginal dilator’s labeled indication for use: For an examination (by your doctor) In preparation for a surgical procedure (that requires vaginal penetration) To help relieve the symptoms of vaginismus (a condition that involves tightening of the vaginal muscles) and ...
My Female Partner is Worried About Painful Sex: What do I do?!
It is more common than you might think for women to experience painful sex. Approximately 75 percent of women experience pain during or after sex at some point in their lives1. Because of the stigma around this issue, your partner might be hesitant to approach you about this. Painful sex may be related to a condition called vaginismus, which is the involuntary tightening of vaginal muscles. While the tightening of the muscles itself might not be painful, ...