The good news about vaginal dryness
Sex just plain hurts! I’ve tried a lot of creams and inserts and the results have been mixed. I now approach sex with anticipation of discomfort and that affects everything. I’ve become very creative in avoiding it altogether—much to the chagrin of my husband. The saddest part is I used to LOVE it—I miss loving it!
Sex has become excruciating over the last few years. I have been to numerous doctors, had surgery, spent thousands of dollars and get temporary relief with each new treatment that eventually doesn’t work anymore.
The consequences of painful intercourse to our health and relationships are very real. That’s why female dryness is such a hot topic within the Vibrant Nation community. Vibrant Nation members, who connect every day to share support and advice about the things that matter most at midlife, often rely on one another for practical tips on how to continue to have the vibrant sex life they deserve.
Vibrant Nation members know that female dryness does not have to sabotage one’s sex life. As Dr. Pepper Schwartz says, “The good news about vaginal dryness is that it’s almost always easy to correct.” The truth is, we have many solutions at our disposal (many over the counter)—and they work! In this special report, we have gathered some of the best advice that the vibrant women of VibrantNation.com have shared on the subject of female lubrication after menopause.
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When sex hurts: What women 50+ Know
“As hormones plummet during menopause, most vaginas do not get as wet as they used to,” says Dr. Pepper Schwartz, sexual health expert and author of the Vibrant Nation health guide, A Woman’s Guide to Great Sex After 50. “Less estrogen affects the ability to lubricate, and as estrogen diminishes, the vaginal walls become thinner. If they become quite thin, they might even be vulnerable to small cuts and breaks that are caused by fingers touching fragile tissues or the penis moving against a membrane that doesn’t give way. Abrasive intercourse like this can become painful.”
“When we were younger, plenty of estrogen and testosterone in our systems kept our vaginal tissues strong and healthy, making the process of vaginal lubrication automatic,” says Dr. Barb DePree, sexual health blogger at Vibrant Nation, the leading online community for women over 50. “But as our estrogen levels decline, the vaginal lining changes, becoming less stretchy and more delicate—much like our skin. Blood vessels, muscles and surrounding tissues all become less responsive over time.”
“Many women mistakenly see this as a sign that they are no longer as sexually excited as they used to be or that they are malfunctioning in some way that makes sex inappropriate,” adds Dr. Pepper Schwartz. “How strongly can I say this is the wrong way to view lubrication! Dreading sex under these conditions is not a problem caused by lack of desire—it’s caused by pain. Less lubrication after menopause is just a change in our plumbing; it may have nothing to do with horniness or the need to have sex.”
In Best Lubricants After 50: Our Favorite Personal Lubricants, Female Moisturizers and Natural Solutions to Female Dryness, you’ll discover:
- Vaginal lubricants vs. personal moisturizers: Why you need both
- Best vaginal lubricants and personal moisturizers: Midlife women recommend the products that work
- Not all vaginal lubricants are created equal: Ingredients to avoid
- Boost vaginal lubrication naturally: Simple lifestyle changes that can make a big difference
- When OTC options aren’t enough: Vaginal estrogen therapy
- Specialty personal lubricants: Some playful options to try
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About Vibrant Nation
Vibrant Nation is the leading online community for women 50+ — the safe place where you can connect with women like you on issues unique to your stage of life. And it’s a community for vibrant women only.
As a publisher, we compile content from that community — from bloggers, experts, and women like you — into special reports that we offer FREE to all members.
On topics where expert advice can offer added value, we have commissioned vibrant women experts to write full-length books or Special Reports, which we offer for sale.
Everything about a woman’s life after 50 is part of the ongoing conversation at VibrantNation.com — including having better sex after 50. This special report can tell you — in plain English — about the best lubricants for you to try. Don’t miss Best Lubricants After 50: Our Favorite Personal Lubricants, Female Moisturizers and Natural Solutions to Female Dryness from VibrantNation.com.
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