As you age, your vagina does, too. Like the rest of your body, it’s always changing. In the age of the internet, it’s sometimes hard to tell fact from fiction, and it’s not practical to go running to your OB/GYN every time you have a question. That’s why we’re here to help with eight things you can […]
Even though it’s not much talked about, vaginal dryness is a real problem. It affects up to 60 percent of postmenopausal women, as well as some women who are in perimenopause, have undergone breast cancer treatment, or have severe endometriosis or an autoimmune disease such as Sjogren’s syndrome. It’s uncomfortable at best and can impact
Have you ever considered just how unique, intricate, and nuanced your vagina truly is? It’s fascinating to think about. The vagina has its own ecosystem that can adapt to any number of factors, especially with age. Just like a rain forest has a canopy, understory, and floor, the vagina has multiple layers that work together to
Dr. Dana Shanis is passionate about helping women understand the importance of their sexual health. At her practice, VHealth & Wellness, in Philadelphia, she and her co-founder, nurse practitioner Catherine McGinty, make listening to women’s pelvic pain a priority. That’s the first step in what Dr. Shanis calls “a new approach to intimate care.” A
It may be the most taboo and most Googled subject related to menopause. Some women assume it’s inevitable; others will perform enough internet research to warrant a thesis on the subject. We’re talking about vaginal dryness. And one thing is certain: Vaginal dryness is treatable.
It gives pleasure. It gives birth. It’s self-cleaning and can change colors. A vagina is a wondrous thing. It’s apparently also a hard-to-spell thing.
We asked our customers for their stories about how has Mia Vita Gel™ intimate skin moisturizer has helped them. Here’s what one of them wrote to tell us. ~~~ As women, we grow up hearing various potential symptoms the “change of life” can bring on: hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, pain during intercourse, etc.
Maybe you hear the words “vaginal moisturizer” and you think “oh, that’s a sex thing,” but it’s actually not. Vaginal moisturizers and personal lubricants are different products created for different purposes, and though the former may help make sex less painful for women experiencing vaginal dryness and vaginal atrophy, the two products are not intended
With spring on the horizon, so is allergy season. If you’re one of the many people stocking up on antihistamines, you’re probably already aware of the side effects: dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, nausea. But there’s one side effect you may not be familiar with: vaginal dryness. It stands to reason that if allergy meds dry
Very few of us think about our skin beyond the areas that other people see. Unfortunately, that means those areas receive less care. When we are young, it doesn’t seem to matter much, but as we get older, we begin to see signs of wear and tear all over. The vagina is no exception. There
If you believe everything popular culture taught you about perimenopause and menopause, you probably assume it involves hot flashes — and not much else. (Cue the desert scene in Sex and the City 2 when Samantha exclaims, “They’re starting!”)
Vaginal dryness is one of the least talked about menopause symptoms. Sleeplessness and hot flashes can be incredibly disruptive, but they are nowhere near as intimate an issue. And yet many women will encounter the uncomfortable condition at some point.