Menopause Intimate Issues: Low libido, vaginal dryness, and more

Several intimate issues and symptoms can impact your sexual well-being during perimenopause and menopause, from low libido to vaginal dryness.

This week, I take a look at a few of these intimate issues, including some challenges and changes that can occur and offer tips and advice to help support you at this time.

Chapters
0:00 Menopause Intimate Issues: Low libido, vaginal dryness, and more
0:19 Low libido
2:56 Less oxytocin
3:57 Vaginal dryness
6:21 Painful sex
9:22 Other things to be aware of

A little reminder:
If you are looking at herbs to help increase libido a little, just remember, that the herbs I mentioned in this video are gentle and supportive ones, so don’t expect dramatic results from them.

**Eileen Durward is a certified menopause coach (3rd age woman peri-post menopause instructor). The information in this video is for informational or educational purposes only and does not substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.**

[islandgirl]

Vital informative information for bringing this senitive issue to the vlog ...i understand so much more now....all points valid...thanks Ellen❤

[vanessacarty]

Hi I really enjoyed your video which was clear, concise and calm. I'm 59 and my labido has been falling for the past 10 years. My menopause started when I was 50 and since then, I have had reduced feelings of desire if any. My husband usually initiates sex and is often patient enough to allow me time to become aroused. I have vaginal dryness even though the entrance to my vagina seems quite moist. We often use pure organic coconut oil as lubrication and adds to mine and his arousal. When we haven't used any lubrication I've experienced some discomfort and bleeding after intercourse. At times I have to balance feelings of discomfort with not spoiling pleasure for us both. I talk with my other half about how I feel and I'm lucky that he's quite understanding and stops intercourse if I report any pain. It's a very complex situation and is unique to each couple. Even though it's not always easy for women to talk to their partner about labido, arousal and discomfort during sex, I think that partners need to know what you are going through so that you can continue on your journey together as informed as possible.

[caronnest]

Hi stress has driven me to a surge of post menopause hot flashes so hve gor years managed with a vogel sage have now started a vogel menopause support...can I take both..

Since menopause sex is another thing that has to be done....like cleaning😂😂😂

[KathyChapman-yg]

Hello is it ok to stop taking estradiol and progesterone prescription cold turkey? Are there any OTC I can take to balance my hormones and anything to help me sleep? My adrenals are in the exhaustion phase and I’m tired all the time. Any advice??

[lovelocked]

Vaginal dryness I use replens vaginal moisturizer and key -E suppositories. And fem Flora probiotics

[yvettebennett]

What are some natural lubricants for the inner labia that wont mess up vaginal ph? Coconut oil?