Vaginal Dryness
During menopause, many women will experience vaginal changes such as dryness and thinning of the vaginal wall lining. Oestrogen creates vaginal lubrication so as oestrogen falls our vaginas can feel dryer and more uncomfortable during sexual activity. Decreases in Testosterone can also lead to a loss of Libido.
Vaginal dryness is one of the least spoken about, most searched menopause symptoms online. However the more you can embrace the change the easier it will be to take action and to raise the issue with our intimate partners with confidence.
The old adage ‘use it or lose it’ is relevant here. The less penetration we experience, the less the vaginal lining is stretched and flooded with blood and the drier and thinner it becomes!
No 1. Magnificent Menopause tip for vaginal dryness:
Studies have shown that 3-5 grams of Sea Buckthorn daily for 3-4 months has a positive impact on vaginal elasticity and hydration (as well as skin generally!).
I buy Pharma Nordes Sea Buckthorn from Natural Dispensary. You are welcome to use my 10% discount code (CRP10).
Having a more ‘juicy’ vagina can increase sexual pleasure and in that way increase our interest in sex. There are also some great Qigong exercises that my clients use to generate sexual energy - but the Sea Buckthorn is a great place to start.
How else can I help?
Menopause symptoms affect many of us dramatically. Both physically and emotionally it can have a significant impact on anything from relationships, work, family life, hobbies and most fundamentally your sense of self.
However, it can truly be the most powerful and liberating time of your life. It may seem impossible to believe right now, but trust me - you can use its challenges to fuel your personal, physical and spiritual growth during this next phase of life.
From Nutritional Protocols, Yoga and Qigong, Menopause Coaching and Workplace Training, I can offer step by step guidance to steer you through menopause’s choppy waters.
First Watch my Menopause Masterclass and after that you will be directed to a booking page where you can Book a 20 minute Free Discovery Call and tell me what is going on for you.
If you would like to find out more and take the next step check the links below.
What to do next?
Join my Facebook Group where you can access a community of people going through the menopause transition.
Sign up to the newsletter for my latest articles about menopause nutrition, movement and more.
Visit the Natural Menopause Method website page to find out more about the work I do to help women navigate their menopause journey.
If you are struggling with symptoms at work or you would like to improve the conversations and provisions around menopause in your workplace then visit the Menopause in the Workplace page where you can find information about the packages and presentations I offer.
The symptom quiz has been designed for women going through perimenopause, menopause or post-menopause. It is not a substitute for advice provided by your general practitioner or other healthcare provider. You should not take any action based on the content of this quiz and its results or top tips, without first seeking medical advice.