You know what kills the mood faster than socks in bed? Asking, “ So… what do you want me to do ?” 😬 Every woman’s body is different, and what worked with your last partner might be a total miss with your current one. That’s not a bad thing — it’s the fun part. Sex should feel like exploration, not guesswork. Asking her to stop and explain what she wants? That yanks her right out of the moment and into her head — exactly where you don’t want her. If you really want to please

Menopause can herald a period of physical, emotional, and sexual challenges. Instead of a time of loss, menopause can be a time of rediscovery and reconnection with oneself and one’s partner. Let's unravel the layers of how menopause affects your sex life, offering insights and solutions to enhance your journey. Menopause is characterized by changes in menstrual patterns, symptoms, and hormonal levels. While estrogen levels play a game of hopscotch, particularly in the perime

It took me 60 years to find my true calling. I hesitate to call it a “passion,” as that might diminish my earlier career as a stay-at-home mom—a role I’m proud to have embraced. The journey to finding myself felt like an endless quest for a destination, one that often seemed just out of reach. Each time I thought I had settled into a comfortable place in the world, that comfort quickly turned into discomfort. Over 32 years ago, I left a short career in technology to raise my

One of the most common reasons women stop having sex is pain. Their desire for sex may still be real, yet the very idea of opening themselves up (literally and figuratively) causes enormous anxiety. "I love my partner but I've given up on sex." The impact of these challenges runs deeper, influencing self-esteem, relationships, and overall well-being. Often women feel resigned to their fate or the very thought of telling their doctor is filled with shame. Once we're out of chi

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), refers to a treatment aimed at easing symptoms by replenishing estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone

Menopause is a chapter in life that brings about change - not just in terms of physical health but also impacting one’s sexual and mental well-being. The journey through midlife can often feel like navigating through uncharted waters, where sudden storms of hot flashes and night sweats. For many, this phase accompanies a series of sexual health concerns that remain shrouded in silence, from dwindling libidos to the challenges of intimacy post-menopause. Amidst the sea of chan

Navigating the landscape of midlife relationships can often feel like decoding a complex puzzle, especially when it comes to the intricacies of sexual desire or the lack thereof. Mismatched libidos between partners is a common phenomenon that, while challenging, is not insurmountable. Let’s unravel this delicate subject together, ensuring you and your partner find common ground and deeper intimacy, regardless of the hurdles. The Diverse Spectrum of Desire When discussing mism

The whisper of change is often met with a mix of anticipation and apprehension, especially when it comes to our bodies and our bedrooms as we age. Imagine a world where we talk about sex and sexual health as openly as we chat about our weekend plans. Quite a thought, isn't it? It's high time we acknowledge that sexual wellness is not just a small, tucked-away part of our overall health but a vibrant, essential aspect of our well-being. Studies show that healthier people have

Most of us are familiar with some of the symptoms of menopause. Whether you’ve experienced them or watched a loved one suffering through them. I can still remember my mom walking around with a portable, battery-operated fan to help her cool down during excessive hot flashes. I suffered some fairly common symptoms through my perimenopausal years yet had no idea that they could be related to the hormonal changes I was facing. In my early 40s I began a downward emotional spiral

Have you ever had a hot flash during sex? Let me tell you, it’s not sexy (although it is hot 😉 ). The good news is, I was having sex (actually the penetrative kind which technically is just a form of sex) which for many of you, at a certain point in life becomes less frequent or non-existent. The bad news is, my hot flash was exactly at that “pivotal” moment. As soon as I was done, I rolled over, ripped off all the covers and starting fanning myself. The best part was that i

Understanding Perimenopause: Symptoms, Solutions, and Embracing the Transition Experiencing heart palpitations, sensations akin to bugs crawling on your skin, or sleep disturbances? While seemingly unrelated, these symptoms might point to a common underlying cause: perimenopause. What is Perimenopause? Perimenopause marks the phase when estrogen, along with other hormones, start to decrease. Estrogen influences nearly every system in our bodies, so its decline can trigger a p