Sexual Dysfunction: “Not Tonight, I Have a Headache”

Sexual dysfunction can affect woman of any age – pregnant or not. It’s a common problem, but one that offers a number of solutions. If the zing has left your relationship, do something about it. Here’s how to get your groove back!

 

Sexual dysfunction is a problem that can affect women of any age at any time. Women who are between the ages of 35 to 65 however are more likely to suffer from sexual dysfunction. It is at this time of life that women describe a pattern of sexual response that is perceived as a problem by the woman and/or her sexual partner.

The Sexual Response
The human sexual response is complicated. Most women will go through many different physiological changes during sexual arousal. These changes may begin with the initial period of excitement, where the vaginal wall becomes lubricated and the skin becomes flushed. This stage is typically followed by a plateau, where muscle tension is built up and blood congestion occurs in the vagina. This is typically followed by orgasm and resolution, where most women will experience a decline in sexual tension and release

Many Factors can Influence your Sexual Function and Response

Your Environment
Overall Health
Biological and Hormonal Changes
Emotional Well Being
Interpersonal Relationship
Socio-Cultural Influences
Sexuality over the Course of a Lifetime
Most women’s sexuality and sexual response changes and develops over the course of their lifetime. These changes may be the result of personal experiences, interests, cultural attitudes, behaviors and other factors.

The biological and hormonal changes that typically occur during midlife often impact sexuality most abruptly. Understanding these changes may be the first step toward overcoming sexual dysfunction.

One of the hallmarks of midlife is a decline in estrogen, a female hormone produced in the ovaries. As a woman approaches menopause, varying ovarian function often leads to a drop in estrogen levels over time. This can result in a decreased blood flow to the vagina, which may ultimately affect sexual function.

Other changes that result from this decline include vaginal dryness and decreased elasticity of the vaginal wall. The clitoris may also change, becoming less sensitive in some cases and smaller in size.

Most women do not realize that they produce more testosterone, a male hormone responsible for libido or sex drive, than estrogen. Over time the production of testosterone declines in women and may result in contributing to sexual dysfunction.

Men also may experience a decrease in testosterone production over time, which may result in decreased penile sensitivity and diminished blood flow. It is important to recognize this very important fact of aging, so that women realize they are not alone. Such changes in their partner may cause them to withdraw from intimacy, having a profound impact on a woman’s desire and sexual response.

Decreased libido and sexual desire are common among women during the years preceding menopause.

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Exercise and Pregnancy: Is It Safe?

 

Exercise during pregnancy is important for mom and baby alike. Most women reap tremendous benefits from exercising throughout their pregnancy. If you have been exercising regularly prior to your pregnancy, then chances are you can engage in an exercise plan quite easily after becoming pregnant. You may need to modify your routine slightly to accommodate your growing figure.

 

If you are new to exercise, be sure to check in with your doctor or healthcare provider to ensure our health and well being prior to starting an exercise routine. Fortunately for most women starting an exercise program during pregnancy is perfectly safe and very beneficial.

 

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Prepping for Pregnacy: Month One

 

At one month pregnant it’is confusing to realize that for the first two weeks you are not pregnant. Doctors start counting from the first day of your last menstrual period and not from the day of ovulation or conception approximately 2 weeks later.

 

Preparing yourself for pregnancy should start before the first month of pregnancy. Of course you’re thinking about it. That’s why you’re reading this article. Whether your heart is ready for pregnancy and you’re preparing for the rest of your life or, your mind is telling you that this is the best time to become a mom or, your body just told you you’re going to be a mommy, you want to start your pregnancy on the right foot.

A healthy pregnancy is healthy both physically and emotionally. You owe it to yourself, your partner, your family and your unborn to be physically, emotionally and spiritually ready to make a happy, healthy baby. So, let’s go through the list to ensure you’re ready for the first month of pregnancy. Learn more about early pregnancy preperation.