Our Menopause Blogs
This month we wrote about our experiences with menopause. I'm so proud of this series.
Menopause Podcast Series
Laura and I turned on the mics and decided to share our journeys.
Can't Orgasm Since Menopause
As we age our bodies and orgasms change, sometimes for the better.
Sex Toys are Painful to Use
Dear Dr. Betty,
I am 71 years old, had a hysterectomy 30 years ago, been off estrogren for 10 years and not had intercourse in many years, and before that infrequently. The last time I attempted intercourse it was painful and stinging. Four months ago I began masturbating (no prior experience) the vaginal barbell at first was painful and stung to insert but soon became enjoyable. With the strawberry vibrator I never had any difficulty with stinging or burning upon insertion and I LOVE IT!
Perimenopausal & Sexually Aroused All the Time
Dear Betty,
Firstly, I love and celebrate what you do to free and empower women!
My Last Orgasm
A discussion between two sex educators with Carlin and me took place the other day. We were talking about the importance of titles for books and essays. We agreed that Becky Chalker who was present had one of the best titles for her book, The Clitoral Truth. Gina Ogden who was with us said her publisher recently told her books about sex and death sold the best.
“That’s easy, I answered: “The Last Orgasm before I Die.” We all laughed heartily.
The Last Orgasm
A discussion between two sex educators with Carlin and me took place the other day. We were talking about the importance of titles for books and essays. We agreed that Becky Chalker who was present had one of the best titles for her book, The Clitoral Truth. Gina Ogden who was with us said her publisher recently told her books about sex and death sold the best.
“That’s easy, I answered: “The Last Orgasm before I Die.” We all laughed heartily.
How Do I Take Care of My Aging Pussy?
Hello Betty -- I'm in a happy, monogamous relationship with a wonderful man. But I'm 55, I've had a total hysterectomy and because my ovaries are gone, I have to take low-dose estrogen from now on. At the moment, I'm on Premarin, though I take about half of what's been prescribed for me because I honestly believe I don't need such a high dosage. So I've noticed a couple of things recently.
Menopause & Hormone Replacement: One Sexologist’s Personal Experience
To my knowledge, there is no one-size-fits-all solution for a woman to remain vaginally active long past menopause without some kind of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)