From Pain to Pleasure: Understanding and Treating Painful Sex | Sexual Health

Send Eve a text, question, or suggestion! Sex should be pleasurable, but for many women, pain during intercourse is a common yet rarely discussed issue. In this episode, Eve breaks down the causes of painful sex, including dyspareunia and vaginismus, and shares practical solutions to help you reclaim pleasure. From understanding pelvic floor health to the role of hormones, lubrication, and foreplay, this episode is packed with insights to help you navigate this sensitive but important topic. What You’ll Learn in This Episode:💡 The difference between dyspareunia (pain during intercourse) and vaginismus (involuntary muscle contractions).💡 How psychological factors like anxiety, stress, and past trauma contribute to painful sex.💡 The impact of hormonal imbalances and vaginal dryness—and what you can do about it.💡 Why foreplay and arousal time are essential for pain-free penetration.💡 The role of pelvic floor therapy in treating vaginismus and chronic pain.💡 Tips for exploring comfortable sex positions to reduce discomfort.💡 The importance of aftercare and post-sex routines to prevent infections. Key Takeaways:✔ Painful sex is common but treatable—you're not alone!✔ Vaginal dryness, pelvic floor tension, and psychological stressors all play a role.✔ Preparing your body with foreplay (20-25 minutes!) is key to reducing pain.✔ Hormonal imbalances can lead to pain—get your levels checked!✔ Pelvic floor therapy, lubricants, and gradual desensitization exercises can help. Resources & Links Mentioned:✨ Pelvic Floor Therapy ✨ Hormonal Testing ✨ Lubrication Matters  Connect: Visit www.pleaseme.online to contact Eve and tell her what you’d like to hear about in Season 5. Please Complete the 1 min long survey today. Join Patreon : For Early Release Ad Free Episodes, Eve's Monthly Webinars, Bonus Episodes and Eve's weekly live Q&A sessions and more! Support the show Support the Show: $3, $5, $8, $10 and get a shoutout for being a Super Fan! Explore these affiliates and support Please Me Podcast: Website: Please Me Online - Reach Eve and stay connected. OWWLL App: Call Eve on OWWLL app using code EH576472 for a $10 free trial. Download OWWLL SDC.com: Join the premiere "modern lifestyle" ENM website with a free trial membership using code 37340. Sign up on SDC.com Streamyard: Get $10 towards your streaming products and stream live with Eve! Visit Streamyard Organic Loven: Treat yourself to new bedroom toys at this incredible website. Explore Organic Loven Parlor Games: Hormone replacement for women, eliminating issues like incontinence. Shop at Parlor Games Buzzsprout: Save $20 on the best podcast hosting site. Get Buzzsprout LifeWave: Experience stem cell technology that enhances libido and changes lives. Visit LifeWave Juice Plus+: Enjoy plant-based n... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices