Below the Belt with Dr. Sofia Herrera: All You Need to Know
On today’s episode we are talkin’ ALL things private and going below the belt with Dr. Sofia who has a wealth of knowledge and is truly so fun to follow. I am obsessed with her and her whole product line, and what they are… The post Below the Belt with Sexologist and Zenzsual Co founder Dr. Sofia Herrera appeared first on Natalie Jill Fitness.
21 Mar Below the Belt with Sexologist and Zenzsual Co founder Dr. Sofia Herrera
On today’s episode we are talkin’ ALL things private and going below the belt with Dr. Sofia who has a wealth of knowledge and is truly so fun to follow. I am obsessed with her and her whole product line, and what they are doing for our women’s health, especially in midlife. Sexual health and conversation often times feels “taboo”, but it’s a really important topic for us to discuss openly. In this episode, I asked her ALL of the things that many of us would be too scared (or shy) to ask!
Women’s health is largely misunderstood. Unlike men, women go through a lot of changes in life and we are constantly having to adapt. The lack of knowledge about these changes can lead women to make decisions that could have some harmful consequences. Dr. Sofia set out to teach women, like us in midlife, more intimate sexual health.
Pain During Intercourse After You Have a Baby That Seems to Get WORSE in Menopause and Midlife
Pain during intercourse can significantly decrease someone’s sexual desire. Whether it’s due to hormonal changes after childbirth or potential vaginal tearing during delivery, the body’s preparation for baby care can lead to decreased desire and vaginal lubrication, contributing to the pain experienced during this time.
Since women are SO creative, if we experience pain and are not aware of our body’s changes, we might jump to conclusions that something is wrong with us, and tuck away in our brains the “wanting” of intercourse. This is the easiest pain to alleviate with correct lubricationor changing our techniques of entry.
What Should You Look For in a Lubricant?
There are many lubricants available, but some can cause unpleasant side effects. The ideal lubricant is water-based to avoid oily residues that can lead to infections. It’s important to choose a product without glycerine, silicone, fragrance/flavor, phenoxyethanol, or parabens, as these can have adverse effects. Look for a water-based option with hyaluronic acid for post-intercourse moisturizing benefits.
What Happens to Vaginas as We Age?
Our bodies and vulva rely heavily on estrogen. As we age, our hormones undergo changes and decrease. When estrogen levels begin to drop, dryness can become a significant issue. With age, the vagina loses its ability to retain as much water as before, resulting in dryness. Picture a sponge: when it’s wet, it’s plump, full, and spongy, but when it’s dry, it becomes shriveled and just not as plump and full. This is precisely what happens as we age, underscoring the critical importance of moisturizing your vagina with high-quality gels. Serving as a vital source of hydration, these gels, when applied daily to the vagina both externally and internally, effectively maintain its health, ensuring that it remains “wet,” healthy, and plump. Below the Belt with Dr. Sofia Herrera: All You Need to Know
What is Going on With the Odor Down There in Midlife?
After a woman gets her first period, and all the way even past menopause, a woman gets a smell that is very particular to that area of her body. It’s NOT a smell of flowers, or strawberry! Sorry ladies. Nope, it can’t smell like perfume. It smells like a vagina and is slightly acidic. And yes, when we workout, it might smell like B.O. because it’s actually the only other place on our body (the folds between our legs and vulva) that has the same type of glands as our armpits do! It’s normal (even if we don’t like it!) Even if we don’t like the smell, it is NOT healthy to clean inside your vagina (like with a douche).
When you do this, you affect your microbiota in the vaginal microbiome that protects us from infections. The ONLY safe spot to clean is the external vulva — NOT the inside. The inside is like an oven, and cleans the inside itself. To clean your vulva, make sure you are using something smooth that has NO detergent (look for SYNDET), includes hyaluronic acid, and other good ingredients for your lady partslike Zenzsual cleanser has. Make sure you are not over-cleaning and only wash like 1-2 times per day.
Listen, this and SO MUCH MORE (including toys and techniques) is on the episode! You’ve gotta tune in and learn what Dr. Sophia has to share with us.
About Dr. Sofia
Sofía Herrera Mendoza is a renowned Venezuelan doctor; specialist in gynecology, obstetrics, hysteroscopy, laser, and Personal Coach. In addition to medicine, her passion is education, which is why she has dedicated to informing through traditional and alternative media. In 2017, she came to the United States as a “Celebrity Doctor” in the information area through social networks. With personalities such as Ingrid Matcher and María Marín, she maintains weekly information programs through different platforms. Below the Belt with Dr. Sofia Herrera: All You Need to Know
With 20 years of experience, Dr. Herrera has pioneered using social media for open communication on women’s health. She authored bestsellers to raise awareness about disease prevention and treatment for better health outcomes.
Her advice can also be obtained at “Your Intimate Health”, where together with Dr. Klara Senior, she is co-founder and main speaker for the Zenzsual brand.
Sofia Herrera wan to spread her health message for women and adolescents in order to truly generate empowerment through the conscious transformation of healthy habits.
For more information, be sure to check out: www.zenzsual.com/nataliejill
In this episode, you will learn:
- Why we might experience pain during intercourse in midlife
- Why proper lubrication and moisturizing is necessary below the belt
- What you need to do to take care of yourself down there in midlife
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