Orgasmic Difficulty | Sex Sex Care is Self Care

Ten percent of women have never had an orgasm. For many women, even those who have had orgasms, it’s not always easy. And only about a third of women experience orgasm regularly during intercourse. Female sexuality is more complicated than male sexuality, and it involves more effort in order to climax. It also doesn’t help that we live in a society where the thought of women being sexual beings is still a foreign idea for some. This thinking can cause shame, especially for women who are trying to have an orgasm through masturbation. But there should be absolutely no shame (ever!) pleasuring yourself and enjoying it.

Vulvodynia | Sex Sex Care is Self Care

Chronic vaginal pain with no identifiable cause impacts an estimated six million women. Known as vulvodynia, this condition often goes undiagnosed despite the level of pain that not only makes intimacy difficult but makes daily life a struggle of pain management. The average woman suffering from vulvodynia will see seven doctors before receiving a diagnosis.

Vaginitis & Yeast Infections | Sex Sex Care is Self Care

Vaginitis describes various disorders that cause inflammation or infection of the vagina. These can be caused by organisms like yeast or bacteria, or by irritations from chemicals in creams or sprays. Today, we are going to talk about one of the most common causes of vaginitis: yeast infections.   We are here today with PBF Medical Advisory Board member, Dr. Michael Krychman, and Barb Dehn, who is a practicing Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner, and a nationally recognized health expert. They will be answering your questions about vaginitis, and how a yeast infection can cause this disorder.

Uterine Fibroids | Sex Sex Care is Self Care

Uterine Fibroids are tumors made of smooth muscle cells and fibrous connective tissue that develop in the uterus. It is estimated that 70 to 80% of women will develop fibroids in their lifetime-however, not everyone will develop symptoms or require treatment. For those who do develop symptoms, they can include heavy menstrual bleeding, back pain, frequent urination, and pain during sex.

Low Libido | Sex Care is Self Care

Many women discover their libido is lacking, especially as they get older. That’s not necessarily a problem, as long as you’re comfortable with the frequency of your romantic encounters. But it can be frustrating if you miss the urge you once had. Luckily, treatments are available to rev back up your sex life!  Today we are joined by PBF Medical Advisory Board members Dr. Michael Krychman, Dr. Sheryl Kingsberg and Dr. Cheryl Iglesia to talk about low libido-from couples with mismatched libidos, medications that may cause it, and how introducing a sex toy can be beneficial. We have all your answers here!

Sex After 70 | Sex Sex Care is Self Care

Sex after 70 has become a hot topic and was even recently featured in the NY Times. Today we talk to PBF Medical Advisory Board members Dr. Christine Vaccaro and Dr. Cheryl Iglesia about sex after 70. Are you ever too old to have sex?

Talking to Your Teenagers About Sex | Sex Care is Self Care

Talking to your children about sex can become even more complex and difficult as they enter their teen years. We are here with two PBF Medical Advisory Board members today, Dr. Christine Vaccaro and Dr. Cheryl Iglesia, to discuss the complexities of talking to your teenagers about sex.

Talking to Your Young Children About Sex | Sex Care is Self Care

Parents often do not know when or how to start talking to their children about sex. The conversation is more than just talking about sexuality, it includes talking about their bodies, relationships, boundaries, love and safety. So, when is the right time and how do you begin the conversation? Two of our Medical Advisory Board members, Dr. Christine Vaccaro and Dr. Cheryl Iglesia, are here to discuss the how-to’s of talking to your young children about sex.

Infertility: When to See a Specialist with Dr. Michael Thomas | Sex Care is Self Care

More women than ever before are turning to fertility specialists to help them get pregnant. As many as one in eight couples reportedly struggle to conceive, and a third of Americans have either sought fertility treatment themselves or know someone who has. But how do you know that it’s time to seek professional help? Dr. Michael Thomas discusses fertility and improving your chance of pregnancy.

Infertility—Your Questions Answered with Dr. Michael Thomas | Sex Care is Self Care

Doctor Michael Thomas, Director of OB/GYN Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility at the UC College of Medicine, has dedicated his career to helping patients, students and the community.  As a reproductive endocrinologist, Thomas’ research and clinical care focuses on both contraception and fertility. While it may seem counterintuitive to both help people get pregnant and help prevent people from getting pregnant, Thomas argues that it’s not. It’s just two sides of the same coin.  Thomas’ contraception work has focused on hormonal birth control but also non-hormonal contraceptives like developing new condoms and intrauterine devices (IUDs). He has also worked on different fertility-related issues from fertility medications to in vitro fertilization (IVF). Thomas is particularly interested in finding ways to make IVF more affordable. Today, IVF is rarely covered by insurance and can cost thousands of dollars out-of-pocket. Thomas’ goal is to make becoming a parent more affordable and accessible for all people.  But Thomas’ passions expand beyond his research and clinical work. He’s involved in the larger Cincinnati community and is a dedicated teacher and mentor to his students at the UC College of Medicine.