Does a woman want sex after menopause? How does her sex life change after 50 years? Should I be afraid of this time? We figured out what happens to the body during menopause , and how it affects sex with a partner and masturbation. The word “climax” for any woman has a deep meaning, because this stage of the development of the body is characterized by a “disconnection” of the main function – reproductive: follicles do not develop, estrogen decreases, and ovulation is absent. Naturally, such a malfunction negatively affects the general condition of the female representatives: the menstrual cycle is violated, problems with urination occur, hot flashes are felt, memory suffers, mood changes uncontrollably and more often.
The influence of menopause on the ability to have sex
One of the consequences of menopause is a decrease in libido . This is due to both the natural processes occurring in the body (dryness in the vagina) and the psychological context. Excitation at this time is not easy. The sensitivity of erogenous zones is reduced, and it takes more time to reach orgasm. In addition, poses that previously accurately led to orgasm may no longer please, you have to look for something new. An obstacle to having sex during menopause is also that menstruation is becoming more and more unpredictable, all women’s calendars and forecasts become useless .
As for the emotional background of a woman, it’s no secret that the key to successful sex is a relaxed state of both the head and soul, however, the instability of mood can complicate the situation.
So can sex exist during such a difficult period for a woman? Can! And must!
The effect of sex during menopause on the female body
Specialists in the field of medicine are becoming increasingly convinced that sex is useful despite the age and ongoing changes in the body (except in cases of direct contraindication). So, sex during menopause eliminates congestion in the pelvic organs, tones the muscles of the vagina , respectively, reduces the risk of disease. The possibility of omission of organs, the occurrence of inflammatory processes and even urinary incontinence is reduced! Mental harmony resulting from the production of endorphins also has a positive effect during menopause. Orgasm helps relieve stress, improves mood. Sex is also a natural exercise that is beneficial to all muscle groups . Instead of walking or running, you can choose a night with your loved one. And even if the partner is not nearby, masturbation also helps activate the hormonal system, improve well-being.
How to prepare the body for sex during menopause?
But sex after menopause requires a special approach. This is a re-study of your own body and its responses. It is necessary to detect erogenous zones , to understand what kind of stimulation is optimal for them. This can be done alone or in pairs. The absence or significant decrease in natural female lubrication can be corrected by the correct selection of hormonal therapy or by the acquisition of good artificial lubrication. The lubricant will protect the skin from injuries , help slip. And if you choose an exciting composition, it will also increase pleasure. Excitement and orgasm are real in the presence of mutual respect in a relationship with a partner, you need only a little more time, affection and attention. Prelude after menopause should last longer so that the lady has time to be aroused. But this will benefit the man, too, during this time he will receive maximum readiness. Climax lasts from 3 to 10 years. This is a period of change for a woman. But after it, the female body (most often) is restored almost 100%, desire returns, the emotional background stabilizes . Some women are even regarded as a plus for the passage of this period, because it becomes accessible and safe (from the point of view of the risk of pregnancy) sex without a means of protection. If during menopause a woman did not refuse sex, then desire and opportunity will remain after. Active sex life can be up to 80 years. And there are no age related restrictions. Trying new and having fun always succeeds!