Pelvic Health and Alignment

The main point when it comes to vulvar skin care applies to the rest of your body and your life too: Chemical free is best ! ( For more ways on how to make your life chemical free, check out this awesome blog by the gals at  BaoBag ! ) Clothing and Laundry Wear all-white cotton underwear Remove wet bathing suits and exercise clothing as soon as possible Avoid scented or harsh laundry detergents and using fabric softener on undergarments Hygeine Use soft, white, unscented toilet paper Avoid getting shampoo on the vulvar area Do not use bubble bath, feminine hygeine products, perfumed creams or soaps Wash vulva with cool to lukewarm water only Do not douche or flush the vagina with water or any other liquids (generally makes things worse rather than better) Use only unscented menstrual products and 100% cotton if possible. Another alternative is a menstrual cup (eg. Diva cup) which also helps to reduce waste and save the environment. Prevent constipation and stra...

Vulvodynia , p reviously known as Vulvar Vestibulitis Syndrome,  is a condition of pain in the vulvar area and can present differently for every woman. It is often characterised by stinging, burning, irritation, rawness and pain with sex and can vary in severity.  Vulvodynia has long been misunderstood until quite recently with research only emerging over the last 25 years. Finally, there are now some answers for women who have been suffering with this pain for many years, having seen numerous doctors and specialists and trialled many different treatments and medications without success.  Yes it can happen in the absence of infection, virus or any visible symptoms. NO it is not 'just in your head'! Firstly, a quick anatomy and latin lesson: The vulva  is the external female genitalia and comprises of the labia and clitoris. The vestibule is the area within the labia minora and includes the introitus or opening of the vagina. The vagina is the intern...