Why does sex hurt and how can it ...not?
Painful Sex, Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy, and Pursuing Pleasure
Painful sex… we’ve almost all experienced it at some point or another. Especially if you have a vagina, but hey, penises and balls can hurt, too! I experience chronic pain with insertion for years, so this episode is my way of paying it forward to anyone suffering through painful penetration. Give it a listen. You deserve to experience maximum pleasure, always. 💖
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Whether you experience the occasional mild discomfort, chronic painful insertion, or you have sex with someone who experiences painful sex, this episode is definitely one to listen to!
Today’s questions
What is vulvar pain vs vaginal pain?
When is it worth seeking help? What kind of help is available?
What is pelvic floor physical therapy (PT)?
What is a “normal” amount of pain?
How can your cycle impact painful penetration?
How do you communicate with a partner about pain during sex?
Is there a correlation between perfectionism and pelvic floor pain/tension?
How do you speak up with a partner when experiencing discomfort and pain?
What is a sexologist and what does it look like to work with one?
Can mismatched sexual desire/libido be an incompatibility or can you work through it with a partner?
How can you “warm up” when you don’t have much time?
How can one get better at fingering?
What is it like to work with a pelvic floor PT?
Our guests
Alyssa Harper
Alyssa is a wellness influencer, bi/lgbtqia+ advocate, and host of the podcast She Said What?
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