Experts Say

Through your experience in working with so many women from different walks of life, what are the top 3 most common concerns when it comes to “vulva issues”?

In my experience, every woman and every case is different. While people might come to me with similar sexual challenges, what we end up working on varies a lot from person to person – that’s because everyone’s sexual history, experiences and circumstances are different.That said, the most common vulva concerns that people come to me with are usually about: Painful sex Wanting...

With an increasing openness in today's society about self-care, do you think that the conversation surrounding the vulva and vulva care is adequately discussed?

I think that the conversation on sexual wellness in general, let alone vulva care, is not adequately discussed in today’s society – probably because talking about anything sexual still feels taboo. We just haven’t had a lot of practice talking about sex, intimacy, our bodies and the feelings related to this area. Most people still refer to the vagina as “down there”,...

What are the specific functions of the clitoris, labia majora and labia minora?

The clitoris can be aroused and erect when sexually stimulated. This stimulation of the clitoris can cumulate into an orgasm.The fleshy padded tissue of the labia majora protect the other external genital organs. They also contain sweat and sebaceous glands, which produce lubricating secretions particularly during sexual intercourse. During sexual stimulation, the labia minora swell as their blood vessels become engorged with...