Communicate with your partner: Open communication with your partner about your sexual needs and desires can help reduce anxiety and stress during sexual activity.
Use lubrication: Using a water-based lubricant can help reduce friction and discomfort during sexual activity.
Practice relaxation techniques: Deep breathing, meditation, and yoga can help reduce stress and anxiety, which can contribute to vaginismus.
Pelvic floor exercises: Strengthening the pelvic floor muscles can help improve control over vaginal muscles and reduce the severity of vaginismus.
Gradual desensitization: Gradually exposing yourself to sexual activity can help reduce anxiety and stress associated with sexual activity.
Counseling: Counseling can help you identify and address any underlying psychological or emotional issues that may be contributing to vaginismus.
Sex therapy: Sex therapy can help you learn new sexual techniques and positions that can help reduce pain and discomfort during sexual activity.
Education: Learning more about vaginismus and how it can be treated can help reduce anxiety and stress associated with sexual activity.
Relaxation exercises: Relaxation exercises such as progressive muscle relaxation can help reduce anxiety and stress associated with sexual activity.
Self-care: Practicing good self-care, such as getting enough sleep, eating a healthy diet, and exercising regularly, can help reduce stress and anxiety, which can contribute to vaginismus.
