sex during period: the obvious dilemma
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sex during period: the obvious dilemma
| Fri, 11-05-2004 - 6:39pm |
Hey there
I'm on my period and I want to have sex. Obviously, Its kinda messy down there so I'm wondering if douching will help. What can I do?
thanks!
I'm on my period and I want to have sex. Obviously, Its kinda messy down there so I'm wondering if douching will help. What can I do?
thanks!

Personally, I wouldn't douche since it can change the vaginal ph but you could give it a try. If you have something planned you might consider using Instead, http://www.softcup.com/ a menstrual cup that catches your flow. You can have IC while wearing Instead which works quite well for some women. Instead cups can be found with the feminine hygiene supplies in most pharmacies. As a fallback plan you might find candlelight and dark towels to be a help. If you try Instead let us know how you like it ok?
Good luck,
Jill
Hi Roxymonoxide,
In addition to the response you have already received, having sex during your period is discussed in this article:
http://www.ivillagehealth.com/experts/womens/qas/0,,242103_836,00.html
Another article:
http://www.ivillagehealth.com/experts/fertility/qas/0,,242115_175448,00.html
IVHealth Ruth Ann
Community Leader/Ask the Health Librarian