There are certain things all women
should ensure to do after a session of s*x. These are some of those things. After
s*x, there are a few things a woman should do to keep healthy, such as these
ones…
1 • Wipe down with gentle soap and
water.
Bacteria from the fingers, mouth,
and rectum can increase a woman’s chance of developing yeast or bacterial
infection after s*x, says obstetrics-gynaecologist, Sherry Ross. She recommends
using a non-fragrant soap to wash the vagina after s*x.
Simply take a warm washcloth and
gently dab the area with soap and water (or just warm water), moving from front
to back. “Internal cleaning (such as douching) isn’t necessary, because the
v*gina has its own internal wash cycle that keeps it clean and balanced, she
adds. So, no douches allowed.
2 • Soak in the bathtub.
Besides making you feel like the
pampered s*x queen that you are, adding extra virgin coconut oil to a warm bath
can help hydrate the skin of the outer vagina and sooth any v*ginal swelling or
irritation that occurs after s*x, says Ross. Again, this reduces your risk of
infection, she adds.
3 • Drink water.
You may need to hydrate after a
vigorous sex, says Dr. Nicole Scott. Dehydration affects your entire body; so,
if your mouth is dry and/or your vagina felt like sandpaper during sex, you
definitely need to refuel with water. Right after sex, drink a pint or two of
water. That will hydrate you and help flush pesky Urinary Tract
Infection-causing bacteria from your bladder.
4 • Eat probiotic-rich foods.
Yogurt and other fermented foods
have the same good bacteria that are found in the vagina, says another
gynaecologist, Dr. Kelly Kasper. Getting into the habit of snacking on these
foods after sex can help to replenish the body’s good bacteria, helping to
decrease your risk of yeast infection.
5 • Don’t wear panties!
Once you’re so fresh and so
clean-clean, ward off UTIs and other infections by wearing cotton underwear and
loose-fitting pyjamas to keep your privates dry — or, better yet, go commando
for optimum air circulation. At the very least, avoid nylon underwear and
tight-fitting sleepwear, which can trap moisture and help bacteria grow,
according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney
Diseases.
6 • Pee!
The vagina is a perfect breeding
ground for bacteria, because of its moist and warm nature. That’s why you must
pee within the next 30minutes after sex.
7 • Note your discomfort during s*x.
Sometimes, sex can be painful or
uncomfortable for a woman. It is therefore important for you to keep a note of
when this happens. There are multiple reasons why sex can be painful for women.
The most common reason is vagina dryness. Constipation, or muscle spasm can
also be responsible; just as deep penetration can also make sex painful,
especially if your partner isn’t hard enough. If you regularly feel discomfort
during sex, it is better to consult a doctor.
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Via The Punch
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