What Do You Know About Women’s Sexual Health?

These steps will go a long way toward rekindling interest in sex with your partner, according to our experts.

Taking a shower “makes cleanliness part of the intimacy rather than a clinical routine, and can create a relaxing, sensual moment between you both,” Winston says.

Female Sexual Interest/Arousal Disorder, or FSIAD, is one of the most common sexual dysfunctions in postmenopausal women. White says a key part of the diagnosis is when a woman expresses frustration or distress at having reduced sex drive and arousal. Treatments include physical therapy and psychological counseling.

Mikkilineni says there is a Viagra cream that’s been OK’d for use by women that she recommends instead of the Viagra pills that are usually prescribed to men. Eros is an FDA-approved suction device that stimulates the clitoris. It doesn’t require a prescription. Addyi and Vyleesi are FDA-approved drugs to treat low arousal in women. White says that while they’re targeted at perimenopausal women, some doctors prescribe them off-label to women in menopause.

Dating and relationship coach Gretchen Shanks suggests sex play that involves one person playing the role of the giver, the other playing the role of receiver, then switching it up. For example, the receiver’s eyes could be closed or blindfolded while the giver uses their eyes, hands and mouth to explore their partner’s body.