- 41. Common Sexual Concerns
- (Puberty)
- Parent and child alike experience certain sexual anxieties as the youngster enters and moves through puberty. Some parents worry that when it comes to sex, all their child is thinking about is sexual ...
- 42. Talking to Your Young Child About Sex
- (Preschool)
- At what age should I start talking to my child about sex? Sexuality is part of every person’s life, no matter what the age. As your child grows and develops, she may giggle with friends about "private ...
- 43. Emotional Development in Preschoolers
- (Preschool)
- ... because this is what he most wants when he’s in pain or unhappy. At about the age of four and five, your preschooler also may begin to show an avid interest in basic sexuality, both his own and that ...
- 44. Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome
- (Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome)
- ... recommendations: To ease abdominal discomfort, take over-the-counter painkillers such as acetaminophen (Tylenol, others) or ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, others). Avoid sexual intercourse, as it may ...
- 45. Heart attack
- (Heart attack )
- ... lifestyle changes and emotional issues. Sex after a heart attack Many people worry that sex after a heart attack will be too strenuous on their hearts. However, most people can safely return to sexual ...
- 46. Breastfeeding and Sexuality
- (Breastfeeding)
- ... relationship. Many parents are startled by the swings in their feelings about each other and their desire for sexual contact. Complicating things more is the fact that each parent’s experiences differ ...
- 47. Menstrual cramps
- (Menstrual cramps)
- ... of the female reproductive organs is usually caused by sexually transmitted bacteria. Cervical stenosis. In some women, the opening of the cervix may be so small that it impedes menstrual flow, ...
- 48. Menopause
- (Menopause)
- ... Vagisil). Staying sexually active also helps. Optimize your sleep. Avoid caffeine and plan to exercise during the day, although not right before bedtime. If hot flashes disturb your sleep, you may ...
- 49. Vaginal atrophy
- (Vaginal atrophy)
- ... (perimenopause), or it may not become a problem until several years into menopause. Although the condition is common, not all menopausal women develop vaginal atrophy. Regular sexual activity helps you ...
- 50. Male infertility
- (Male infertility)
- Approximately 15 percent of couples are infertile. This means they aren't able to conceive a child even though they've had frequent, unprotected sexual intercourse for a year or longer — or for at least ...
- 51. Anorgasmia in women
- (Anorgasmia in women)
- Anorgasmia is the medical term for regular difficulty reaching orgasm after ample sexual stimulation, causing you personal distress. Anorgasmia is actually a common occurrence, affecting more women ...
