After a thorough review of the literature, women who have had colpocleisis (surgery to address pelvic organ prolapse [POP] through closing the inner walls of the vagina,) this specific surgery is one of the most successful for POP treatment. It has nearly a 95% success rate and shorter healing time and fewer repeat surgeries. However, many doctors refuse to consider this option for their patients, even when requested, especially if they are “too young” (60-70 years old or below). ________________________________________________________________________ […]
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This is a fantastic blog post on exploring intimacy beyond intercourse. There is good information for anyone here, not just folks who are exploring their sexuality outside penetration: click https://seniorplanet.org/2016/11/06/a-seniors-guide-to-sex-without-intercourse/
Great interview where Heidi explains some of the newest science on sexual health, here is the entire interview (BEST): https://yourbrilliance.com/science-of-dating/ Here is the video clip of the interview: Here are some short clips:
This study shows how couples can improve the ability to both orgasm in the bedroom. This 50,000 person samepl-sized study revealed that 95% of heterosexual men reported orgasming at their last sexual encounter whereas 65% of heterosexual women reported orgasming. Here are some TIPS (words taken directly from the Frederick_et_al-2018-Archives_of_Sexual_Behavior article: women who orgasmed more frequently were more likely to: Receive more oral sex Have longer duration of last sex Be more satisfied with their relationship and ask for what they want in […]
It is believed that 6 out of every 100 men (ages 40 to 70) have Peyronie’s Disease Educational Video Click Here Penile Curvature (Peyronie’s Disease) What is Peyronie’s disease? Peyronie’s disease is a disorder in which scar tissue, called a plaque, forms in the penis—the male organ used for urination and sex. The plaque builds up inside the tissues of a thick, elastic membrane called the tunica albuginea. The most common area for the plaque is on the top or […]
Below is a video for men and women that really helps explain the clitoris and women’s pleasure in greater detail than you may have been told before. https://youtu.be/erlRMhnJEWc The above video (for educational purposes) shows parts of a woman’s vulva.
See attached Handout MLS handout Moisturize+Lubricate+Stretch written for ALL women.** Maintaining sexual health is important whether or not you are sexually active. I’ve met clients who were not interested in having a loving, sexual partner, then after years (decades even) they meet someone and feel differently. It has taken some female clients 1-3 years to restore vaginal tissue quality if it is not cared for properly. We are all taught how important it is to maintain dental hygiene […]
This book and trailer outline the message inherent in interpersonal neurobiology and communicated in both my books: “Caregiver Stress”and “The Neuroscience of Dating.” This message is that by cultivating our brain’s self-awareness and self-compassion we can improve our lives and the lives of people around us. The research coming out about the DMN (default mode network) is fascinating and I look forward to her book. I just read, “The Craving Mind,” and it is a good book for people who […]
Author of “The Neuroscience of Dating” gives some brief overviews of the principles in her book. Crockett is currently offering a free ebook, “Four Dating Tips on How to Spot Lower Levels of Brain Integration” at www.HeidiCrockett.com. To buy or “Look Inside” the book, click here: The Neuroscience of Dating Visit the book landing page here: NeuroscienceOfDating.com
See the landing page here (link to kindle ebook by pressing “DOWNLOAD BOOK NOW” green button): http://neuroscienceofdating.com/ To purchase the paper book, go here: https://www.createspace.com/6830183 (It has a “Look Inside” option in the ebook on Amazon) Remember Heidi is available for coaching by phone or video chat. Email her at [email protected]
This is a fantastic article by Megan Bruneau Here are 11 red flags we ignore when we’re blinded by banter and wine buzzes:* 1. They refer to their ex as “crazy.” It could very well be that their ex was “crazy.” But it could also be that they caused the “crazy” by being constantly invalidating. Think about it: People oftentimes feel “crazy” when they are unsupported in any environment, whether it be in the workplace, at school, or in a […]
For dating tips check out: http://www.datingadvice.com/ Follow Your Dating Bliss –Heidi Crockett LCSW, CMC, CSE Dating Coach and AASECT Sexuality Educator Author of The Neuroscience of Dating
Besides the podcasts mentioned in a former post, an introductory post on kink interests, and an overview of where to go online to get sexual health questions answered, another place to get your questions answered is “Club CalExotics.” Club CalExotics is an interactive, online community that is committed to providing information about sexual health and wellness. It has interactive forums and discussion boards, informational videos, educational blog posts and offers expert advice. It’s free to join but must be over the […]
Firstly, being AASECT-certified myself as a sexuality educator, I always advocate to look on AASECT’s website and go to a physician who is AASECT certified. Unfortunately, there are not many doctors who are certified with AASECT, so here’s a post from Ducky Doolittle with a neat suggestion on how to find a doctor with whom you can openly discuss sex: “How to Search Get to Googling or use your HMO/insurance listing and create a list of doctors that are available […]
Here is a short series of documentary video clips called “one in 2000”–the title of the film series refers to one in 2000 births being intersex. “If I had known that there was a whole movement of people working to end things that people who were born with different bodies have to go through, it would have been amazing for me.” First video: One in 2000 Congratulations We’ll Get Back to You http://www.logotv.com/videos/misc/278633/one-in-2000-congratulations-well-get-back-to-you.jhtml Second video: One in 2000 Blank Slate […]
For more information on STIs* please visit: www.ashastd.org It is an excellent website covering 1. healthy sexual interaction, 2. cope with having an STI, 3. protecting oneself. And much more information! Here are some links on how to cultivate safer sex: Tips for Safer Sex and An Explanation for STI Risk Spectrum NO RISK to HIGH RISK And a great article explaining what safer sex IS NOT: What Safer Sex IS NOT For information specifically on HIV and AIDS visit: […]
For those of you who have been to my presentations on sexuality and seniors, I frequently mention Joan Price’s book, “Naked At Our Age,”*** and try to have a copy around for folks to look at it. She has a wonderful blog: http://betterthanieverexpected.blogspot.com/ Including a column on the subject on Senior Planet: http://seniorplanet.org/may-is-senior-sex-month/ ***I previously posted about Joan Price and said, “THIS BOOK IS AWESOME: http://www.amazon.com/Naked-Our-Age-Talking-Senior/dp/1580053386 See Joan Price’s podcast when interviewed by Tristan Taormino: http://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/67624/joan-price-gives-straight-talk-on-senior-sex-and-ageless-erotica “
