Pat wrote:

+AD4-I am working with a mom who, with first baby and now with 3 week old, has
severe dryness after lochia stops. It is even painful to walk, as her labia
rubs.......She's concerned that some of the gels that are for intercourse
might
not be good on a daily basis.


She might benefit from using one of the preparations now available for
perimenopausal women who sometimes experience similar dryness and require
something for daily use.  They are promoted specifically for daily use OR
for use prior to intercourse.  Some provide sufficient lubrication that she
might only need to use it every few days.  A few I've seen recommended for
pp women are Replens, Lubrin vaginal lubricating inserts which are vaginal
suppositories, and KY long lasting vaginal moisturizer which comes in single
wrapped applicators which resemble a tampon applicator.

Joyce Blangiardo RN, BS, FACCE, IBCLC
LamazeLady+AEA-msn.com