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