Understanding Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) testing for the urogenital tract
We explain what next-generation sequencing DNA tests are, and how they are used for the vaginal microbiome.
Vulvar varicose veins
Vulvar varicose veins can appear during pregnancy or with other pelvic varicosities. Treatment is usually very successful.
My Story: Period undies gave me bad vag
One of our naturopaths has a bad experience with period undies - they gave her BV after just one day of wearing. Sigh.
Understanding period sex
We discuss period sex and what's good and what's gross, from orgasming to how to get bloodstains out of sheets.
How reflexology works (maybe)
We can use reflexology at home, for free, to solve or help manage some tricky problems with your vagina, vulva and pelvis (and the rest of you).
Shipping update – we’re all systems go!
We are well-stocked and still operational under coronavirus times, though deliveries are going to take a little longer.
Aunt Vadge: recurrent tears beneath clitoris
A 14-year-old keeps getting little tears underneath her clitoris but above her urethral opening, but isn't sure why.
Aunt Vadge: paper cuts around clitoris
She has tiny paper cuts on the clitoral hood that may or may not be related to an ongoing yeast infection present in the labia.
Aunt Vadge: itch and irritation after infections cleared
She's cleared her BV, ureaplasma and Strep B, but itch and irritation remain won't go away, with the suspect being at this stage cytolytic vaginosis.
Aunt Vadge: small, red, tender lump near clitoris
An 18-year-old has a sore red little lump on her inner labia that is causing her some concern and pain. Aunt Vadge offers some suggestions.
Aunt Vadge: how do we have sex?
A 17-year-old is ready to have sex with her boyfriend for the first time, but she has no idea how to go about it. Aunt Vadge explains.
Aunt Vadge: why did fingering hurt the second time and not the first?
The discomfort experienced during the second instance of fingering, as opposed to the first, can be attributed to minor damages such as hymenal tissue disruption or tiny scratches caused by fingernails and awkward angles. Aunt Vadge advises on the importance of self-exploration, the use of lube, and understanding one's own
Aunt Vadge: he slipped it in without a condom – can I be pregnant?
As 15-year-old and her boyfriend were fooling around and his penis slipped into her vagina for a short time without a condom. Could she be pregnant?
Aunt Vadge: can I use evening primrose oil for vaginal atrophy?
A menopausal woman wants to use evening primrose oil vaginally for dryness, but isn't sure if the gelatin capsules will dissolve in her vagina.
Aunt Vadge: labia bumps and swollen clit with cuts
A 14-year-old has bumps around her vulva and her clitoris is swollen with cuts on it. Aunt Vadge explains the next best step.
Aunt Vadge: my vagina doesn’t get wet
A 26-year-old is having issues with vaginal dryness, even though she's turned on during sex and enjoying herself.
Understanding vaginal dryness during (good) sex
Vaginal dryness during sex, where you are turned on, can have a biological cause, which you can in some cases augment to improve blood supply and lubrication.
Aunt Vadge: irregular pink tissue around vaginal opening
A 29-year-old has discovered a little tongue-like piece of tissue protruding out of her vagina and is wondering what it is.
Aunt Vadge: white stuff and tears on my clitoral hood
A 14-year-old is experiencing thick, white discharge from the clitoral hood area, with little cuts around the edges that hurt.
Can fingering get you pregnant?
We run you through when fingering can result in a pregnancy, and if you need to worry or not, especially if your period is late.