For a long time, menopause has been portrayed as the end of something: of desire, of pleasure, of sexuality. But the truth is quite different.
Menopause is not the end of pleasure. It's a new stage of self-discovery, of listening to your body with more intention, and of finding new ways to feel.
At Owna, we believe that pleasure has no age, it has information. And today we want to talk about something crucial and rarely discussed: masturbation during menopause.
What changes in the body during menopause?
Menopause brings hormonal changes—especially a decrease in estrogen—that can be felt in the body in many ways:
- Reduced vaginal lubrication
- Changes in sensitivity
- Dryness or discomfort during intimacy
- More variable desire (it doesn't disappear, it changes)
- Need for more time and stimulation to become aroused
None of this means pleasure is gone. It means that the body asks for other ways of approaching it.
Masturbating during menopause: why is it so important?
Masturbation at this stage isn't just about pleasure (though yes, very much so 😌). It's also about health and well-being.
Some of its benefits:
✨ Improves natural lubrication
✨ Increases blood flow to the genital area
✨ Helps maintain tissue elasticity
✨ Reduces stress and improves mood
✨ Strengthens the connection with the body
Additionally, masturbation allows for exploration without pressure, without external expectations, and without having to "perform" for anyone else.
Pleasure changes... and that's also powerful
Many women discover that, during menopause, pleasure becomes:
- More profound than quick
- More sensual than genital
- More conscious than automatic
Perhaps it's no longer about getting there quickly, but about enjoying the journey: the breath, the touch, the rhythm, the pause.
There's no "right" way to masturbate here. There's your way, at this moment in your life.
Toys, lubricants, and allies of pleasure
During menopause, some supports can make a big difference:
- Water or silicone-based lubricants for greater comfort
- External toys that stimulate without causing friction
- Gentle massagers to explore new sensations
- Slow and steady rhythms, without rush
Design matters. Softness matters. And most importantly, it matters that you feel comfortable, safe, and free from judgment.
Masturbation as an act of self-care
Masturbating during menopause is not a luxury. It's a way of telling your body: I hear you, I respect you, and I still choose to feel.
It's not about feeling "like before" again, but about discovering how it feels now.
Because pleasure doesn't end. It transforms. And it can be even more yours than ever.
At Owna, we believe that...
💜 Pleasure is health
💜 Desire has no expiration date
💜 Your body is still a territory of joy
💜 Knowing yourself is a form of power
Menopause doesn't extinguish pleasure. It invites it to reinvent itself.
