During our post-elementary days, the reproductive system has always been our favorite topic.
Not just because we’re teens who are curious about it, but also because it’s when we try to discover something about ourselves.
However, what we know in school is just the tip of the iceberg.
As a man, I don’t even know what happens to the female body after intimacy.
It’s essential to know matters related to our body, even in the opposite sex. This will help us understand how our body reacts to intimacy.
Let’s explain it simply and informatively.
Everything Starts with Her Brain
You have to understand that everything a woman feels begins in her brain.
The stimulation, emotional connection, interest, or attraction. All of it starts from her brain’s reaction.
If they feel good about it, the brain will release chemicals like oxytocin, serotonin, and dopamine, and be transported throughout the body.
However, if she feels negative about the intimacy, chances are that her desire slows down, and she would rather not entertain her pleasure.
The Spark: Her Desire
A woman doesn’t engage in intimacy if she has no desire to do such a thing.
Desire is defined as her spark, which she expressed subjectively as what she aims to experience.
Although there is no exact way to express it, women’s desire builds over time.
Once that spark has begun, expect that a woman may become attentive, aware, and invested in it.
The Heightened Interest: Arousal
When that spark becomes a heightened interest, her body responds to that urge.
At this stage, her entire body reacts to that interest.
However, arousal doesn’t always mean a smooth feeling, as changes related to hormones, medications, menstruation, and stress affect a woman.
Her body manifests certain reactions like erect nipples, swelling breasts, a sensitive clitoris, and an increase in blood flow around the genitalia.
More Intense: “Almost There” Phase
This is the moment when her body feels almost ready for the intimate encounter.
The desire becomes more intense, and her energy is charged for release.
That’s when her heart rate increases more, muscles are slightly tightened, breathing becomes deeper, and her vagina expands to prepare for penetration.
The Peak: Her Orgasm
After a man sustained the woman’s intimate interest, chances are that you may reach the peak of her response cycle.
This is what you call the orgasm.
It is the moment where a woman either feels full, partial, or no pleasure fulfillment.
Her intimate pleasure is always subjective. Expect that there are times she would need more.
The Aftermath: Resting State
After intimacy, the body slowly shifts into the resting state.
This moment is where women feel relaxed, satisfied, emotionally stable, or rewarded.
That’s why aftercare is necessary to assist women from the intense intimacy levels.
What women feel after intimacy is always valid. As the guy, don’t be a cliffhanger.
The Hormones of Intimacy
Intimacy is usually a fulfillment of one’s pleasure. Women may obtain these hormones during and after intimacy:
- Oxytocin: Trust and Bonding
- Endorphins: Calm and Relieving
- Prolactin: Satisfaction and Relaxation
- Dopamine: Rewarding
These chemicals can help women achieve quality sleep, mood stability, a strong emotional connection, and reduced stress.
But be warned that not all women can get these body chemicals. Their overall health and stability can affect the flow of these hormones.
Discomfort in Intimacy
Always remember that women may feel discomfort during intimacy, especially if it’s their first encounter.
However, persistent pain is a different story.
Mild discomfort is always present, especially in the first part of intimacy.
Consult a health professional if pain is accompanied by infection, pelvic floor tension, vaginal dryness, hormonal changes, or an underlying condition like endometriosis.
Don’t let a woman suffer any persistent pain during intimate encounters.
Health Benefits of Intimacy for Women
Women have different experiences when it comes to intimacy.
They also have different levels or triggers to their pleasure.
Although there are numerous factors affecting it, intimacy provides health benefits for them.
Here are some of the benefits they can get from a safe and healthy intimacy encounter:
- Enhanced relationship satisfaction
- Enhanced sleep
- Strengthened immunity
- Reduced levels of stress
- Strong pelvic floor muscles
Intimacy not only fulfills your emotional needs, but also your physiological needs, too.
Understand the Women’s Struggle in Intimacy
The female body is an entire system built around emotions and comfort.
Her body is not frail, but sensitive enough to feel discomfort and sudden changes.
They feel intimacy because the hormones make their body relaxed and active.
As a guy, it is your responsibility to make your intimacy healthy, safe, and comfortable.
If everything goes off, assist her or take her to a health professional.
Be the partner that your woman needed and wanted to maintain her optimal health.