When Touch Feels Impossible: A Vaginismus Journey With Sensory Sensitivities Aug 18, 2025

It’s one of the most emotionally raw, physically frustrating, and often invisible experiences a woman can face: you want to be close, but your body won’t let you. Not out of choice — but because the second anything comes near your vulva or vaginal entrance, your muscles clamp down. Your heart races....

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When the Path to Healing Feels Too Hard: How to Stay on Track When You Want to Give Up

Have you ever had one of those days when you’ve been trying your best — eating better, moving more, committing to your healing — and suddenly the scale goes up instead of down?

Or maybe you’ve been doing your da...

Vaginismus in a Nutshell Jul 31, 2025

Let’s talk about something that so many women experience — but almost no one talks about: vaginismus.

And no, it’s not ‘all in your head’ or just about sex.

I’m Doctor Julia Reeve — a gynaecologist, psychotherapist, and sexologist — and here’s how I explain vaginismus:

It’s not your body bein...

Dr. Julia Reeve is a dedicated women’s health advocate specializing in vaginismus support. She`s a gynaecologist, psychotherapist and sexologist - acombination rarely found. And has two academic degrees - one in human medicine and one in traditional chinese medicine. Through her signature warmth and expertise, she empowers women to find real solutions, overcome challenges, and reclaim confidence in their bodies. At the heart of her work is a commitment to community, open conversation, and evidence-based guidance—making each coaching session feel both professional and personal. When she’s not developing transformative programs at The Vaginismus Zone, you’ll find her adding a dash of humor to lighten the journey and remind everyone that healing can be hopeful and even a little fun.

When the Path to Healing Feels Too Hard: How to Stay on Track When You Want to Give Up

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