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During Postpartum...

Women have the single largest drop in hormones 
in their lifetime. It’s like going from taking 100 birth control pills to 0 over the course of 3 days 
post-delivery.

So why does it matter?

Low estrogen causes symptoms that mimic menopause, like vaginal dryness and pain during sex. Breastfeeding and pumping moms will be living in a low-estrogen state until they stop nursing, and if you aren’t breastfeeding, it can still take weeks for hormones to get back in balance

What can you do to address some of these side effects?

Give yourself time to recover and arm yourself with effective products to treat the symptoms. A few of our OB-GYN approved recommendations:

An organic, hormone-free vulva moisturizer that relieves dryness and discomfort. "Best Vulva Balm" - Oprah Menopause O-wards, 2026
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“Highly recommend. New mama in the postpartum recovery phase. Developed bad itches from pads and I’ve tried all the assortments from witch hazel, cortisone cream, different types of rash creams and NONE WORKS!! The cream helped with itches and worked so much better than anything else. It didn’t take everything away but I’m definitely now finally able to get some rest between the feedings finally!”

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Hear from the experts:

Postpartum dryness and what can help

  • Dr. Marcy Crouch, Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist
    Vulvar dryness – why does it happen?
  • Dr. Marcy Crouch, Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist
    Vulvar dryness – why does it happen?
  • Dr. Sara Reardron, Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist
    How to apply a vulvar moisturizer
  • Dr. Sara Reardron, Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist
    How to apply a vulvar moisturizer
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I struggled with dryness & itchiness during and after my recent pregnancy and was SO relieved by VMagic. I applied at night before bed, and then as needed throughout the day if I felt some dryness or itchiness. It provided immediate and long lasting relief. Highly recommend!

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Have had so much dryness in the vaginal area since breastfeeding. This product was recommended by a PFT and I'm so glad I tried it. I like the different options for application and the travel sizes.

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I have never used a product as effective as this. Helps INCREDIBLY with itch and dryness, caused by postpartum hormone changes and breastfeeding!!! Every mama needs this product!!

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I am about 3 months postpartum & I wanted something that was natural, would help balance my PH, and leave me feeling clean, I found all of that in this wash! Thank you!!

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    Love this product , easy to pack and travel on vacation

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    and is natural . The package is neutral as well .

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    Definitely will reorder again, gives me comfort from the itching and irritation!

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    It has given so much relief from the post menopausal symptoms! I now also have the wash which is soothing much more so than regular body wash used in intimate areas!

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Questions?

Do I only need to use these products during postpartum?

While dryness peaks during postpartum due to the drop in hormones. Our pregnancy to postpartum kit was designed to support mama's through all stages of pregnancy - from conception to postpartum.While trying to conceive our kit can help relieve irritation from intimate activity.During pregnancy use the Vulva Balm as a pregnancy safe rich moisturizer to soothe skin as it stretches and becomes itchy. We also recommend our natural Vulva Wash to cleanse without disrupting your natural pH.

Can I use these products if I am pregnant?

There are no ingredients that should restrict use during pregnancy. However, we always recommend consulting with your physician before starting any personal care regimen while pregnant or trying to conceive.

Are Medicine Mama products estrogen free?

All of our products are hormone and soy free.

How fast can I expect to see results?

For optimal skin health, use ®VMAGIC daily, reapplying as often as needed or desired.Results vary, but in a clinical study 79% of users found immediate relief and 92% saw a reduction in dryness with continued use in as little as two weeks.