Breast Cancer and Intimacy: How Kegel8 Can Help
Supporting Your Sexual Health After Treatment – Naturally and Safely
Many women find that life after breast cancer brings unexpected challenges — including changes in intimacy. You’re not alone. In fact, studies show that 1 in 2 breast cancer survivors experience vaginal dryness, pain during sex, or reduced desire. And yet, these issues often go unspoken.
At Kegel8, we believe that your comfort and confidence matter. That’s why we offer gentle, hormone-free solutions designed to help you feel like yourself again.
Why Does Breast Cancer Impact Sexual Health?
Treatments like chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and hormone-blocking medications can cause:
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Vaginal dryness and irritation
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Painful intercourse (dyspareunia)
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Loss of elasticity or tightness (vaginal stenosis)
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Early menopause symptoms
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Lowered libido or confidence
Hormone-based treatments are often off-limits after breast cancer — which makes safe, non-hormonal solutions more important than ever.
Step 1: Ditch the Irritants
If you’re using scented soaps, wipes, or douches — stop. These products can disrupt the vaginal microbiome and worsen dryness. Instead, choose gentle, fragrance-free care.
Step 2: Hydrate & Soothe With Kegel8 Natural Intimate Moisturising Balm
Our Natural Intimate Moisturising Balm is:
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Hormone-free and non-irritating
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Made with nourishing plant oils
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Designed to soothe dryness, reduce friction, and support healing
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Ideal for daily hydration or before intimacy
Think of it as a body lotion for your most intimate skin – formulated to protect and restore, without hormones.
Step 3: Gently Restore Flexibility with Kegel8 Vaginal Dilators
Pain, tightness, or fear after treatment is common – but you can take control again. The Kegel8 Vaginal Dilator Set helps you gently and gradually:
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Stretch and relax the vaginal walls
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Rebuild confidence and comfort
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Ease back into intimacy or prepare for pelvic exams
Used with the Kegel8 Balm, our dilators offer a comfortable, empowering way to move forward — at your own pace.
Pelvic Floor Care After Cancer
After treatment, pelvic floor muscles can become tense or overactive — contributing to pain. Rather than strengthening exercises, many women benefit from pelvic floor relaxation techniques like:
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Diaphragmatic breathing
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Gentle yoga (e.g. Child’s Pose, Yogi Squat)
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Guided pelvic floor relaxation with a physiotherapist
Looking for more support? Kegel8 also offers expert-guided pelvic floor programmes you can do at home.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use Kegel8 products if I’ve had breast cancer?
Yes – our dilators and balm are hormone-free and body-safe, ideal for use during or after cancer treatment.
Will dilators hurt to use?
Start with the smallest size and always use plenty of balm. Go slowly, and stop if anything feels uncomfortable. Kegel8 dilators are designed to be as gentle and supportive as possible.
What if I’m nervous about using them?
You’re not alone. Many women feel unsure at first. But taking that first step – with care and kindness to yourself – can help restore your comfort, confidence, and control.
Real Solutions for Real Women
Breast cancer changes many things — but your intimate health and wellbeing still matter. Whether you're coping with dryness, tightness, or emotional hurdles, Kegel8 is here to support you with safe, effective products and expert advice.
Because reclaiming your comfort is more than possible — it’s essential.
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