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How is your sex drive when you take the pill?

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When it comes to sex, hormones are the silent directors behind the scenes. The pill has been a hot topic lately. Many influencers openly discuss why they choose to stop taking the pill after years. What happens to your hormone levels when you are on the pill, and how does this affect your sex drive? LotteLust explains it to you.

Oestradiol gets you going
Oestradiol, a form of estrogen, makes you more easily and quickly aroused and increases your need for intimacy. Oestradiol also regulates the health of your vagina and the lubrication during arousal. When your oestradiol levels are a bit higher, you often feel more in the mood for sex and intimacy. If you have a natural cycle, the oestradiol levels are highest during ovulation.

Unnatural cycle
The contraceptive pill disrupts the natural hormonal balance in your body. In people taking the pill, ovulation is suppressed to ensure that your egg cannot be fertilized. The production of estrogen is also significantly lower, and theoretically, you could have a lower sex drive because of the pill. If you are unsure whether the pill is the right choice for you, read our tips here to choose the right contraception.

The break week: no pill for a while
But here comes the interesting part: the break week. During this week, many women give their bodies a break from the artificial hormones, allowing it to produce a small amount of natural hormones. The body also produces oestradiol. During the break week, the concentration of this hormone is often highest among pill users. And what turns out? This can lead to a significant increase in sexual desire. So, there is a good chance that you will feel more like having sex that week. So don't let a little blood hold you back, but take advantage of this week and dare to enjoy a sensual sexual encounter.

More than just hormones
In short, your sexual activity as a woman is indeed influenced by hormones, and oestradiol plays a crucial role in this. When you are on the pill, your menstrual cycle looks different than normal, but the break week offers you a valuable opportunity to let your natural desires flourish. However, your sexual desire depends on more than just your hormones. Whether you are in love, feeling good about yourself, and generally having positive sexual experiences are also very important factors. If you want to find out if your sex drive can increase, read this article.