How to Maintain a Clean and Healthy Vagina

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Find a good gynecologist and visit them regularly.

   This means that if anything goes seriously wrong, you can get it sorted fast.
   
   They can also recommend you on better ways to look after your vagina.
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   Step 2: Wear 100% cotton underwear as often as possible

   Although this sort of underwear often isn't very flattering, it allows your skin to 'breathe'
   
   keeping you fresher, and getting rid of bacteria. , This unbalances the pH system and can cause the vagina to become acidic, leaving it unable to clean itself, and open to more bacteria and infections. , If you find yourself with a new sexual partner, try to discuss each others sexual health beforehand, to make sure you won't pass any infections between each other.
   
   If possible, make sure you are both tested for STIs, especially if you don't want to use condoms. , If more than one person will be using them, it is best to put a condom on all sex toys beforehand. , Too much sugary and fatty foods can make your vaginal fluids bitter and smell unpleasant
   - it can help to eat more fruit such as pineapple and strawberries.
   
   Other healthy foods to help your vagina maintain its pH are garlic, and natural or Greek yogurt. ,, Remember to change your sanitary towel/tampon every four hours, especially if you have a heavy flow, to help you feel comfortable. , If you shave, be very careful, it may be best to keep a small mirror on hand to check how you're doing.
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   Step 3: and change it every day.

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   Step 4: Do not use soap.

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   Step 5: Be careful what you're putting inside it.

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   Step 6: If using sex toys

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   Step 7: clean them before and after every use

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   Step 8: using specialized cleaning products available online.

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   Step 9: If you're worried about vaginal odor

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    Step 10: it can help to change your diet.

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    Step 11: Wash your bedding regularly

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    Step 12: to get rid of any lingering germs and dirt.

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    Step 13: While on your period

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    Step 14: it may help to use specialized wet wipes

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    Step 15: to help you stay clean and fresh throughout the day.

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    Step 16: If you wax your pubic hair

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    Step 17: see a professional as much as possible

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    Step 18: at least for the first time you have it done.

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