Do you have orgasm burnout? What to know after Nicole Kidmans climax confession on Babygirl set

You can have too much of a good thing.Nicole Kidman hit headlines earlier this week saying she “didn’t want to orgasm anymore” after filming steamy scenes for her upcoming erotic thriller “Babygirl”And doctors have no confirmed that “orgasm burnout” experienced by the Oscar-winner is indeed a very real thing.

“Occasionally you may experience a degree of fatigue or burnout if you orgasm multiple times in a short space of time,” Kalila Bolton, co-founder of women’s sexual wellness platform SheSpot, told Yahoo Life.As Bolton put it: “When you orgasm, a huge rush of chemicals enter the brain, including dopamine and oxytocin – and it may take some time for you to feel balanced again after a particularly intense session.” You may also feel extra sensitive in intimate areas after each orgasm which could create overstimulation and discomfort.“If this is the case, this is a sign to take a break before going again,” advised Bolton.

“To support your sexual health following sex sessions always make sure to drink plenty of water after sex, pee afterwards, and also wash around the intimate area.”Barbara Santini, a psychologist and relationship adviser also revealed to the outlet that orgasm burnout is not just about physical exhaustion but there are psychological and physiological factors that play a part.“While frequent orgasms lead to a surge of pleasurable neurochemicals, like dopamine and oxytocin, the body can experience a saturation point,” she explained.“When this occurs, the brain’s reward pathways become desensitised, meaning what once felt euphoric now feels overwhelming or even underwhelming.

It’s the body’s way of signalling an overload.”In order to address orgasm burnout, Santini advises recalibrating both mind and body.“I advise slowing down sexual activity and focusing on non-orgasmic intimacy, such as cuddling or sensual touch, to reintroduce a deeper connection without the pressure of climax,” she said.“E...