Why Is My Vagina Vibrating? What You Need to Know

Updated Sept 2024

Its quite common to experience twitching, tingling and pins and needles sensations in parts of our bodies. These sensations can be caused all sorts of things, such as prolonged pressure on a hard surface, tying your laces too tight, or sitting with your legs crossed, and are so common we don’t usually take much notice. 

A particular ‘favourite’ of mine is that weird twitch you sometimes get in your eyelids. Please tell me that’s not just me? I can never quite believe that no one else can see it, it feels so extreme!  

But have you ever experienced a vibrating vagina? What’s that all about?

 

It sounds like something different altogether, doesn’t it? Like the blog content from a totally different kind of page, but if you have ever experienced a vibrating, twitching, or pulsing sensation in your vagina or groin area, you most definitely are not alone. 

Why Is My Vagina Vibrating?

You probably very often wouldn’t even notice it. When you are busy or moving around, you might not notice it. But when you take a moment to relax or get cozy for the night, it appears. 

That occasional buzzing, tingling or vibrating sensation in or around the vagina like you’ve left your mobile in your pocket. In most cases, this vibrating feeling or a pulsating vagina is normal and not a cause for worry. It has several harmless reasons. 

The particular cause in each individual case is not always clear, and because it comes and goes, it is hard to identify, especially since due to its sporadic nature, women often are reluctant to mention it to their doctor.

What Causes a Vibrating Sensation in the Pelvic Area?

Here's some of the potential causes of vibrating sensation in the pelvic area and vagina:

Pelvic Floor Dysfunction

Pelvic floor dysfunction describes a decrease in the control of the muscles in the pelvic floor area, leading to incontinence or pain, as well as muscle spasms and the feeling of vagina twitching.

When the pelvic floor muscles spasm, this can feel as though the area around the vagina is vibrating. These disorders of the pelvic floor can be caused by childbirth, menopause, straining, obesity and ageing.

Muscles Spasms

A muscle spasm is an involuntary contraction of one or a group of muscles and when these spasms in the pelvic floor occur, it can cause what feels like a vibration.

Several factors might cause these pelvic muscle spasms, including anxiety or stress, fatigue, or nutritional deficiencies, as well as reactions to caffeine and certain drugs. 

Sitting for Extended Periods of Time

Your posture, while sitting, or the amount of time you spend sitting can cause or worsen vaginal vibrations, and spasms, due to the excessive pressure on the vaginal muscles.

Hormonal Changes

Hormone changes, either due to the menopause or side effects of medication, can impact the bodies musculature, leading to vibrations and twitches in the vaginal area.

Excessive Caffeine Intake or Dehydration

Too much coffee (more than 400mg a day, according to the Mayo clinic) or not enough water can cause involuntary muscle cramps of spasms anywhere in the body, including the vagina.

Vaginismus

Vaginismus is an uncommon condition that causes muscle contractions or spasms in the vagina area. This can happen at any time, such as when you are inserting a tampon, having sex or any other kind of penetration. 

Vaginal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection, Sexually Transmitted Infection

Symptoms of an infection could possibly feel like tingling or buzzing in the vagina. It's always worth getting this checked out with your GP to be ruled out if nothing else.

 

How Do I Get Rid of Internal Vagina Vibrations

These vibrations are rarely painful, and as we mentioned above, they are usually benign and nothing sinister, however they can be distracting.  Here's how you can get rid of vagina vibrations:

Change Your Posture When Sitting

Practice good posture while sitting and make sure you are moving around often. Taking a break every 45 minutes is a good idea to relieve the pressure on you pelvic floor.

Reduce Stress Levels and Caffeine Intake

It is a good idea, not just for reducing vaginal vibrations, but generally, to reduce the amount of stress and caffeine as low as possible, and ensure your water intake is high enough. 

Dehydration is bad news on every level, so get that water in! Also make sure you are getting enough sleep.

Do Your Kegels

Kegel exercises are designed to strengthen weak pelvic floor muscles. So a consistent routine of Kegels will help prevent spasms in this area and help to switch off those not-so-good vibrations! 

Have a look at our 4 week programme and maybe consider incorporating Kegel weights into your daily routine.

If you are experiencing a pulsating vulva, or wondered what the buzzing feeling in your groin is and are concerned, it's important to talk to a healthcare provider for an evaluation and proper diagnosis.

If you would like to learn more about how Kegels (pelvic floor exercises) can help you, our Kegel weights come with a 6 week plan to improve your pelvic floor health and symptoms relating to pelvic organ prolapse, urinary incontinence and more.

About the Author: Secret Whispers was founded by Julie Colan, a dedicated mum and health enthusiast who identified a gap in effective pelvic floor strengthening solutions. Driven by her own experiences, Julie set out to enhance pelvic floor awareness and education. Helen Rankin, who founded Cheeky Wipes and Cheeky Pants and developed a range of environmentally friendly 'Simple Reusables', has now taken over Secret Whispers. Helen brings a wealth of experience in sustainable product development, recognised by the prestigious Queens Award in Enterprise for Sustainable Development in 2021. Together, their shared mission continues to empower women with reliable health and wellness solutions.