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Health Facts: Did You Know?

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Condoms are good for birth control and STI prevention. Find the right fit and use lube for the best sensation.

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Having a weak or tight pelvic floor can cause pain and sexual dysfunction, but physical therapy can help.

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Is masturbation healthy? Yes! Despite myths it won’t cause hairy palms, blindness, or other negative side effects.

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Chlamydia is a common STI. It often has no symptoms, but can cause infertility if untreated. So get tested!

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Using lube is good for your health. It helps prevent condoms breaking, and reduces the chance of skin abrasions.

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Orgasms release feel-good brain chemicals like serotonin and endorphins benefitting your mental and overall health.

Sexual Health (noun)

/sɛkʃuəl hɛlθ/

Sexual health is not only the absence of disease, it’s about sexual wellness and having positive and pleasurable sexual experiences.

Having a solid knowledge of sexual health, including STI prevention, birth control options, and understanding of anatomy is essential for being able to look after your own wellbeing and the wellbeing of your partners.

“Sexual health is a state of physical, mental and social well-being in relation to sexuality. It requires a positive and respectful approach to sexuality and sexual relationships, as well as the possibility of having pleasurable and safe sexual experiences, free of coercion, discrimination and violence”. World Health Organisation

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Pelvic Floor Health For Everybody

Maintaining a healthy pelvic floor is important for everybody, regardless of gender or anatomy. Learn how to do Kegels and other pelvic health exercises.

6 Ways The Pandemic Impacted Our Sex Lives — And How We Can Bounce Back

COVID may have affected our sex lives in more ways than you think.

5 Relationship Deal-Breakers To Watch Out For

What might be a relationship deal-breaker for one person, may not be for another. While red flags are subjective, it’s important to consider if the issue means it’s time to call it quits or if you and your partner are willing and able to work through it.

Unlearning Shame

What Is Sex Addiction?

Some people with very high sex drives are diagnosed with “sex addiction.” But is sex addiction even real? What should you do if you think you’re a sex addict?

Sex After 50: How To Keep The Spark Aglow

While aging can occasionally pose new physical or emotional challenges when it comes to having sex, there are some amazing perks to having sex later in life.

What Is Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) And How Do I Treat It?

You may be panicking if you’ve noticed a vaginal odor and discharge, or if your gynecologist has called and told you that you have BV. But don’t worry: There are a few quick and easy ways to treat this infection.

How The Menstrual Cycle Affects Libido

Many factors can influence libido, and we are continually learning more and more about the connection between libido and hormones throughout the whole menstrual cycle!

What is Menopause?

You deserve pleasurable sex at any age.

8 Myths About Sex And Disability, Debunked

There is so much misinformation about sex and disability. We’re here to set the record straight.

6 Common Health Issues For Those Having Sex Later In Life

Just because your body may experience some changes doesn’t mean sex can’t still be amazing.

What To Do If You Experience Pain During Sex, But Want It To Last Longer

Sex shouldn’t be about putting up with pain but about finding pathways to pleasure despite the hurdles.

Best Cuddling Positions To Try — And What They Mean

There are so many different ways to snuggle up.

5 Health Benefits of Cuddling To Make You Wanna Snuggle Even More

Not only does cuddling feel good, it can actually be good for you.

Why Does My Penis Hurt?

Different causes for why your dick hurts will require different treatments. That’s why it’s important to recognize the symptoms.

An STI Scare Revealed My Lack Of Queer Sex Ed

No one had ever told me I should use protection when having sex with non-cisgender, non-heterosexual people.

Pregnancy & Childbirth

Fertility Treatments For Queer People: Options And Resources

Here’s what queer people can expect if they’re seeking fertility options.

How To Have Safer Sex If You Have An STI

Everyone deserves to enjoy sex, pleasure, and dating — regardless of STI status.

How I Learned To Date Again After My Herpes Diagnosis

I made peace with my diagnosis and learned to date with herpes.

Pregnancy & Childbirth

What Sex Feels Like When You're Pregnant

Pregnant sex can feel different depending on what trimester you’re in.

The Best Sex Positions For When You Have Bad Period Cramps

Don’t let periods cramp your (sex) style.

Vaginal Atrophy: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Forty percent of people experience VA.

I Caught Gonorrhea - And It Was No Big Deal

When I caught gonorrhea, I thought my dating life would be significantly affected.

Why I Talked About STI Testing With My Midwife

It’s important to speak up and advocate for your own health.

Does Having Sex On Your Period Make It End Faster?

Some people have noticed their periods get lighter (or even stop) after having sex. What’s up with that? We asked experts.

Can Tampons Make Period Cramps Worse? An Investigation

If you notice cramping shortly after inserting a tampon, you’re not alone. Experts explain what may be happening and why you’re experiencing pain.

Using the Clue App Helped Me Finally Understand My Body

Contributing to menstrual health research *and* learning more about my own body? Sign me up.

Orgasm

Best Sex Positions For When You're Pregnant AF

Especially if you’re super pregnant, it might feel impossible to get the position just right!

How Doctors Can Do Better When Discussing STIs With Their Patients

If our doctors won’t even discuss STIs with us, then how can we end the stigma and shame associated with them?

Disabilities

When Should I Reveal My Invisible Disability To My Partner?

If I don’t treat the topic gently and seriously myself, then I can’t expect my partner to.

Birth Control

What Using A Condom Really Feels Like

Whether you’ve never used a condom before or you have and have feelings about it, these folks will give you some real insight.

Things That Get Asked a Lot: “How Do I Get My Wife to Give Me a BJ?”

First of all: That’s not the best way to go about it. Let us coach you through it!

How To Respond If A Partner Discloses A Positive STI Status

Don’t panic, don’t assume, and do your own research.

7 Alternatives to Tampons and Pads

Find a period product that best suits your needs.

Can Sex Kick-Start Your Period? Here’s What Experts Say

Some people have been surprised to find that their period came early after having sex. What’s the correlation? Is there one? Here’s what experts say.

Media

'Sex Education's' Viv Deserved Sex and Her Own Coming of Age Story

Growing up, I never saw TV storylines that made me think I could be pursued.

I Only Learned Throat STIs Exist Because I Tested Positive For One

How had I not known this was possible? And why hadn’t medical professionals even tested me?

Media

How ‘Sex Education’ Season 2 Helped Me Understand My Vaginismus

Despite the concerns I’d already shared with my gyno, ‘Sex Education’ would be where I learned my pain was real and had a name.

Does Having Sex Delay Your Period?

Have you ever had sex only to find that your period weirdly comes later than usual? We asked experts what the correlation might be.

What Period Sex Really Feels Like

If you’re into it, period sex can feel freakin’ fantastic.

Unlearning Shame

Is It OK For My Child To Masturbate?

Caught your child masturbating? Here’s the best advice we can give you on how to respond.

Pregnancy & Childbirth

When Can You Start Having Sex After Giving Birth?

You’ll hear a generic recommendation, but here’s the truth.

I Hate Valentine's Day: Reasons Why 6 Real People Stopped Celebrating

Hate Valentine’s Day? You’re not the only one.

What Does Vagina Taste Like?

Curious how vagina tastes? Let’s get into it!

The Ultimate Guide to STI Testing: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know

A former public health clinic worker is here to make it all feel way less intimidating.

Birth Control

What Does An IUD Insertion Feel Like?

Curious about what an IUD insertion feels like? We talked to real folks who shared their real-life experiences.

What Going to the Gyno Is Like When You’re Disabled

It shouldn’t be this difficult to get a Pap smear.

Safer Sex

Dental Dams: What Are They And Why Should I Use Them?

Heard of dental dams but not sure what they are, or how to use them? Consider this your dental dam 101!

Why Comments About Lizzo Being “Unhealthy” are Dangerous and Inaccurate

“If we are truly rooted in promoting health, acknowledging fatphobia as harmful is the start.”

Ariel Winter & Sarah Hyland Talk Going Through Puberty On ‘Modern Family’

“Imagine if, instead of only your Aunt Susan commenting on your ‘nice figure,’ you had legions of strangers weighing in.”

Cómo La Masturbación Me Ha Ayudado A Manejar Mi Dolor Crónico

Cuando comencé a usar el orgasmo como una herramienta para controlar el dolor, se debió a una mezcla de curiosidad y desesperación por algo que pudiera ayudar, aunque fuera temporalmente.

I'm A Sex Educator, And My Herpes Diagnosis Made Me Feel Like A Hypocrite

My work is rooted in liberation and destigmatization, yet I was still affected by my own internalized shame.

Should I Pee After Masturbating?

Do I *need* to pee after masturbating? It depends.

What Does Watery Semen Mean?

Does your semen seem more watery than usual? Here’s what might be causing that — and what your treatment options are.

What Should I Do If I Have an Ingrown Hair on My Labia?

It happens to the best of us! Here’s what to do.

Poly

I'm In A Poly Relationship. This Is What STI Testing Is Like For Me

“Can you tell me about your other partners?” It was a question no gynecologist had ever attempted asking me before.

Living In Different Bedrooms Makes My Relationship So Much Better

We love alone time almost as much as we love each other.

After 17 Years Together, My Husband and I Are Finally Talking Boundaries in the New Year

Let’s all practice better communication with our partners in 2020.

Selena Gomez Dice Que La Avergonzaron De Su Cuerpo Después De Su Diagnóstico De Lupus

Gómez ciertamente no es la única que ha sido "en mal estado" por los shamers en las redes sociales.

No Te Sientas Mal Por Cambiar Tu Apellido Después De Casarte

Para mí, se sintió liberadora.

Más Y Más Millennials Y Gen Z Están Eligiendo La Abstinencia: Este Es El Motivo

En realidad, esto puede ser una señal de que los jóvenes poseen verdadera y plenamente su agencia sexual.

Lili Reinhart Hizo Un Buen Comentario Sobre Los Efectos Nocivos De Las Aplicaciones De Photoshop En La Imagen Corporal

No somos una sociedad de "talla única", y gracias a Dios por eso.

Cómo Ser Más Vulnerable: 8 Métodos Que Realmente Ayudan

¡La vulnerabilidad es difícil! Pero tenemos algunos consejos para ti sobre cómo trabajar en tu vulnerabilidad y las formas de como hacerlo más fácil.

¿Es Posible Detener Tu Período Una Vez Que Comienza?

Lo entendemos. Los períodos pueden apestar. Sangrado abundante, calambres dolorosos, dolores de espalda, dolores de cabeza y más síntomas son algunos de los que generalmente acompañan los períodos. ¿Pero puede detener su período una vez que ya está en marcha? Lo investigamos por ti.

6 Razones Por Las Cuales Está Bien Ser Anticuado En Tu Relación

Si siempre has sido “anticuado” sobre las relaciones, no estás solo.

5 Preguntas Esenciales Para Hacerle A Tu Ginecólogo

Muchas de nosotras nos sentimos nerviosas al hacer preguntas sobre sexo en una cita con el ginecólogo, pero su médico puede ser un gran recurso.

I’m Not A Flake, I’m Just Depressed: Dating With Seasonal Affective Disorder

To cancel plans, or not to cancel plans.

Vaginal Sex

Ashley Graham Opens Up About Getting It On While Pregnant

Is it ok to have sex during pregnancy? We checked the research and chatted with a doula about prenatal practices, sex tips, and important risk factors.

What It Means If You Have an Itchy Penis

Before you panic, read up on why you may have an itchy penis. It could be anything from a common STI to masturbating without enough lube.

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Precum

Here’s what pre-cum is, why it’s there to begin with, and if it can get you pregnant.

New York May Ban "Virginity Testing" Thanks to T.I.

“We don’t live in medieval times.”

Do You Really Need To Clean Your Vagina/Vulva?

TLDR; no, you don’t have to clean your vagina/vulva. But if you *want* to, here’s the safest way.

Being A New Mom with Crohn's And A Wife Isn't Easy. Here's How I Navigate My Relationship

My partner was there for me when Crohn’s left me hospitalized and bedridden. Now he’s supporting me in our journey as parents.

How Often Should You Get Tested For STIs? Here’s The Lowdown

How often should you get tested for STIs? Well, like so much when it comes to sex, it depends.

Is It Possible To Stop Your Period Once It Starts?

We get it. Periods can suck. Heavy bleeding, painful cramps, backaches, headaches and then some typically accompany periods. But are you able to stop your period once it’s already going? We looked into it for you.

This Is What HIV/AIDS Looks Like, From The 1980s To Now

“Today, it’s not a death sentence. That’s major.”

How We Can Actually Support People Living With HIV and Combat the Stigma Around It

December 1st is World AIDS Day — a perfect time to discuss supporting the HIV-positive community.

How To Disclose That You Have An STI

Navigating dating after a positive diagnosis can be a challenge, but the most important thing to remember is that you are just as worthy and deserving of sexual and romantic intimacy.

Does Diagnosing STIs Over Chat Forums Online Actually Work? It's Best Not To Try

Taking to the internet to diagnose your potential STI could be really risky.

Itchy Pubic Hair? Here's What That Means, What You Can Do About It

Itchy pubic hair? Let’s get to the bottom of it.

What is an Outie Vagina? FYI, It is Super Common

If you feel self-conscious about your outie vagina/vulva, we’re here to let you know that it’s totally normal!

Lili Reinhart Made A Good Point About Photoshop Apps’ Harmful Effects On Body Image

We’re not a “one size fits all” society, and thank goodness for that.

How To Be More Vulnerable: 8 Methods That Really Help

Vulnerability is hard! But we have some tips for you on how to work on your vulnerability, and ways to make that easier.

What To Do If You Have Friction Burn On Your Penis

Friction burn is totally normal and goes away on its own in about seven days. Worried it might be more than just friction burn? Read on.

High Sex Drive: What’s Normal?

TLDR; There’s no such thing as a “normal” sex drive — but there are ways to deal with perhaps a mismatched sex drive with your partner(s).

What Causes the Uterine Lining to Shed?

Why exactly does this happen every 23-30 days? Let’s discuss.

Pink Period Blood? Here's What Your Period Colors Are Telling You

50 shades of period blood? Yeah, kinda. Before you stress, read up on what the color of your blood could mean.

Sex Ed

Let’s Talk About Why T.I. Making His Daughter Take A “Virginity Test” With An OB-GYN Is Wrong

“No one should have their hymen trending on the internet right now, and specifically not an 18-year-old freshman in college.”

More And More Millennials And Gen Z Are Choosing Abstinence — Here's Why

This may actually be a sign that young people are truly and fully owning their sexual agency.

Una Cantidad Sorprendente De Personas Creen Que Las ITSs Se Pueden Contraer De Un Inodoro

Una cantidad sorprendente de personas todavía piensa que puede contraer una ITS desde el asiento del inodoro. Y la falta de educación sexual adecuada es la culpable de la propagación de esta información errónea.

¿Eres Un Ecoista En Tu Relación?

¿No te gusta ser el centro de atención? ¿Eres un gran oyente? No te preocupes por tu pareja ser el centro de atención *todo* el tiempo? Puedes ser un ecoista.

¿Es Necesario Cenar Todas Las Noches Con Su Pareja? Sí y No.

Los expertos dicen que el secreto de una relación saludable es cenar juntos. Pero, ¿ese es realmente el caso in 2019?

Demi Lovato No Se Avergüenza De Su Celulitis. Aquí Está Por Qué Eso Importa.

“Este es mi mayor miedo. Una foto mía en bikini sin editar. ¡Y adivina qué, es CELULITIS! ”

What Selena Gomez Can Teach Us About Her “Toxic Love” With Justin Bieber

“You promised the world and I fell for it / I put you first and you adored it.”

Clit

What Does It Mean When You Have an Itchy Clit?

Here’s why you may be experiencing an itchy clit, and ways to treat it.

Um, Why Is My Period So Light? 6 Reasons Your Flow Is Lighter Than Normal

Way lighter flow than normal? Let’s talk about why that could be the case.

Do You Ovulate Before Or After Your Period?

So, what comes first: bleeding, or ovulation? Let’s dive in, shall we?

6 Myths About Living With AIDS That We Need To Unlearn

In honor of AIDS Awareness Month, let’s clear the air and end stigma.

5 Essential Questions to Ask Your OB-GYN

Many of us feel nervous bringing up sex questions at an OB-GYN appointment, but your doctor can be a great resource.

Healing From Trauma

The Kind Of Domestic Violence We Don’t Talk About Enough

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and I’ve finally processed what I survived a decade ago.

Sapiosexual

The Musician Who Wrote "Shallow" Came Out As Sapiosexual

The term “sapiosexual” is fairly new, yet the phenomenon it describes certainly isn’t.

A Surprising Amount of People Think You Can Get an STI from a Toilet Seat

A surprising amount of people still think they can get an STI from a toilet seat. And a lack of proper sex ed is to blame for the spread of this misinformation.

‘Queer Eye’s’ Jonathan Van Ness Is Breaking the HIV Stigma, Once and For All

The ‘Queer Eye’ star wants to help reshape what we think we know about HIV and AIDS.

How I Navigate My Sex Life When I’m Depressed

This is how one writer communicates about sex with her partner when she is in the throes of depression.