Sex Advice With An Edge
— And why is it so problematic? Having the power to ‘veto’ your partner’s other partners can have some seriously messy outcomes. By Gigi Engle If you opened up your relationship, would you want the ability to tell your partner’s other partners to piss off if you weren’t down with them? Intrigued? Let’s talk about …
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By Mark Travers Falling in love with two people at once is a genuine and profound experience for many. It’s not merely about divided affection; it’s about an expansive capability to care, connect and commit to more than one person. The decision to form a throuple can arise from various motivations, ranging from a shared …
— Forget dinner and a movie: Let’s see if we can gaze into each other’s eyes for three minutes instead. By Gina Cherelus What happens when you skip the small talk during a date and go straight to hand-holding? For roughly 50 people meeting for the first time inside a candlelit loft in Brooklyn on …
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— There’s a difference between sexual orientation, sexual identity, and sexual behavior. By Kelley Nele “Something that the LGBT community always says is that your sexuality and identity can change at any time, but when it’s the other way around from gay to straight they get angry and say that it can’t.” The former quote …
By Lexi Inks Since the dawn of time — or maybe the “Summer Nights” duet from Grease — situationships and flings have been a fun way to maintain no-strings connections. At one point or another you may have found yourself meeting a friend with benefits or in something situationship-adjacent, or you may have talked about …
— The Rules By Tom Rasmussen Whether open or monogamous, all relationships are defined by rules. Rules, promises, vows even. Now in a monogamous setup there’s usually only one rule: Don’t fuck or fall in love with or flirt or fool around with anyone who isn’t me. It’s an easy rule to follow. And it’s …
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By Serenity Mirabito RN, OCN Sex hormones are chemicals responsible for reproduction and sexual desire. Common female sex hormones include estrogen and progesterone, while testosterone is abundant in most males. Sex hormones are produced by the ovaries, testes, endocrine system, and adrenal glands. Menstruation, age, and certain medical conditions can cause fluctuations in sex hormones. …
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By Claire Fox, GiGi Engle If you’re someone who deals with stress and anxiety, the unwanted mental and physical effects can creep up during the most inopportune times. Perhaps you’re just hanging out, catching up on the latest episode of your favourite TV show and suddenly you begin to worry about everything in your life. …
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By Gabrielle Kassel The phrase “don’t ask, don’t tell” may bring to mind the discriminatory policy from the ’90s that kept LGBTQ+ folks in the U.S. military from sharing information about their sexuality or non-cis gender. But the phrase has another meaning in polyamorous circles: a non-monogamous relationship structure that allows some kinds of physical, …
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— What to know about these often misunderstood relationships By Chantal Gautier Imagine Sarah and John have been in a monogamous relationship for five years. Although they love each other, Sarah, who is bisexual, has recently started feeling an attraction to her coworker, Andrea. This has led to several sexual encounters, leaving Sarah feeling guilty. …
— Exploring the Meaning and Use of the Term Wondering if queer is a slur? Let’s explore the historical context and controversy surrounding its use, and the term’s reclamation. By Daniel Villarreal The use of the word “queer” has become so widespread that it’s now represented by the letter “Q” in the initialism LGBTQ+. However, …
— As research shows that more people are sexing their way through their seventies than ever before, WH unpicks why the thought of the older generation getting their kicks makes people so uncomfortable By Paisley Gilmour As Richard* reaches for the massage oil, Belle assumes her position facedown on the bed. Spreading the warm liquid …
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— The influencer doctors teaching Americans the basics With schools failing American students, OB-GYNs use TikTok to tackle questions and dispel myths By Alaina Demopoulos Some of TikTok’s biggest stars aren’t teen influencers or adorable pets – they are OB-GYNs posting sex education videos. Need to know if you can continue to take antidepressants while …
— Misinformation can be dangerous wherever you find it. Here’s how to stay safe. By Kate Daniel “Is this syphilis? PLEASE HELP,” user Difficult-Parsnip508 posted to r/STD, a page on Reddit that’s devoted to everything and anything related to sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). “I’m female; my last exposure was approximately three weeks ago. I don’t …
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— How sex-tech firms are reinventing the vibrator A new wave of sex toys is designed to combine orgasmic joy with relief from dryness, tension and pain By Linda Geddes At first glance, it could be mistaken for a chunky bracelet or hi-tech fitness tracker. But the vibrations delivered by this device will not alert …
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