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By Beth Ashley Over the past few years, conversations about polyamory have become more and more commonplace. In fact, recent research by Lovehoney has uncovered that, as Brits become more sexually explorative and adventurous than ever, one in four Brits say they would consider an open relationship or some kind of polyamory in their lives, …
— the ultimate guide to dialed-up dirty talk Not sure how to have phone sex? These steamy tips and techniques will turn your smartphone into a hotline By Ness Cooper Talking provocatively and erotically to a lover can help build intimacy and bonding, but sometimes we can’t find the words for it, particularly when in …
Your Queer Guide to Kink, Domination, Bondage, and More Queer sex experts answer your most commonly asked questions about BDSM. By Evelyn Bauer Okay, first things first: BDSM is hot, and I’m not the only one who thinks so. Just look at the latex, leather, and chain outfits featured in Fashion Week collections earlier this …
— Here’s what my sex life is really like By Kimberley Bond When it comes to sex in the 21st century, many of us have left the shame and stigma behind (thank goodness) to enjoy a healthy, safe sex life without judgement. In fact, research has shown that a growing number of us are enjoying …
Jane Fonda has a word. Jane Fonda has paved the way for fearless, sex-positive young women from fitness to self-love. But her stance on sexuality might divide younger crowds. In a radio interview with Andy Cohen, Fonda revealed that sexual wisdom is real and it develops with age. She told host Cohen, “You know, we …
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“When you’ve spent your formative years in the closet, it’s difficult to escape the feeling that you need to make up for lost time.” By Nick Levine We’ve all seen the viral tweet: “Gay culture is being a teenager when you’re 30 because your teenage years were not yours to live.” It’s a heartbreakingly relatable …
— Here’s how. By Elizabeth Chang The Supreme Court ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization is likely to affect abortion access in roughly half the states, most of which either don’t mandate sex education or offer sex education that emphasizes abstinence, an approach that, research shows, does not encourage adolescents to delay intercourse …
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By Cynthia Gorney How do I handle the birds-and-bees speech responsibly? Give up on the idea of presenting the subject in one big talk — you’ll overwhelm your child with more bewildering and even distasteful information than she can process at once. Instead, think of it as a gentle conversation that will take place over …
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Some people with epilepsy may find it impacts their sex life. This may be due to physical changes from the condition, medications, or emotional issues around epilepsy and sex. by Beth Sissons Certain types of epilepsy may cause changes in the brain that impact sexual desire and arousal. Some epilepsy medications may affect sex drive …
It’s Not You, It’s the “Sex Recession” Why desire and hookups are trending downward and what we can do about it By Sarah Laing There’s a recession afoot. Not the looming financial one that rising inflation and a bear market seem to grimly foretell, but another one that’s even more obvious to anyone who’s in …
Happy Gay Pride Month! It’s time, once again, to post my annual pride posting. In my lifetime I’ve witnessed a most remarkable change in societal attitudes toward those of us on the sexual fringe. One only needs to go back 50 years in time. I was 17 years old then and I knew I was …
— Understanding Your Child’s Sexual Development For parents of neurotypical children and neurodivergent children alike, some things are universal. We all want our kids to be happy, healthy, and loved, and we all worry—a lot. By Rachel Andersen One of the biggest concerns we may have for our kids can be how they will handle …
By Matthew Garza Though certain sexual disorders are well-understood in men with diabetes, we know a lot less about the prevalence, impact, and management of sexual dysfunction in women with diabetes. At the ADA Scientific Sessions, Dr. Sharon Parish gave a broad overview of what we do know about this topic. Dr. Sharon Parish, professor …
In the 1930s, Li Shiu Tong’s boyfriend, Magnus Hirschfeld, was a prominent defender of gay people. But Li’s own research has long been overlooked By Nation World News Desk Historians are rediscovering one of the most important LGBTQ activists of the early 20th century—an Asian Canadian named Li Shiu Tong. You probably don’t know the …
By Emily Laurence For many caregivers, the idea of talking about sex with their kids may be uncomfortable. But talking about sex with your kids (which is about more than discussing actual intercourse), is important in order for children to develop healthy sexual attitudes and safe sexual behaviors as they get older. But when exactly …
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