Sex Advice With An Edge
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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— For a certain class of extremely online gay man, explicit photos are the go-to gift for friends and followers. By David Mack When David Dulin celebrated his 36th birthday in March, he asked his Twitter followers for just two things: cash donations to his online payment account, and pictures of them in their own …
By Desirée O There’s no doubt that every relationship has its unique dynamic, which is part of what makes them all so special. However, some share the same fundamentals, attractions, and particular preferences. For instance, there are various kinds of female-led relationships, including ones that can end up being quite financially lucrative. That’s especially true if …
— The questions kids ask show the changing reality of sex education By Maani Truu James* was in Year 3 when he walked up to his teacher and asked her what a 69 was. He had heard the number being joked about by other students and wanted to know what on earth they were talking …
— How to have great sex at every stage of life Expert tips on a fun, fulfilling sex life – for teenagers, octogenarians and anyone in between By Rhiannon Batten Age 16-25 Don’t worry if your first time isn’t perfect “It’s not helpful to think of sex as having one big ‘first time’. You’ll probably …
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— How These Latinas Broke Free From Purity Culture By Jessica Hoppe The story of how I lost my virginity — a tale I long held onto — was a lie. A fiction as false as the construct itself, I fabricated the narrative to please my boyfriend. Before we got together, he expressed that my …
— How to Prepare and Do It Safely If you’ve ever considered exploring anal play, it’s natural to have concerns about the potential mess involved. While this mess is nothing to be ashamed of, many people seek a cleaner experience and turn to anal douching. Let’s explore precisely what anal douching is and how to …
— Is there such a thing as a healthy pornography? By Alan McKee We recently saw yet another controversy about sexual representation in Australia. Melissa Kang and Yumi Stynes’ book Welcome to Sex was attacked by the conservative group Australian Women’s Forum, leading to the book being removed from the shelves of Big W – …
— Intentionally spoiling an orgasm could actually improve sex for some people. By Beth Ashley Most people will hear “ruined orgasm,” which are sometimes referred to as “spoiled orgasms” and assume they’re not in for a good time. But, for some people, messing up orgasms during partnered and solo sex when they’re just about to …
— How will your sex life change during pregnancy and postpartum? By Erin T. Fitzpatrick & Samantha Jane Dawson Welcoming a new baby is often a joyous experience for couples. While many couples take time to prepare for the arrival of their bundle of joy, fewer take time to prepare for challenges that can emerge …
By Fenit Nirappil Public health officials are deploying a powerful new weapon in the war against rising sexually transmitted infections: a common antibiotic that works as a morning-after pill. It is the latest advancement as the sexual health field shifts to preventive medicine — not just condoms, abstinence and tests — as the best hope …
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— 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, …
— From breaking harmful patterns to improving their sex lives, more couples are using psychedelics combined with therapy to confront their issues. By Manisha Krishnan The first time Isabel and her husband did MDMA together, they were at Burning Man, just a couple of weeks before their wedding. It was a profound experience. “It was …
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— Identity is ever-changing, it may be difficult to understand where you stand and that is totally okay! Sexuality and identity is fluid, the most important part is letting yourself explore and learn what you feel the most comfortable with. By Eloisa De Farias In this article, we’ll tackle what it means to be rubber …
— “After a year during which there has been very little good news about people’s reproductive health, this is the first solid win in a long time,” says BU gynecologist By Molly Callahan The FDA’s approval of the first over-the-counter birth control pill in the United States could be a revolutionary change in birth control …
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