What doctors wish patients knew about getting a vasectomy

By Sara Berg, MS When discussing reproductive health choices, one procedure has been gaining attention—especially since the fall of Roe v. Wade—for its effectiveness: the vasectomy. As individuals and couples explore long-term contraception options, vasectomies have emerged as a popular choice for those seeking a permanent solution—rates have increased by 26% in the past decade. …

33 ways to have better, stronger orgasms

— Everything to know about the 11(!) types of orgasm. By Gabrielle Kassel, Korin Miller and Addison Aloian Look, everyone wants to have a mind-blowing orgasm every time they have sex. But unfortunately, it’s not always that easy. Only about half of women consistently climax during partnered play, and nine percent have never orgasmed during …

When my partner was in the hospital, I missed his ex.

— Polyamory has only made my family stronger. By Alex Alberto Alex Alberto (they/them) is a queer and polyamorous storyteller who lives in Upstate New York. The following is an adapted excerpt from their memoir “Entwined: Essays on Polyamory and Creating Home,” which is available for preorder (out February 19). “Entwined” tells the story of …

What Non-Monogamy Actually Is (And Isn’t)

— According To Non-Monogamous People You might assume non-monogamy is synonymous with cheating. But that’s just not the case. By Kelsey Borresen Non-monogamy has been practiced in some circles for a long time, but recently, there’s been more curiosity about the topic. According to Google data, the term “ethical non-monogamy” has seen more than a …