As a sexual health professional, the spread of misinformation and myths on the internet around sex and sexuality is alarming. So I’ve decided to create a shortlist to debunk them for you. Here we go…. “An orgasm can burn 100 calories.” Don’t we all wish! In actuality, one hour of sexual activity burns about 150 calories. …
Has sex with your partner become less spontaneous? Sometimes there’s this idea that when spontaneous sex stops, so do romance, passion, and eroticism. But that doesn’t have to be the case! While a lack of spontaneous sex can lead to a dip in that passion if left alone, spontaneity isn’t the only way to grow …
When there’s an issue in your sex life, it can feel like the end of the world. Our closest relationships are important to us; as humans, we need connection to survive. When something is going on that gets in the way of us feeling close to our loved ones, it can be devastating and brutal …
Adding sex toys to partnered sex can increase pleasure, build connection, and provide fun. You may have used toys on your own before but wonder how to introduce sex toys to a partner. It can seem intimidating to bring sex toys into the bedroom when having partnered sex, but it doesn’t have to be! Why …
Have you ever used sex toys on your own? Sex toys are popular and growing in popularity, but they can be intimidating for many people who have no idea where to begin. Lots of people assume that sex toys are only for people with vaginas, but there are toys out there for everyone. Adding sex …
Is it sex that lasts a long time? Sex that gives you a mind-blowing orgasm? Sex that’s spontaneous, sex that’s kinkier, or steamier than usual? Does it include toys? Does it include dirty talk? Is there foreplay involved? Is it part of a larger, flirty game between you and your partner, or is it just …
Have you ever tried to initiate sex, but your partner wasn’t interested? It can be a strange feeling to deal with, especially if it’s a topic you feel you can’t talk about. There are a lot of ideas out there about what a “normal” sex life is, and it can be a source of shame …
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Do you ever feel like you can’t get out of your head during sex? You’re not alone. Many people experience difficulty staying in the present moment during sexual encounters for a number of reasons, so much so that there’s a term for it: spectatoring. We’re all busy, complicated people, so there’s often a lot on …
If you’re looking to have better sex with your partner, have you considered the answer may just be talking about it? Enjoyable sex is where imagination, playfulness, and open communication meet. Beyond the basic necessity of communication in sex for things like consent and assessing everyone’s comfort level, openly communicating more in bed can make …
Do you feel comfortable talking about sex? Being a sexual person in the United States can be a rollercoaster. On the one hand, we have magazines like Cosmo and Men’s Health with headlines about sex at the end of every grocery store aisle (raise your hand if you learned a lot of interesting terminology at …
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