Whether you’re in a relationship or not, asking for and giving consent is always required of you. As important as it is, we don’t talk about it enough. So it’s understandable if you’re a little unsure about what it is – and what it isn’t. You may know that when a person says no, they […]
Category: Understanding Sex
Your Guide To Period Sex
Most women skip sexual activity during their period, but there’s no reason for you to skip out on sexytime on your red days, unless of course, you’re uncomfortable with it or not in the mood. […]
Male Orgasm
The most noticeable physical sign of sexual excitement in men is the erection of the penis. The increased blood flow into the penis causes it to stiffen and become larger. As the spongy tissue inside becomes filled with blood, pressure on the veins inside the penis increases which prevents blood from flowing out, hence the […]
Female Puberty
Puberty is a huge turning point in the lives of young women—it is a time of great changes and growth. These changes don’t immediately happen all at once, and can take several months to several years. Puberty is the phase when a person starts to shift from child to adult, and for the girls at […]
What You Should Know About Your Sexual Health
Safety, pleasure, and respect. These are the three things that determine your sexual health. Having sexual health means that sexual rights of all people are respected, protected and fulfilled. Even if you are not yet sexually active, having knowledge about your sexual health is important so that you can make informed decisions about your health […]
What should you do when a condom breaks?
Condoms go through stringent testing and quality control to ensure that they will serve their purpose, which is to prevent unwanted pregnancies or sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Although rare, condoms can still break. One of the many reasons why this happens is improper use or improper storage, such as putting it in a wallet. So, […]
5 Hidden Erogenous Zones No One Told You About
The human body is a marvelous creation. It’s an inexhaustible source of toe-curling sexual pleasure and satisfaction, a complicated network of nerves waiting to be stimulated and we’re off to lalaland. Our first experiences of having sex are often both terrifying and exhilarating (and sometimes awkward). They are our first tentative steps towards a lifetime […]
Male Puberty
Puberty is when a child matures into an adult capable of sexual reproduction. Your body goes through lots of changes that happen slowly over time. All these changes don’t happen all at once but over the course of several months to several years. Most young males will begin to experience these changes between the ages […]
Health Benefits Of Sex
Sex and sexuality are a part of life. Aside from reproduction, sex can be about intimacy and pleasure. Sexual activity, penile-vaginal intercourse, or masturbation, can offer many surprising benefits to all facets of your life: physical, intellectual, emotional, psychological, and social. Sexual health is more than avoiding diseases and unplanned pregnancies. It’s also about recognizing […]
Sexual Assault
Sexual assault is a crime that can refer to any type of sexual activity or contact that you do not consent to. Sexual assault can happen through physical force or threats of force or if the attacker gave the victim drugs or alcohol as part of the assault. Sexual assault includes rape and sexual coercion. […]