Let’s talk about (safer) sex
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By: health
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November 29, 2017
Having a conversation with your partner about safer sex can be intimidating for a lot of people. Safer sex is a general term that is used to describe all of the ways partners can choose to prevent the transmission and acquisition of HIV and sexually transmitted infections (STIs), but when thinking about bringing up safer […]
Written in the stars: Sex for every zodiac sign
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By: health
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November 24, 2017
Have you ever wondered what your zodiac sign can tell you about your sex life? Astrologer and Broadly columnist Annabel Gat gave us the lowdown on how our zodiac signs influence our bedroom behavior. Scorpio As the sexiest sign in the zodiac, Gat says elements of danger and taboo are key for Scorpios. “Even if […]
Do we have yet another reason to love the IUD?
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By: health
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November 21, 2017
Long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs) are those birth control methods—like the IUD —that work really well at preventing pregnancy without you having to to do anything special on a daily (or even yearly) basis. We love them because they’re easy to use, very effective, and when you factor the overall cost over time, they’re super affordable. […]
How to speak lingerie: Chemise, camisole, and teddy
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By: health
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November 17, 2017
Chemise What it is : A short or long sleeveless, strappy slip, typically with an A-line silhouette that is tighter around the bust and flowy around the bodice and waist. When to wear it : Lounging around the bedroom or, in some instances, lounging around the pool as a swimsuit coverup. Camisole What it is […]
How to thrive during your dry spell
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By: health
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November 14, 2017
If my sex life was a town, “Population: 1” is the sign you’d pass as you drove through. Some days I love everything about my dry spell. But other days it’s hard, and I focus on staying positive. When I ended my last relationship, I thought I would be back “out there” in no time. […]
4 naughty GIFs to send on Thanks, Birth Control Day
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By: health
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November 10, 2017
You know what makes great sex even better? Knowing that your birth control is covered! Effective birth control allows you to control your sex life and plan for the future on your own terms. That’s why we’re celebrating Thanks, Birth Control Day on November 15th. Wanna celebrate the day by getting your flirt on? We’ve […]
Making the pledge: What research says about abstinence-only education
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By: health
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November 7, 2017
Many of us have heard of abstinence-only education. It’s a form of sex-ed where you’re told not having sex is the only way to prevent pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). This form of sex-ed, which began in the early 1990s, often includes taking a pledge not to have sex until after marriage. We’re totally […]
Frisky Friday Top 5: Videos to cheer you up in seconds flat
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By: health
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November 3, 2017
While we always hope you’re having a great day, we know that those down-in-the-dumps moments come along once in a while for everyone. Sometimes it’s a shitty situation, sometimes it’s hormones, and sometimes you’re just feeling low and don’t know why. Whatever it is, we’re here to put a smile on your face ASAP. Five […]
November horoscopes: Things are starting to heat up
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By: health
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October 27, 2017
Some of us might already be planning Thanksgiving dinner, but the kitchen isn’t the only place we’re cooking this month. Whether it’s work, love, or sex, things that were on the back burner are finally heating up. See what the stars have in store this November. Scorpio Get ready for a resounding yes in every […]
#HandsOffMyBC: What you need to know about the new birth control rules
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By: health
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October 24, 2017
UPDATE: On December 15th, a federal court temporarily blocked the Trump administration’s birth control rules from going into effect. So for now no co-pay coverage of the full range of birth control methods is still required for most plans. We don’t know how long this will be the case, but continue enjoying those sweet $0 […]