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Low-effort fertility tracking coming soon: Priya Ring
Measuring your basal body temperature (BBT) as part of fertility awareness ? There are some great apps to help simplify the tracking , but they still require you to take your temperature every morning. Now imagine a world where you could insert a ring into your vagina that would take your temperature for you… Introducing […]
Taisha, 21, withdrawal and not right now
Taisha hasn’t dated men in a while, but when she did, she usually relied on the withdrawal method , or “pulling out,” to avoid pregnancy. Now that Taisha’s more interested in women, she doesn’t have to worry as much about pregnancy, but she still makes sure she’s covered against STIs by getting tested regularly. Taisha […]
Evelyn, 28, IUD
Evelyn has never been great at following routines, so she chose a super low-maintenance method— the non-hormonal IUD , Paragard. Evelyn chose the non-hormonal IUD because it’s the longest lasting IUD available (up to 12 years!), which also makes it the most cost-effective. When Evelyn was dating, she used condoms and got tested regularly to […]
Johanna, 28, IUD and emergency contraception
Johanna turned her need for emergency contraception into a long-term plan. Instead of going with the EC pill, which may be less effective if you’re above a certain weight , she chose to get a Paragard IUD. Big bonus: The non-hormonal IUD is the most effective form of EC if it’s inserted within 5 days […]
Coconut oil: From the bath to the bedroom
Coconut oil is popular for good reason —people cook with it, drink it, use it as sunscreen (or massage oil, or hair conditioner), make soap out of it, and much more. Here are a few of our favorite uses. Mix equal parts coconut oil and baking soda or brown sugar to create a skin scrub […]
Code Red: How to deal with period leaks and spotting
Surfing the crimson tide. Aunt Flo’s visit. Code Red. Whatever you call it, periods have a way of showing up unexpectedly. If you have a uterus, you probably have a story or two about a surprise attack from your period or an embarrassing leak. Whether you’re spotting from a new birth control method or just […]
June horoscopes: Kicking off summer with some juicy predictions
Summer is here and we’re giddy over lounging poolside while checking out a certain someone’s backside. (What’s summer without a harmless crush or two?) Our astrologer sees a lot to love in June. Read on to see what’s in store for you. Gemini Your brilliant mind has been busy daydreaming about all you desire. You […]
Can an IUD improve your sex life?
We already know that IUDs are really good at preventing pregnancy. But are they good for your sex life? New evidence suggests that, for many people, IUDs have the potential to improve “sexual well-being.” Sexual well-being involves being able to avoid negative sexual things such as violence or unwanted pregnancy, but it also involves more […]
Devon, 19, condoms, withdrawal, and emergency contraception
Devon has been using condoms to protect against STIs and pregnancy since he first started having sex. There are so many types of condoms to experiment with—studded, pleasure packs, and more—and Devon loves trying them out. He notes that flavored condoms can, “add an extra kick to the experience.” Occasionally, Devon opts to use withdrawal […]
Frisky Friday Top 5: Sex positions inspired by nature
This is how birds do it . This is how bees do it . And here are a few positions to try when you feel like doing it animal—or insect—style. The Dragonfly This one starts out with some snuggling, then a little spooning, then the dragonfly magic happens. Here’s how to do it: As you’re […]
