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All about hormones!
At the most basic level, a hormone is a chemical made in one part of a living thing that travels around and affects other parts of that thing. Hormones are as old as the hills, and probably evolved when life on Earth was nothing but cells bobbing in the primordial seas. The special organs in […]
LOL.OMG.WTF. Sex advice from celebrities
Famous people are always good for juicy quotes on sex and relationships. Read on and let us know who got it right and who got it oh so wrong. Cameron Diaz : “The best time of day for sex is anytime because it’s sex.” Drew Barrymore : “Love is the hardest habit to break and […]
While you’re in there: Birth control for right after having a baby
Planning for a baby can be overwhelming. You’re dealing with prenatal care, setting up a nursery, making a birth plan, and simply preparing to be responsible for a new life. But the real work starts when you get that newborn home—and the last thing you’re going to want to worry about is an unplanned pregnancy. […]
Am I normal? Let’s take a look and see
You grow up. You develop. You learn to love your body and use it in adult ways. Then one day something catches you off guard and all of the sudden you’re wondering if you’re normal. Let’s tackle a few of those scenarios and find out. Smelling. Sweat glands. Secretions. Bacteria. Men and women have a […]
Generic vs. brand name birth control: But, I thought it was all covered?
UPDATE: President Biden has opened the enrollment period for the Affordable Care Act health insurance plans for 2022. You can now enroll in one of these plans until January 15, 2022, at healthcare.gov . Some states have their own open enrollment periods and websites for signing up. Check to see if your state does . […]
Ring risks: Separating hype from fact
Lately the ring has been making headlines —and some of the stories the articles tell are downright scary. Vanity Fair ‘s piece , titled “Why Is Potentially Lethal Contraceptive NuvaRing Still on the Market?”, asks: “Would a young woman use NuvaRing … if she knew that … there was a 56 percent increased risk of […]
First question of the New Year: What’s your pleasure?
In 2011 we encouraged you to upgrade everything from birth control to sex positions . We kicked off 2012 with tips on how to charm the pants off someone . And last year we challenged you to go after anything your heart desires . This year it’s all about pleasure. Why? Because knowing what turns […]
Happy New Year! Time to make 2014 the stuff of legends
This is it. Your moment is here. With the arrival of 2014, you get a fresh start and the chance to open your heart and mind to a year full of possibility. Want more love? You can absolutely make that happen. Want adventure, romance, fulfillment, bigger laughs, or better sex? All of that can be […]
Take me now: Romantic and affordable weekend getaways
Think a limited budget makes a weekend away impossible? No way. If you really want to get out of town, we’ve got the tips to get you there. Perspective This is not about a week in Paris. ( Start here when you want to plan a longer trip.) This is about 48 to 72 hours […]
Not awkward: 5 tips for talking to anyone about sex and birth control
By Charreah K. Jackson, relationships editor for ESSENCE Magazine. I recently hit the streets of New York with a big sign that said “Let’s Talk About Sex.” As the granddaughter of a southern woman who avoided even saying the word—she would say ‘seg’ if she absolutely had to reference the act—I had come a long […]
