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How to get birth control delivered right to your door
Life is too busy to wait in line for your birth control. Good news—you can skip the pharmacy and order birth control pills , the patch , the shot , and the ring online! For a while now, you’ve been able to shop online for non-prescription methods (like condoms and emergency contraception ). Now several […]
How well does emergency contraception work?
by Kelly Cleland, MPA, MPH. Emergency contraception (EC) is a great way to bounce back after a “whoops” moment and generally back up your birth control . A growing number of people have used EC, but there are still some misconceptions out there. One area of confusion has to do with effectiveness. Effectiveness for EC […]
Happy International Distraction Day (we wish)
Doug the Pug . Irresistible pup dressed up to amuse you. (Or not dressed up, like when he’s in the tub .) Moganji . Mo Ganji is a single line tattoo artist from Berlin. His minimalist style intrigues us. Drake on cake . Like Drake? Like cake? Then you’re going to love what Joy The […]
Thanks, birth control! Accidental pregnancies are dropping
Researchers have been tracking the number of accidental pregnancies in the United States since the 1980s. For all that time, the proportion of accidental pregnancies has stayed right around 50%. Until now. New research shows that after decades of little change, rates of accidental pregnancy in the U.S. have gone down. A few noteworthy stats: […]
One step closer to answers about Essure
UPDATE: Essure will no longer be sold after the end of 2018. Find out more here . The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced their plans to respond to concerns about the safety and effectiveness of the permanent birth control method Essure. Until May 3, 2016, anyone can read and comment on these […]
Bathing beauty: Aromatherapy for your sex life
Like baths? Like fragrances that serve a purpose? Like getting it on between the sheets? Then let the splish splashing commence because we know how to make your next soak a sudsy, scented, seductive experience. These scents are known to arouse and awaken sexual desire—find soap, bubble bath, or high quality essential oils to lightly […]
How to get tested for HIV
Getting tested for HIV is a standard part of health care for U.S. adults. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend that all people between ages 13 and 64 be tested at least once. Your health care provider may recommend testing more often depending on your personal risks. The good news is that […]
March horoscopes: Here comes the sun
Spring is a welcome change. We’re craving sunnier days and simple pleasures like a vase of fresh flowers. Read on to see what good things are coming your way in March. And even if it hasn’t warmed up yet where you are, get ready because it will and it’s gonna be glorious. Pisces There’s plenty […]
Women we love: Photographer. Foodie. Mom. Meet Liana
She photographs her kids’ lunches and if yours were this artistic and adorable, you would too. Liana Herman oozes creativity, color, and joy in everything she does. We love her photography (some of it is even on Bedsider) and her attitude. What do you do? What is your job really all about? I’m a photographer. […]
BTW, you should get tested: How to tell someone you have an STI
Sex is awesome—sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are not. Unfortunately, STIs (a.k.a. STDs) are pretty common , so it’s a good idea to get tested regularly. But what do you do if the test reveals that you have an STI? Step 1: Get on top of your health, Step 2: Share the (uncomfortable) news If you’ve […]
