Questioning your sexuality? Here are some things to keep in mind.
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By: health
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June 16, 2023
Some people have gone through the process of exploring their sexuality and feel satisfied that they know what they want and how they identify. For others, understanding and exploring their sexuality can be a life-long journey. Unfortunately, we live in a society where exploration outside the strict confines of heteronormativity is often discouraged. And for […]
So…is this normal?
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By: health
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March 10, 2023
We’ve heard a lot of questions about sex and sexual health here at Bedsider, and a great many of them start with, “Is it normal…?” Not to skip to the last page of the book or anything, but the answer is yes. Whatever the question, the answer is that it’s normal and it’s all good […]
7 ways to seduce your partner, inspired by weird stuff cats do
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By: health
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February 17, 2023
Whether you’re a cat person or not (and we think everyone is just one cuddle away from being a cat person), you have to admit that they’ve got a lot figured out. They sleep most of the day, bask in the sun, and do absolutely no work. So in the spirit of learning from the […]
Why you should be scheduling sex if you’re not already
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By: health
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February 3, 2023
Don’t listen to the haters who want you to believe that sex is only good when it’s spontaneous and that scheduling sex is unsexy. While the scheduling itself isn’t necessarily sexy, having sex is, which is the whole point of scheduling it. If you have a lot going on in your life or you just […]
Do you have a sexual aftercare practice?
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By: health
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January 13, 2023
Sexual aftercare is a concept that’s borrowed from the kink community, and it’s an important part of sex, whether the sex you’re having is kinky or vanilla. At its most basic level, sexual aftercare is just you and your partner(s) taking care of each other after sex, both physically and emotionally. What’s the point of […]
Have the best sex of your life in 2023 with these New Year’s resolutions
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By: health
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January 6, 2023
Here at Bedsider, we don’t believe in the kind of toxic “self-improvement” that gets shoved down people’s throats at the beginning of every year. Instead of thinking about shrinking or otherwise changing our bodies, we like to use this time to reflect on how we can bring more pleasure and intimacy into our lives. Here […]
Are my sexual fantasies normal?
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By: health
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December 9, 2022
Do you ever lie in bed thinking about what it would be like to have sex in public? Or maybe you daydream about getting frisky with a coworker. Lots of us fantasize about sex, whether our fantasies are about group sex or wild flings with celebrities or being restrained by a tentacle monster (looking at […]
Is your sex life too penis-centric?
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By: health
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December 2, 2022
When you think about it, it’s easy to see how we ended up with an orgasm gap . From mainstream media to porn*, sexuality is often portrayed in a very penis-centric way. Within this viewpoint, it isn’t sex unless it involves penetration with a penis. And penile ejaculation is the goal and the finish line. […]
How to visit a sex shop with your partner in 6 steps
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By: health
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November 4, 2022
Trying something new in the bedroom can open up a whole new world of possibilities for pleasure and fun. But getting there can be a little tricky sometimes. Even the most confident and adventurous among us can find ourselves a little tongue-tied when it comes to sex. We’re here to walk you through one great […]
How to turn up the heat this weekend
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By: health
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September 9, 2022
1. Send a sexy message Too busy to actually have IRL sex of any kind this weekend? That’s okay, have the virtual kind instead. Sexting is one option , as is emailing (sexmailing?). If you need some dirty talk tips, we’ve got you covered . 2. Take your time If you know the art of […]