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11 things that are better than sex
Yeah sex is great or whatever. But sometimes life brings a dry spell or a “ not right now ” phase. So we’re here to tell you that there are at least 11 things better than sex (and probably more than 11!). Here they are: Learning all the words to Castaways and singing it on […]
Breaking free from an abstinence-only past
Picture this: a 14-year-old girl is at the peak of body confusion and a hormone tsunami when her mother comes to her school to give a special presentation to her class about why abstinence is the only safe form of birth control. Yep, that was me. Having grown up in a religious household and spent […]
Fact check: 10 things that aren’t birth control and 17 things that are
Good news and bad news, folks. The bad news is that the following 10 groceries are NOT birth control: Papaya Neem Asafoetida Figs Ginger Smartweed Wild yam Pennyroyal Black cohosh Angelica The good news is that these 17 things ARE proven methods of preventing pregnancy! And if what you’re after is something that doesn’t have […]
How to thrive during your dry spell
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. […]
Making the pledge: What research says about abstinence-only education
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 […]
Real Stories: 5 women on how birth control is helping them win their future
For some of us, the nine-to-five grind is a much more comfortable speed than ‘round-the-clock parenting—at least for now. For others, babies aren’t in the picture at all. And though being a working woman and a mom can be an amazing and rewarding combo, some moments are probably better for bringing kids into the mix […]
Real Stories: LGBTQ folks talk birth control
Depending on your reproductive system and the reproductive systems of the people you sleep with, there’s a good chance you may need birth control at one point or another. Pregnancy can happen anytime someone with a uterus has vaginal sex with someone with a penis, no matter their gender identity or sexual orientation. Even if […]
No, not now, or maybe never: How to take no for an answer
Consent is an ongoing agreement that lets you know if a partner wants what you want. And knowing how to hear “no” is just as important to consent as knowing how to say it . Whether you’re asking for a date, a snuggle, or a hookup, enthusiasm should be the norm. Here are some ways […]
5 myths about virginity, busted
What is a virgin? The word is generally understood to refer to someone who’s never had sex, but that leaves a lot of room for interpretation. Does oral sex count? If a woman only has sex with other women, is she a virgin? A woman who has only experienced forcible intercourse or rape is considered […]
How to get intimate without getting it on
Whether the circumstances just aren’t right or you’re saying “not right now” as a form of birth control , there are plenty of ways to connect without having sex. Here are some of our favorites. Discover your love language. Expressing intimacy is different for everyone, so figure out what makes you and your partner feel […]
