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5 reasons to say “thanks!” for birth control
There are so, so many reasons why birth control is important—and everyone’s reasons for saying “thanks” are different. But there are some benefits we can all be thankful for. Here are a few. 1. Birth control lets you decide when—or whether—to get pregnant. Better access to effective methods of birth control means you can have […]
Shake it up: How to add a little oomph to your weekend
Weekend getaways will work. So will making time to set the mood . Wearing lingerie can do it. So can the right birth control . We’re talking about things that can add some oomph to your love life. But for those of you who’ve been there, tried that…here are a few more things you can […]
November horoscopes: It’s going to be a juicy month (and OMG the sex)
The days may be getting colder, but according to our astrologer, things are heating up. Read on to find out what November looks like for your sign and if you have questions, post a comment with your date of birth and we’ll look into it for you. Scorpio You’re magnetic, irresistible, and charming the pants […]
Are you blushing? How to make sex (and birth control) less awkward
Just talking about sex and birth control can be seriously awkward. That’s why we asked Charreah Jackson, relationships editor for ESSENCE Magazine , to tackle that subject and dish out some really good advice . But what about the awkward things that happen when you’re actually getting it on? To get past that awkwardness, you’ve […]
Moving in together: How to get it right
The bed feels bigger, but the closets feel smaller. You discover that only one of you has strong feelings about the color of bath towels. You stop trying to hide every sound and scent that comes out of your body. These are just some of the things you might experience when you decide to live […]
October horoscopes: It’s going to be a bewitching month
There are 31 days in October and every single one of them has the potential to be the best day of the year. Read on to find out where you might have the most opportunities (or the most drama). Then get ready to make Halloween a thriller . Libra Come Halloween, you’re going to be […]
Waiting and wanting: Sex, birth control, and long distance relationships
You’re here. They’re not. You want each other bad and all that pent up longing is enough to make you drive all night, catch a flight, or pick a fight just to release the sexual tension. Long distance relationships aren’t always easy, but we believe in love, so here are a few tips to keep […]
September horoscopes: We see a lot of sex in your future
What does September have in store for your love life? Plenty. How do we know that? We asked a dear friend/kickass astrologer to craft a series of horoscopes specially made for Bedsider. Virgo Painting. Writing. Music. September is all about expressing yourself, Virgo. You might be tempted to channel that into your work or school, […]
Summer ain’t over yet: How to relive camp
Of all the summertime traditions, going to camp might singlehandedly be responsible for more firsts than any other. Yes, that includes slow dancing, kissing, and maybe even schtooping . But it also includes performing in front of a crowd, winning an award for doing what you’re great at, or facing a fear (hello, ropes course) […]
Frisky Friday Top 5: Signs you may need to take a break (from sex)
Sex between two consenting adults is a beautiful thing. (So is using birth control until you’re ready to have a kid.) But if it starts to feel complicated or boring, it could be time to take a break and reevaluate what—or who—turns you on. You might need a break from sex if it feels… 1. […]
