Frisky Friday Top 5: Date ideas for Earth Day
Earth Day is Tuesday, April 22nd and we plan to go out and do something green. Want to join us? Here are a few ideas to inspire you whether you use them for a date, with friends, or on your own. (And if you want to do something green in bed , we can help […]
What gets in the way of good sex?
Truth: Nobody’s sex life is awesome all the time. Sex itself isn’t even awesome every single time. But, if you feel like something is getting in the way of good sex— something that you’d like to explore —take a look at our list of common issues and let’s see if we can help. Mood. Here […]
Frisky Friday Top 5: How to get lucky on St. Patrick’s Day
Green beer. Green dress . Green bra. Green “Kiss Me, I’m Irish” condoms . Saint Patrick’s Day is Monday, March 17th, and we know a lot of you are getting ready to celebrate it . If your plans include looking for love—or hooking up with a lad or lass—here are some traditional Irish superstitions that […]
How to tell if you’re in an abusive relationship
1 in every 4 women will experience domestic violence in her lifetime. 25% of high school girls have faced physical or sexual abuse. 16- to 24-year-olds have the highest rate of intimate violence. A study found that 19% of undergraduate women had experienced attempted or completed sexual assault since entering college. The harsh reality is […]
Adventureland: Tips for exploring new kinds of sex or relationships
When you go someplace new, do you plan your trip so you arrive prepared and ready for anything? Well, that’s a smart strategy for your sex life too. Especially if you’re exploring new kinds of sex or relationships. Here are some things to consider if you’re using new sex toys; experimenting with sexual fetishes or […]
Frisky Friday Top 5: Awesome online sex shops
We told you how to walk into one like you owned the place , but sometimes it’s easier—and more private—to shop for sex toys online. Here are the adult websites we like to explore when we want to be discreet. Just in time to treat yourself to a little something for Valentine’s Day. Now, before […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Dining (and dating) in the dark: Be careful what you put in your mouth
There are restaurants where people dine in complete and utter darkness. The idea is that without sight, your other senses are heightened and the meal becomes a unique, sensual experience. In the name of research, we made a reservation at Opaque in San Francisco to see what happens when you and a date can’t see […]
