Sex

Ready to have the most intense orgasm of your life? We tapped two sexologists to develop the ultimate guide to female orgasm that’s pretty much guaranteed to get your juices flowing and your toes curling. If you have a vagina, there are *so* many ways to achieve an intense orgasm that go well beyond standard […]

Female ejaculation. Squirting. Female orgasm. The mere mention of each of these terms can prompt an endless series of questions, curiosities, and misconceptions—and even more so when they’re paired alongside each other. Are female ejaculation and squirting the same thing? Is orgasm inevitably linked to either? Is squirting a goal worth striving towards… and achievable […]

Is it possible for your vagina to be depressed? We explore the connection between mental health and vaginal health, dispelling common myths and providing expert insights from gynecologists and mental health professionals. If you’re a Sex and the City fan, you might remember one episode where a usually boisterous and bubbly Charlotte becomes down and […]

Can the practice of mindfulness improve your sex life? In this article, we explore the link between mindfulness and sexual health, and discuss how incorporating mindfulness practices into your routine may lead to better sex. From finding pleasure in daily activities to strengthening the mind-body connection, the practice can serve as a tool to enhance […]

Is it okay or actually “bad” to have sex on your period? Are there any benefits of period sex? Will it inevitably be messy? Doctors separate fact from fiction on all things related to having sex during your period. If you menstruate, you know a thing or two about periods—including that they can be pesky […]

Experts share how to strengthen the pelvic floor—and exactly why you’ll want to do so, regardless of your age or gender. Plus: four of the best pelvic floor exercises you can do at home. When exercising, many of us focus on the main groups, such as the legs, arms, glutes, and core—but these aren’t the […]

Need a reason to masturbate tonight? We’ll give you twelve. Sexual health experts break down the health benefits of masturbation that go way beyond pleasure. The stigma behind masturbation has got to go. No matter what you’ve been told (don’t get us started on sexual health myths), the science is clear: There are many health […]

There’s no doubt about it: sex can be complicated. If you have questions, we’ve got you covered. Experts break down the most common sex myths and facts. Your high school sex education class may have covered the bare bones of sex, but it likely missed a lot of important information. If you have lots of […]

Not all lubes are created equal. Whether you want to invest in your sexual health or need lube for medical reasons, we’ve rounded up the best lubricants to help you feel your best in bed. Let’s get this straight: You shouldn’t feel embarrassed to use personal lubricant—you should feel empowered to use in order to […]

You probably don’t need science to tell you if you’re a night owl or an early bird, but it turns out that your sleep personality, or chronotype, is actually more nuanced than just being a morning person or not. “A chronotype is your body’s natural disposition to be awake or asleep at certain times,” explains […]

An OB-GYN and sex therapist discuss possible causes of low libido in women and strategies to help you feel better about and recharge your sex drive.  There are times, even when the setting seems to be just right, that your body might not feel it’s the right moment for any kind of sex. If this […]

Here, an OB-GYN details the causes of vaginal dryness. Plus: what to do to maintain a healthy vaginal environment with adequate moisture and lubrication. We’ve previously investigated if vaginal discharge is normal. Spoiler alert: In most cases, rest assured that it’s perfectly healthy. Yet on the flip side, there’s another aspect of gynecological health you […]