Gabrielle Kassel

No shade — romantic orientation isn’t talked about much! That’s why we put together this explainer. Because we think understanding how and why we make connections can help us lead more intentional, fulfilling lives — especially dating lives. So here’s what you should know about romantic orientation.

When I started writing this article, I wrongfully assumed ONLY the sloshed, sleepy, and sad were Team Spooning Sex. But according to the results of my ~very scientific~ Instagram poll, most pleasure-seekers aren’t only fans, they’re eager to wax poetry about the oh-so-cozy position.

As a sex educator, picking a favorite sex toy feels like to a parent picking a favorite kid: A big faux pas. I’m breaking the rules to let you in on a little secret: Not only do I think harnesses are the most under-appreciated pleasure aid on the market, they’re also my personal number one.
That’s why I put together this harness shopping guide. Here, I explain why I’m *heart-eyes* for harnesses, plus the best in six key categories, including: best for beginners, best for penis-owners, and more.

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) aren’t like Mary Poppins — they can’t appear out of thin air. But there are a couple ways you can “give” yourself an STI:
You already have an STI in one part of your body and transfer it from one place to another.
You use something (e.g., needles, vibrators) that’s carrying infectious pathogens.

Breathe, baby!
Sure, sometimes loss of sensation is a sign of an underlying condition. But other times, it’s just your body doing what it does best: change!
Here’s what you need to know.

With the pelvic floor muscles, there’s a Goldilocks zone. You don’t want them too weak, and you don’t want them too active.

If they skew in either direction, it’s considered pelvic floor dysfunction.

Welcome! If you’re here, you’re considering getting a copper IUD — or your boo, BFF, or kiddo is — and you’ve got Qs.
Luckily for you, Info Seeker, we’ve got answers.

From “what’s the difference between ogling a model and a porn star” to “are free porn sites bad,” if you’ve got Q’s about adult content, this guide is for you.

If phone sex wasn’t so good, Say Anything and Soulja Boy wouldn’t be singing about it. And if video sex wasn’t so hot, it wouldn’t have weaseled its way into “Grey’s Anatomy” and “Euphoria” plotlines alike.

But despite common misconception, virtual sex doesn’t start and stop with the phone and video banging.

Below, learn about all the smutty, slutty, and yes, even orgasmic types of virtual sex.

Ethical. Feminist. Independent. Amateur. Pro-amateur. Buzzwords abound in the adult entertainment industry.
Unfortunately, many of these terms have been co-opted by production companies for marketing purposes, and therefore now mean farrr less than you’d hope.
Read on to learn what feminist and ethical adult content claim to be.

IUD removal is usually easy-freaking-peasy. Typically, a healthcare provider just pulls on the string that hangs from the device, the “T” arms fold in, and the little bugger comes out.

Given that, you may be wondering if it’s OK to remove the device on your own at home.

The short answer: It’s best to have your IUD removed by a healthcare provider

There’s nothing like the targeted action you can get from manual masturbation, and one of the best ways to dial up a solo session is the small but mighty finger vibrator. Generally made to fit—you guessed it!—your digits, finger vibrators slide onto your finger or between them, essentially putting the power pleasure right into the palm of your hand.

From the individual body to ecosystem, the potential benefits of a plant-based diet have been well-documented. It’s been touted to do everything from decrease risk of cancer to reduce your carbon footprint, and more.

Whether your wrist is decked out with a fancy fitness tracker or not, likely you’ve heard somewhere, at some point or another, that you should aim to take 10,000 steps per day. But is that really true?
Here’s what you need to know about where the “10,000 steps a day” advice came from, what its proposed benefits are, and how to best get your steps in.