All in Sexual Health

Female condoms are fucking awesome!

Female condoms get a bad rap. People complain they’re awkward, unsightly and unsexy. I used to buy into the bad PR, but after some quality first-dick experience I can definitely say female (internal) condoms are pretty fucking great. Besides the extra cost, they’re my most favorite new thing since blow jobs. 

3 tired myths about HIV

HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) has been buried in misconception since the pandemic was first identified in June of 1981. To overcome the challenges caused by HIV and AIDS, it helps to clear up the mistaken beliefs that surround these illnesses. While many questions about HIV remain unanswered, researchers have studied and learned a lot. Understanding and dismissing the following myths will ensure that the transmission of the virus can be contained.

Morning after pill might not work for people over 176 lbs, but don't count it out yet

This is a (maybe) sad day in the sexual health world. According to a new report on Mother Jones, the morning-after pill is not effect at all for women over 176lbs and dramatically loses effectiveness in women over 166lbs. This news comes after HRA Pharma the French manufacturer of Norlevo, a European emergency contraceptive, updated their packaging to reflect these limits.

Check your vagina or gynecology is your friend

 

Facing a first-time visit to the gynecologist is daunting, but the visit becomes a simple walk in the park when the doctor presents you with something far more frightening: the possibility of losing your uterus.

This isn’t just another boring parable told to ensure pubescent girls get their check-ups; it was my unfortunate reality. Skipping lady exams isn’t a lesson you can afford to learn on your own.  Trust me.   

Everything you really need to know about sexually transmitted infections, diseases

Although STIs/STDs are the main focus of most sex education, most people have absolutely no idea about what they’re actually at risk of catching or about what they should worry.  How the hell can you make a smart decision about taking sexual risks if you’re unaware of the risks you’re accepting? So, today, I’ve got a gorgeous way to learn about each of the STIs/STDs you need to know about.