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fromHuffPost
17 hours ago

Embracing 'Outercourse' Might Totally Transform Your Sex Life

Outercourse encompasses various sexual activities beyond penetration, enhancing sexual pleasure and intimacy.
Women in technology
fromMail Online
1 day ago

Scientists create the first EVER map of the clitoris

The clitoris has been mapped for the first time, revealing its complex nerve structure crucial for female sexual pleasure.
LGBT
fromQueerty
2 days ago

Cavorting with chatbots?! Survey reveals whether people think sexting with AI is cheating - Queerty

AI is transforming interactions within the LGBTQ+ community, impacting relationships and social dynamics significantly.
fromMail Online
3 days ago

Scientists discover the male G-spot is not where anyone thought

The frenular delta, described as a V-shaped or Y-shaped area on the underside of the penis, is packed with specialized nerve endings that create intense pleasure.
Medicine
#parenting
Parenting
fromIndependent
4 days ago

My 10-year-old son watched porn at a friend's house - but I have no idea how to talk to him about it

Reactions to a child's discovery of pornography can influence their willingness to communicate openly.
Parenting
fromIndependent
4 days ago

My 10-year-old son watched porn at a friend's house - but I have no idea how to talk to him about it

Reactions to a child's discovery of pornography can influence their willingness to communicate openly.
Health
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

My Birth Control Is Holding My Sex Life Back. I Want to Be Unleashed!

Choosing the right birth control depends on individual circumstances and medical history, with a focus on personal preferences and libido effects.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
11 hours ago

Before You Share Your Body, Ask: Do They Know You?

Physical intimacy often occurs before emotional intimacy, highlighting a paradox in relationships where vulnerability is avoided despite physical closeness.
London startup
fromQueerty
1 week ago

Buzz builds around unexpected douching hack & hungry bottoms are all in - Queerty

A-BALL is a new invention that offers an alternative to douching for gay men, raising over $233,000 on Kickstarter.
Medicine
fromQueerty
6 days ago

How did bottoms prep back in the day? A brief history of douching - Queerty

A new douching alternative, the A-Ball, raised over $100,000 on Kickstarter, indicating significant interest in modern hygiene methods for sexual readiness.
Relationships
fromHuffPost
1 day ago

The Best Sex Positions For People Over 60, According To Sex Experts

Aging can change sexuality, but satisfying sex is possible with adjustments and a focus on comfort.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

My Boyfriend Has a Naughty Desire. But His Double Standard Is So Unfair, I Think I Have to Reject It on Principle.

Balancing personal desires and partner boundaries is crucial in sexual relationships.
#orgasm-gap
Women in technology
fromHuffPost
2 weeks ago

This Sex Position Reliably Gets Women Off, And You May Not Have Heard Of It

Women in heterosexual relationships often experience fewer orgasms than men, but techniques like the coital alignment technique can enhance sexual satisfaction.
Women in technology
fromHuffPost
2 weeks ago

This Sex Position Reliably Gets Women Off, And You May Not Have Heard Of It

Women in heterosexual relationships often experience fewer orgasms than men, but techniques like the coital alignment technique can enhance sexual satisfaction.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
3 days ago

My Wife Is Begging for a Repeat of My Special Performance in Bed. I Have Bad News.

Personal sexual boundaries should be respected, but societal pressures and misogyny can complicate attitudes towards oral sex.
Health
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

I sent my son to college with emergency contraception, and I taught him to think about women's pleasure

Parents should discuss contraception, sexual wellness, and women's pleasure with sons early, normalizing male responsibility for reproductive health and emergency preparedness.
#oral-sex
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fromQueerty
6 days ago

Sexpert explains the science behind "just okay" oral & why BJs don't always end in climax - Queerty

Oral sex often doesn't lead to climax for men due to different sensations compared to penetration.
Relationships
fromQueerty
6 days ago

Sexpert explains the science behind "just okay" oral & why BJs don't always end in climax - Queerty

Oral sex often doesn't lead to climax for men due to different sensations compared to penetration.
Miscellaneous
fromPsychology Today
4 weeks ago

Have Good Sex as an Aging Man

Men experience significant difficulty aging due to physiological changes and strict masculinity scripts emphasizing sexual potency, making erectile decline feel like a loss of identity and masculinity.
Relationships
fromMail Online
6 days ago

Women in relationships report HIGHER sexual satisfaction than men

Women in romantic relationships report higher sexual satisfaction than men, challenging long-held beliefs about gender differences in sexual experiences.
Health
fromHuffPost
4 weeks ago

This Simple Oral Sex Hack Is Going Viral

Acupressure at specific points, particularly Large Intestine 4 between the thumb and index finger, can help suppress the gag reflex during oral sex by calming stomach and related meridians.
#sexual-desire
#sexual-health
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fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

When My Girlfriend Went Down on Me, I Instantly Knew Something Was Very Wrong. Then I Realized What She'd Done.

Spicy food can cause discomfort during oral sex, leading to communication issues between partners.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

I Can't Go Down on My Husband Right Now. What He Plans to Do Instead Is Wild.

Using a vacuum hose for sexual pleasure is dangerous and unnecessary; safer alternatives like sex toys exist.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

When My Girlfriend Went Down on Me, I Instantly Knew Something Was Very Wrong. Then I Realized What She'd Done.

Spicy food can cause discomfort during oral sex, leading to communication issues between partners.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

I Can't Go Down on My Husband Right Now. What He Plans to Do Instead Is Wild.

Using a vacuum hose for sexual pleasure is dangerous and unnecessary; safer alternatives like sex toys exist.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Talking to Your Child About Sex, Puberty, and Consent

Sex education should begin in toddlerhood through ongoing conversations using accurate terminology, emphasizing body safety and autonomy rather than shame.
#sexuality
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

I Love Sex With Other Women. I Can't Explain My Most Persistent Fantasy.

Changing unwanted sexual fantasies is difficult, especially when they are tied to negative past experiences.
fromScary Mommy
1 week ago

Soft Swapping Explained By Experts, Including How To Pitch It To Your Partner

Soft swapping sits in the gray area between monogamy and full partner exchange. Unlike traditional swinging, soft swappers set rules around what acts they can engage in with others.
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fromHuffPost
2 weeks ago

Men Over 30 Are Sharing Their Best Sex Advice - And You'll Want To Take Some Notes

Slowing down and focusing on connection enhances sexual experiences as men age.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

I Want to Teach My Girlfriend a New Trick in Bed. The Problem Is Where I Learned It From.

A man seeks advice on whether to teach his girlfriend a specific oral technique he learned from another woman during their breakup, fearing jealousy despite her stated desire to make him orgasm.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Say goodbye to the sex drought! What the Danes can teach us about making more love

Young Danes maintain higher levels of sexual activity than Gen Z elsewhere, supported by cultural norms, seasonal social life, and longstanding sexual initiation patterns.
#praise-kink
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fromScary Mommy
2 weeks ago

Why "Praise Kink" Might Be The Perfect Dirty Talk For You & Your Partner

Praise kink is a sexual desire for affirmation and positive feedback that activates the brain's reward center, making it an accessible entry point into kink exploration for partners seeking deeper connection.
Relationships
fromScary Mommy
3 weeks ago

Why Do Women Like To Be Called 'Good Girl' In Bed? Sexperts Explain

Women may enjoy being called 'good girl' during sex because it combines mild submission with praise, often indicating a praise kink or power dynamic preference without requiring full BDSM engagement.
Relationships
fromScary Mommy
2 weeks ago

Why "Praise Kink" Might Be The Perfect Dirty Talk For You & Your Partner

Praise kink is a sexual desire for affirmation and positive feedback that activates the brain's reward center, making it an accessible entry point into kink exploration for partners seeking deeper connection.
Relationships
fromScary Mommy
3 weeks ago

Why Do Women Like To Be Called 'Good Girl' In Bed? Sexperts Explain

Women may enjoy being called 'good girl' during sex because it combines mild submission with praise, often indicating a praise kink or power dynamic preference without requiring full BDSM engagement.
#sexual-communication
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

There's One Way I Can Achieve Orgasm. The Trouble Is That I Need My Boyfriend to Leave the Room to Do It.

A woman comfortable with not orgasming during partnered sex should not feel pressured to change this when her partner repeatedly raises the topic despite her clear boundaries.
fromSlate Magazine
4 weeks ago
Relationships

There's No Excuse for the Boorish Way My Boyfriend Likes to Have Sex. I'm Over It.

Sexual incompatibility requires mutual listening and compromise; pain during sex is unacceptable and demands communication about underlying needs rather than dismissal.
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago
Relationships

"I Learned How To Orgasm From Sitting On My Husband's Face"

A woman stops faking orgasms, trusts a patient partner with her sexual inexperience, and navigates a persistent mental block while valuing intimacy.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

There's One Way I Can Achieve Orgasm. The Trouble Is That I Need My Boyfriend to Leave the Room to Do It.

A woman comfortable with not orgasming during partnered sex should not feel pressured to change this when her partner repeatedly raises the topic despite her clear boundaries.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

I Keep Hinting at What My New Girlfriend Should Be Giving Me in Bed. She's Not Getting It.

Direct communication about sexual preferences is essential; ask your partner clearly about oral sex rather than hinting, and be prepared to accept their answer and evaluate compatibility.
Law
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

How Consent Can-and Cannot-Help Us Have Better Sex

The criminalization of spousal rape shifted marital sexual violence from property-based immunity to consent-based law while leaving unresolved moral and legal complexities.
Women
fromHuffPost
2 months ago

The Words Women Use For Their Vaginas May Affect How They Feel About Sex, Study Shows

Words women use for their genitals influence body image, sexual experiences, health behaviors, and openness to cosmetic procedures.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Is Making Love Different from Just Having Sex?

Making love differs from casual sex through patience, emotional intimacy, and temporal richness, involving slower, more tender interactions and deeper connection.
Wellness
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Miss Manners: My conversation with the hygienist jumped the rails

Intrusive personal questions about children or grandchildren are inappropriate in professional settings; politely redirecting or offering brief answers preserves boundaries.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

My New Girlfriend Just Told Me What She Wants Me to Do to Her in Bed. This Feels Wrong.

Communication about specific BDSM preferences is essential before assuming domination means denigration; partners should discuss what submission and dominance actually mean to them individually.
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

I Went Down on One of My Good Friends. He Has No Idea It Was Me.

A few years ago, I, a 21-year-old man, agreed to take part in a stupid frat hazing activity. Unbeknownst to "Felipe," a 21-year-old man, I performed oral sex on him during that activity while he was blindfolded. At the time, Felipe was just an acquaintance-we didn't become good friends until much later. Felipe's big brother at the frat, "Ron," is the only person besides me who knows that I performed oral on Felipe.
LGBT
Relationships
fromHuffPost
3 weeks ago

The Truth About Sex After 70 That No One Tells You

Societal taboos and ageist attitudes create mystery around older adult sexuality, but comprehensive sex education and open dialogue can normalize and improve sexual experiences in later life.
#sexual-intimacy
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

I Can Reliably Orgasm When I Have Sex. But It's Actually a Curse!

It's absolutely possible to be experiencing pelvic pain due to orgasm. Firstly, you live in your body full time, and you're present for every orgasm you have, so I'm inclined to trust the pattern you're seeing. Secondly, I've known more than one person who enjoys sex but actively avoids orgasms for the exact same reason as you.
Health
fromScary Mommy
3 weeks ago

What Is "Sex Debt" & Is It Killing The Mood In Your Marriage?

The moment sex becomes something you owe rather than something you want, the dynamic shifts entirely. It reframes intimacy as a transaction, and that's where things start to go wrong. Sex debt thinking often comes from a place of insecurity or poor communication. Usually, couples have never discussed what sex actually means to them in the context of their relationship.
Relationships
LGBT
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

My Boyfriend and I Are Stuck in a Vicious Sex Cycle. There Has to Be a Way Out.

Switching sexual roles requires gradual practice, clear communication, explicit consent, addressing physical discomfort and stigma, and using preparation and nonsexual role-play to build comfort.
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

The Men I've Slept With All Have the Same Complaint About My Birth Control. I Didn't Even Know This Was Possible.

During that time, I've had two long-term male partners, who shared similar issues. The first felt the IUD several times during sex. I had my doctor snip the strings shorter. This did not help. It still poked him, and he even bled once. My second long-term partner (and current husband) had the same issue. I got a new IUD and kept the strings long since they're supposed to "curl up." Didn't help.
Medicine
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

I Lied About My Entire Identity to a Very Close Friend. Now I Want to Come Clean ... So I Can Sleep With Her.

A man who deceived his female friend by claiming to be gay to gain her trust cannot ethically pursue romance without confessing the deception first.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
4 weeks ago

My Husband and I Host Sex Parties. We're Feuding Over the Next Guest of Honor.

Inviting an ex to a sex party with a no-contact agreement creates awkwardness and contradicts typical party dynamics where all attendees are assumed available unless explicitly excluded.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

The Man I'm Seeing Swears He's Not Gay. I Have Some Questions.

A woman dating an effeminate man struggles with attraction differences and seeks advice on discussing his gender expression without offending him.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Is Kissing Essential for Exciting Sex?

Passionate kissing ranges from light pecks to intense French kissing, serving as intimate emotional communication, yet many people avoid it despite its role in romantic relationships.
fromHuffPost
1 month ago

Sex Therapists Say They Would NEVER Do These Things In the Bedroom

The realm of intimate relationships is wide and diverse, providing endless opportunities to discover joy, pleasure and connection. But exploring new ground without consent from both parties may cause unease, betrayals of confidence and even injury. A good sexual relationship depends on this kind of conversation because it ensures that any exploration is grounded in permission and mutual curiosity, strengthening the connection and enhancing the experience for both parties.
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Relationships
fromHuffPost
1 month ago

Kinky People Have Always Prioritized This Practice. You Should Consider It Too.

Aftercare—post-sex comfort rituals—should become standard practice in all relationships, not just BDSM, to foster emotional connection and prevent post-sex emotional decline.
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

Is This the Year You Get Back to the Basics of Sex?

In the past, when we've done these analyses, we've seen couples express an interest in bondage play or sensory play. But this year, we're almost seeing a shift towards getting back to basics. I found it so interesting that regardless of gender, age or where you live, people want more oral sex.
Relationships
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

The Guy I Was Hooking Up With Said Something Very Weird About My Hair Down Under. I Can't Look at Him the Same.

A person's body hair grooming choices are valid; unsolicited critical comments from casual partners about appearance warrant reconsidering the relationship.
Relationships
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

More people want open relationships, but here's why many don't last

Open relationships enjoy greater acceptance among younger adults but are often experimented with rather than sustained as long-term relationship structures.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

The Guy I'm Sleeping With Crossed a Line During Sex. Could His Excuse Actually Be True?

Believe and respect partners' verbal boundaries about bodily limits; prioritize individual disclosures over stereotypes and stop sexual activity when a partner objects.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

My Wife Can Get Me to the Finish Line in Many Ways. Except the One I Really Want.

Some men cannot reach orgasm from oral stimulation; trying temporary abstinence, prostate stimulation, or adjusting stimulation dynamics may help but results are not guaranteed.
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

My New Guy Asked Me the Most Awkward Question During Sex. I Don't Think He Wants to Hear My Answer.

You are being asked to play into the contorted (you might even say deluded) way that many obsess about penis size. Inflation runs especially high on apps, where (at least in the gay world) it is wise to subtract an inch (or two!) from whatever number a guy presents. Continuing the charade IRL can feel like actively thrusting yourself into absurdism. You don't have to lie to anyone for the sake of their penis-shaped ego.
Relationships
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

My Wife Says There's Only One Way She'll Go Down on Me. I Can't Believe I'm Actually Considering It.

If a partner refuses a sexual act for personal reasons, pursue willing partners at open-sex events rather than undergoing surgery.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

I'm Having the Best Sex of My Life. It Might Also Be the Most Dangerous.

Consensual, risk-aware BDSM that prioritizes safety, slow progression, trustworthy partners, and bodily signals can be mentally beneficial while requiring attention to physical and emotional risks.
Relationships
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Modern Morals: I've never had an orgasm - how do I tell my boyfriend I've been lying without wounding his pride?

Persistent inability to orgasm coexists with a strong need to control sexual experiences; enjoys sex but reports never orgasming and tells partner orgasms are subtle.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

When Sexual Frequency Becomes the Silent Issue

Unspoken sexual expectations within monogamy create conflict when desire changes asymmetrically, often after childbirth or menopause, requiring frank conversation to revive intimacy.
Relationships
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

Ladies, We've Got To Stop Being Afraid To Sit On Our Partner's Faces (They *Love* It)

Men often enjoy face-sitting because it intensifies intimacy, centers the woman's pleasure, and creates a reversed power dynamic many find erotic.
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

My Girlfriend and I Can Only Have Sex in a Unique Way. She Thinks I'm Going to Leave Her in Search of Something More "Conventional."

Her preferred form of intimacy is to touch herself while letting me pump her mouth. It's been great and honestly hot, and she leans submissive in bed, so it's worked out well on that end, too. It's perfectly fulfilling for me and even unintentionally kinky in a way I like, and she says she enjoys that I'm still actively penetrating her even if not in a typical way.
Relationships
Relationships
fromHuffPost
2 months ago

6 Real Couples Share How They Beat Their 'Dead' Bedrooms

Sexless marriages can often be revived when both partners commit to change, practice empathy, improve communication, and learn new skills or activities.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

This is how we do it: Having threesomes has totally transformed us in and out of bed'

Since my first pregnancy in my late 20s, my libido's been much lower than Eric's. But when I started perimenopause, I experienced this surge of desire (and curiosity) again, and he and I began to discuss our fantasies. Both of us were turned on by the idea of a threesome with another man, so a couple of years ago, I asked Eric if he'd be up for going to an adult social club.
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fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

I've Been Having Mind-Blowing Sex With the Same Man for Years. I Know How It Could Be Even Better. He's Not Going to Like It.

Suggest erectile-support medication sensitively, tailored to the partner’s feelings, communication style, and the specific relationship context.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

My Husband's New Favorite Move in Bed Is Working Really Well. I Need to Put a Stop to It.

You can refuse any sexual activity you find uncomfortable; identify specific objections and communicate clear boundaries with your partner.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Sex and Intimacy

Repairing sexual conflict begins by making sex comfortable to discuss, enabling honest expression of wants and promoting intimacy through caring, thoughtful behavior.
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

I'm Having the Most Intense Sex of My Life. There's Just One Catch.

My husband and I have a great sex life that I love. He gets me off consistently with his fingers on my clit, and my orgasms are body-shattering and euphoric. However, ever since I first had sex, I've always been a little surprised and disappointed by how little sensation I feel in my vaginal canal. I can feel a penis, fingers, and toys go in, but once they're in, it's sort of a vague sensation of fullness, and nice, but not much.
Relationships
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Want Better Sex in 2026? Start With These 5 Books

Better sex is a learnable skill: understanding desire, developing communication and pleasure tools, and replacing myths with accurate information improves sexual wellbeing.
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