I Tried a Home STD Testing Kit: Here’s What Happened
The day has finally come where you can get an at-home STD test—without a trip to your gyno. Should you give it a try?
14 Things You Should Never, Ever Do in Bed
Whether you’re with a new partner or the love of your life, stopping these sex mistakes will keep you happier,...
15 Surprising Reasons Your Partner Doesn’t Want Sex
If your spouse is rarely in the mood for sex, there might be something more going on than you'd expect....
What Is Vaginitis? Women’s Doctors Explain
Data show that most women experience this uncomfortable condition at some point in their lives. Here's how doctors and scientists...
What Is Vaginal Rejuvenation? Sexual Health Experts Explain
Some celebs rave about results, but is vaginal rejuvenation worth the hype? "If it sounds too good to be...
Over 50? Expert Doctors Explain Why You May Be at Higher Risk for a Sexually Transmitted Infection
Sexually transmitted infection rates in older adults are at an all-time high—and rising faster than any other age group....
8 Foods You Should Never Eat Before Sex, Say Dietitians
Registered dietitians share the snacks you should skip before your next date night.
Can You Get Chlamydia From Oral Sex? An Infectious Disease Epidemiologist Explains
Can oral sex cause you or a partner to pass along chlamydia? It's possible, say doctors. Here's how it happens.
Can You Have Sex Every Day? Here’s What a Doctor Says
Is daily sex a goal we should all aim for… or too much of a good thing? According to...
What’s Your Sex IQ? Take This Quiz from a Doctor in Human Sexuality to Find Out
Renowned sex expert Dr. Emily Morse shares a quick quiz to help you determine your sexual smarts, and what you...
What You Should Never Do During Sex Outdoors—and 4 Things You Should, Say Experts
With summer knocking, some couples are leaning into having sex in the great outdoors—but is it really worth the...
8 Things You Should Always Do When You Have Sex in the Summer
It's not your imagination—a rise in temperature can cause your sex drive to do the same. Here's how to...
What Is Edging During Sex? Certified Sex Experts Explain What to Know
Could the key to a more satisfying sex life be…not having an orgasm? Experts say whether you're flying solo or...
What Masturbation Does to Your Brain
That masturbation afterglow is all in your head—literally. Here's what happens in your brain when engaging in a little...
How to Clean Your Sex Toys, According to Medical Doctors
Sex toys are fun, but take some careful tending-to. Here's how to clean sex toys to avoid infection and...
This Is How Often Most People Masturbate, Say Doctors & Recent Data
How do you measure up against the masturbation average...and does it matter?
Experts Say This Is the Surprising Age When Sexual Fantasizing Peaks
Sex experts explain why women are willing to get friskier as they age.
7 Little-Known Erogenous Zones
Every day is Valentine's Day when you discover the secret spots that are most sensitive to stimulation!
Breakup Sex: Are There Emotional Benefits?
Breakup sex: a pathway to closure or emotional turmoil? Research explains the science behind why we have breakup sex,...
Here’s Why You Moan During Sex
Moans during sex can be a turn-on, but there are actual scientific reasons for why you might moan during...
5 Health Benefits—and Risks—of Period Sex OBGYNs Want You to Know
Doctors share the pleasurable benefits of having period sex—as well as the risks to keep in mind.
Can Masturbating Help You Lose Weight? Here’s What Research Says
Partnered sex is considered a workout, but what about a solo session? We asked an expert and took a...
4 Ways Sex Is Different Because of the Pandemic, Say Sex Researchers
Whether you were quarantined with a partner or not, sex changed drastically for many people during the pandemic...and ever...
Here’s How Long Foreplay Should Last, a Sex Therapist Says
Does the timeline really matter when you're getting frisky? A sex therapist reveals the truth, and what will actually...
Having an Orgasm Can Improve Your Mental Health, a Brain Researcher Says
Are orgasms healthy? The science says, "Oh, yes!" Researchers have discovered how having an orgasm can release a set...
Every Sex Toy Sale You Don’t Want To Miss Before Valentine’s Day
For the already-adventurous and the juuust curious, our roundup of the best sex toy sales presents the perfect moment...
How’s Your Sexual Hygiene? A Doctor Says This Habit Is a Must (for Singles, Too)
Plus, wise up on six outdated myths about down-there self-care, and shop our list of vetted sexual hygiene products...
The One Item a Sex Expert Recommends Buying for Better Orgasms
Not only is the Le Wand Arch massager the perfect size and weight, but its stainless steel construction adds plenty...
Vaginal Odor: What’s Normal and What’s Not
Despite countless products marketed to mask it, vaginal odor is rarely cause for...
Give the Gift of Better Sex With These 20 Adult Gifts and Toys
Pretend you're the orgasm fairy by doling out these adult toys and gifts to everyone on your nice list—and your...
Is Bleeding After Sex Normal? 16 Things to Know
A wide variety of behavioral and medical causes can lead to post-coital bleeding. Here are the most common reasons, as...
