Category: Sexual Tips

Antibiotics can cure many sexually transmitted infections (STIs) like chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis. But they can also destroy healthy vaginal flora that protects against these infections. That’s why it’s so important to get tested regularly and to take antibiotics exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider – These words encapsulate the expertise of the portal […]

Sex does not jump start your period unless you are already within the window of getting it. But orgasms can speed up the process of your body starting your period. So if you’re just under the wire, penetrative sex or not, it’s possible to get your period with a few simple tricks. Try these five […]

Figuring out when you’re ready for sex is a big decision. It’s a choice that continues through life and can involve many feelings and responsibilities. Having sex too soon can have physical risks — STDs and unintended pregnancy, for example. It can also have emotional risks, like if you feel pressured by your partner or […]

A feeling of having to pee during sex can be a major sexual buzzkill. You might fear it’s a sign of a UTI or an STI. But it could actually be a sign of your bladder spasming during an orgasm. It is important to pee before having sex for hygiene reasons, but it doesn’t prevent […]

Sex is supposed to leave us feeling happy, but what happens if it doesn’t? It’s not uncommon to feel empty after sex. If you’re noticing this feeling frequently, and it’s impacting your relationship, consider reaching out to a therapist. You may benefit from a couples therapist who is trained in sex and intimacy work. 1. […]

It’s also a good idea to have a conversation about squirting with your partner before attempting it. Often, squirting feels like you’re about to pee—and that’s because it comes out of the urethra, via Skene’s glands, aka the female prostate. But it’s not a guarantee that you will get an orgasm. And that’s OK. Relaxation […]

During and after sexual activity, the body experiences a lot of weird things. One of them is bloating. This can be caused by swallowing air, by changing positions during sex, by increased blood flow, or by eating certain foods. It can also be a sign of more serious medical issues such as a fistula. 1. […]

Sex can make you feel a lot of things, from ecstatic joy to extreme sadness. Sometimes, these emotions can cause you to cry during orgasm. But don’t worry, this is totally normal. Tears during sex aren’t usually a sign of anything being wrong. However, there are some situations where it’s not. Hormonal Changes One of […]

There’s nothing quite like that feeling of elation and tranquility that follows an incredible orgasm. Whether you climaxed with someone you love or enjoyed a satisfying solo session, that “afterglow” feels great. It turns out there’s a reason for this. Sex releases hormones that stimulate parts of the brain, including the cerebellum, which is linked […]

If your boyfriend doesn’t want to be intimate sexually, it is important not to push him. Instead, think about ways that some of his needs could be met in other ways. It might be helpful to talk about this with a therapist who can teach you and your partner the skills you need for emotional […]

If she laughs at your jokes or teases you a bit, this is usually a good sign that she’s into you. Laughing triggers the “love hormones” and enlarges pupils. Playful touching is another sign of sexual attraction. She might rest her hand on your shoulder or arm during a conversation or laugh at your jokes. […]

Doctors ask people about their sex lives in order to determine whether they should test for sexually transmitted infections or give them birth control, a Pap smear, or both. But it can be hard to define what counts as sexual activity for a doctor. Many behaviors that a person may think of as sex are […]

Obesity affects different aspects of one’s life, including sexual pleasure. However, excess body weight does not have to prevent couples from enjoying the bedroom action. The doggie-style position is one of the best sex positions for overweight people. It allows the giver to penetrate from behind without having to lean over. This is especially useful […]

There is no set age at which a man stops being sexually active. However, the libido does tend to decrease as men age and some health issues can affect it, such as erectile dysfunction. However, a study conducted in 2010 found that 39% of men between the ages of 75 and 85 were still sexually […]