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Sex & Pleasure

Take a fresh look at sex education with posts about orgasms, anatomy and more.

Sex & Pleasure

What is libido?

Another word for sex drive, the term ‘libido’ describes a person’s desire for sexual activity. There is no numeric measurement for libido, but it’s usually referred to as being low or high. There are many things that can affect our desire for sex, from biological reasons to social or psychological factors. In this post, we’re going to look at hormones, how they impact sexual desire, how libido changes throughout the cycle, plus the signs and causes of low libido.

12 min read

Sex & Pleasure

Sex without penetration: What it is and 8 ways to explore

If you’re looking for some ways to mix things up between the sheets, then look no further than these eight ways to have sex without penetration. Non-penetrative sex has many benefits, including prioritizing pleasure and helping us get to know our bodies better, plus, abstaining from intercourse is a useful option on fertile days for those of us who are preventing pregnancy naturally. Read on to learn more…

10 min read

Sex & Pleasure

Different types of sex & sexual acts: Oral, anal defined

When you think about sex, what comes to mind? Sexual pleasure means many different things to many different people, and there isn’t just one way to do it. There is no right or wrong way to have sex, as long as what you’re doing is consensual, enjoyable, and safe. In this article, we’ll cover various types of sexual acts, the different kinds of sex people have, and what these involve.

9 min read

Sex & Pleasure

How to have sex for the first time: A beginner’s guide

Whether you’re looking for info on how to have sex for the first time, or just want to get to know the ins and outs of intimacy a bit better, we’re here to support you. In this guide, we’ll cover exactly what sex is, what to expect, and how to do it safely. We want you to feel relaxed and enjoy everything sex has to offer. Read on to learn more…

14 min read

Sex & Pleasure

What is Squirting? How it feels & tips on how to squirt

The term squirting is often thought to be the same as female ejaculation, but these two things are different. Squirting tends to involve more fluid, which is typically more watery, while female ejaculation produces a smaller, more milky discharge. In this article, we’ll dig deeper into this difference and answer the question: what is squirting? Plus, we’ll also cover how common female ejaculation is, what it feels like, and more.

6 min read

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