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Sometimes, unexpected situations happen, and the chance of getting pregnant is real. Maybe you forgot your birth control. Maybe the condom broke, or you had sex without a condom. Even if he pulls out, pregnancy can still happen. It can also happen in cases of sexual assault or rape. If you had a ... read more
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If you’re moving away, leaving for college, or have friends moving away, it’s natural to wonder how you’ll keep your high school friendships going – or if they’ll weather the distance. What will your days be like? Will you miss out on quality time? Will your friendships survive with miles between ... read more
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March 2011, Vol. 14, No. 1 , Pages 48-52 Read More: http://informahealthcare.com/doi/abs/10.3109/14647273.2010.520798 Some guys don't want to wear condoms. They may try to convince you that it's fine to have sex without one or make excuses about why they “can’t” wear one. Just because he ... read more
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What counts as sex, anyway? There was a time when most people though sex only happened when a penis entered a vagina (vaginal sex). Some people still believe this is true for a variety of reasons - including religious reasons. But, in recent years, particularly as society has become more open ... read more
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Don’t be fooled - condoms are most effective (98% to be exact), comfortable, and pleasurable when people use them CORRECTLY! Here are 10 of the most common condom myths and the facts that prove them wrong. Condom Myth #1: One’s good. Two are better. It may seem like two or more condoms could ... read more
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How well do you know the most common sexually transmitted infections (also called STIs or sometimes called STDs)? It's something no one wants to think about. Unfortunately they are very common and on the rise. And for many of them, you don't actually have to have penis-in-vagina sex to contract ... read more
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The “friend zone” can be a nice place. It’s cozy and fun there. You’re totally comfortable with one another. You understand one another. You have the same taste in books and movies, and you totally “get” each other's jokes. You can hang out and not say anything, and you’re still having an awesome ... read more
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Losing your virginity is a big life step for many teens. Sex can be a lot of things: exciting, nerve-wracking, scary, fun, emotional, uncomfortable and connecting. If you’ve decided you’re ready to consider having sex for the first time, taking steps to feel prepared, supported, and safe can ... read more
You're fresh out of a relationship. Your life has been turned upside down. It’s time to move on after the breakup, but you’re not sure how to start. After something intense happens in life, many of us find ourselves in a confusing place with no clue how to “get back to normal.” Ending a relationship ... read more
