Half of coupled-up Americans admit that their current partner is the worst sex they’ve ever had. That’s the takeaway from a recent study examining the biggest embarrassments and disasters in the intimate lives of 2,000 sexually active U.S. residents. One in five has experienced more than 10 truly awful sexual encounters in their life, almost…
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How Do You have Underwater Sex?
If you’ve been wondering about how to enjoy an even wetter and wilder time with a partner, then surely you’ve thought about doing it underwater. The underwater realm is, after all, the wettest place imaginable. However (and this is a pretty big HOWEVER), before you go and get your snorkel, there’s something you’ve got to…
Ties That Bind Ch. 3 – An Erotic Series
Previous Chapter Chapter Three: Postlude Time escapes me, as I lay there, a human candelabra for The Collective. There is nothing else, except my task. My nipples are covered in wax and ache to be touched. The exhibitionist in me revels at the thought that so many eyes are on my exposed body and I…
What Does LELO Packaging Look Like?
We agree, just because you’re excited about a new sex toy doesn’t mean your neighbors or anyone you live with needs to know about it. Now that you’re set on which new pleasure maker you have your eye on, here’s what you can expect with LELO packaging. Is LELO packaging discreet? Yes. The package arrives…
The Porn Star Experience (PSE): The Ultimate Fantasy Come to Life?
Just like a romantic movie in which someone chases another through the airport, sweeps them off their feet and they live happily ever after, the porn star experience is oddly similar… although on opposite ends of the spectrum. You see, the PSE has been called “the porn star experience” for a reason… it’s something you…
Ever Wondered What the Meaning Behind “LELO” Sex Toy Company is?
You probably know LELO as one of the leading brands in luxury sexual wellness. They were one of the first sex toy companies to adopt modern and functional designs into their products from inception. While they have taken the industry by storm, they started from “tiny acorns” in 2003. Can you guess what the LELO…
Enhance Your Solo Sex Experience: Your Complete Guide to Tantric Masturbation
You have probably heard the term tantric sex before. It probably evokes images such as multiple-hour lovemaking, multiple orgasms, and deepening connection with your partner. And while it’s true that tantric sex is mostly a partner-focused lovemaking practice, it can also be used as a way to enhance your solo sex play. This is where…
Ties That Bind Ch. 2 – An Erotic Series
Previous Chapter Chapter Two: Interlude I lay on the bed, my mask pulled tight and my vision cut off. With a start, I feel the bed move and my heart starts to race. My beautiful four-poster carriage is being wheeled somewhere and I have no idea where. A small sliver of brightness peeks through the…
Ask a Doctor: Kinks and Fetishes with Dr. Zhana
Hi everyone, this is Dr. Zhana and it’s time to talk about kinks! I got some really good questions from you that I can’t wait to answer them! What is the shortest explanation for ‘kink’? It’s always good to start with definitions! And the shortest one I can give you for kink is “an unusual…
Ties That Bind Ch. 1 – An Erotic Series
Note from Author: This short story contains sexually explicit content that is not appropriate for minors. All sexual encounters in this story are consensual between adults. All scenes of power exchange and kink elements are to be assumed as pre-negotiated between partners that follow R.A.C.K: risk-aware, consensual kink! Scenes in this short story may include…
How To: Anal Masturbation for Total Beginners
It’s no secret that we are living in pretty butt-centric times. As far back as 2014, people were scratching their heads over the resurgence of round, juicy bottoms in pop culture, and even then they were talking about a cultural movement that was years in the making. This is by no means a scholarly thesis,…
Best Sex Toys for the Bathtub
There are few better self-care routines than taking a long, relaxing bath, but we can think of one sure-fire way to improve bath time… that’s by bringing a toy (or two) into the tub with you! But getting the right toy is important, not just because you need to be sure they’re waterproof. Here’s our…
Gentle Femdom: Female Dominants Unmask the Term
When you conjure the word femdom, often the stereotypical vision of a strict sadistic dominant female wearing a latex corset, thigh high boots and yielding a nasty whip emerges. Yes, please Mistress! Yet, put gentle in front of that term and the mind may become confounded. The term “gentle femdom” (or GFD for short) may…
Master the Art of Giving Great Head! 50 Blowjob Tips He’ll Love!
So you want to give your partner a blowjob that’ll make his knees weak? Yeah, we’ve got you covered! We’re so well-versed in the art of giving great head, in fact, that we’ve compiled a mega blowjob guide with 50 blowjob tips. Go from zero to hero in a matter of five to 10 minutes…
The Heroes of Pride and the LGBTQ+ Folks Who Represent Us
Through millennia of forced silence, the LGBTQ community has persisted – and with more of us holding positions of power now than at any other time in history, our communal voice is louder than ever. The history of pride is still in the making. Some people started it, for generations to come. These eight heroes…
The Best Birthday Gift – An Erotica Story
It was Michael’s 37th birthday and his wife, Tricia had bought him a 60-minute deep tissue massage from a local masseuse. As Michael drove to his appointment after work, he wondered why Tricia would buy him this. He had never mentioned wanting or needing a massage. Michael and Tricia had been married for 9 years…
Rough Sex—Why Do We Crave It?
Sex is one of the best ways to build intimacy and connect with your partner. When you’re both naked, bodies touching, sensually moving together while keeping each other’s gaze, the atmosphere is very romantic and pleasant. But sometimes, you just don’t want to do it sweet and soft. Sometimes, you just want to be thrown…
Everything You Need to Know About Gender, Sexuality and PRIDE—Dr. Zhana Q&A
Hi everyone, it’s Dr. Zhana! It’s time to answer your questions about sexual orientation and LGBTQ-related topics for Pride Month. I got some really good questions and I’m really excited to answer them. Q: I know gender is not binary, but is sex binary? All right, let’s start with the basics. Gender is more about…
Sexless Relationships and the Layered Cake Metaphor
Alysha Jeney, LMFT, looks at a lack of sex in relationships, the layered cake metaphor and what sex positivity looks like. A lack of sex in relationships can vary from trust issues to health related dysfunction. Sometimes circumstances such as having a new baby or struggling with infertility can throw everything off. Or maybe you…
Thinking of Getting a Hood Piercings? Here’s Everything You Need to Know
The female genitalia is a wondrous thing, and it becomes even more marvelous when you realize that you can bedazzle your bits with jewelry. There are actually a few different places on the vagina that can be pierced, but the most popular of them all is the vertical clitoral hood (VCH from here on) piercing…
Precum 101: The Ultimate Guide to Pre-Ejaculate and Everything You Need To Know About It
Precum or pre-ejaculate is a fluid that comes out of a penis when the penis owner becomes aroused. It can show up at any time during foreplay or during masturbation, and some people notice it, while others don’t. It’s a very natural part of penis-owner anatomy, but there is still a lot of misconception about…
Control Your Orgasms… From Your Phone!
Oh the wonderful world of sex toys! How we cherish our self-care sessions, filled with passionate lust and gorgeous orgasms! And don’t forget partnered play… equally as delicious and satisfying! Which is why we’re continuously bringing you new and more sextech-savvy toys that’ll rock your world (like the new LELO ENIGMA! Have you seen it…
Getting Wet: Let’s Talk About Vaginal Discharge and What It Is
Vaginal discharge, arousal fluid, squirting fluid, and cervical fluid. So many different vagina fluids that it can be hard to keep track of and understand the differences between each, right? But it doesn’t have to be — once you understand the purpose of vagina fluids and why our bodies produce them, the difference becomes clear…
Three’s a Crowd! The Ins and Outs of a MMF Threesome
When it comes to social situations, the expression, “two’s company, three’s a crowd” often comes with negative connotations. But when you add some kind of sexual aspect to it, well… a crowd is actually quite enticing! In fact, a study confirmed that 82% of men and 31% of women were interested in having a threesome…
Ask a Doctor: Everything You Want To Know About Masturbation by Dr. Zhana
Hi everyone, this is Dr. Zhana. I’m a professor of human sexuality at New York University and Happy National Masturbation Day! May is both Masturbation Month and mental health awareness month and I don’t think that’s a coincidence! Because self-pleasure is one of my, at least, favourite forms of self-care. So, I’m really excited to…
Lesbian Vibrators for Lustful Lovers
You’re probably wondering what a lesbian vibrator actually is. And rightly so! How does it differ from any other pleasure product for vulva-owners? Well, there are several different toys available that are perfect for lesbian partners and lovers. And we’re not just talking about strap-ons and double-ended dildos! Sure, those are quite a treat for…
LELO F1s V2 Sextech Pleasure Console Review and Product Overview
The F1S V2 is not a male masturbator, stroker, or a masturbation sleeve, it’s a pleasure console. LELO has taken all the optimal pleasure built into the first generation F1s and added new features for curious men who like to be in total control. If you’re interested in the best male sex toys, don’t overlook…
The Best Tantra Podcasts For Tantra Beginners & Explorers
So, you’ve heard of Tantra and want to explore what it’s all about. Or perhaps you already know all about it but you want to learn more. Well, then you’re in the right place. We’ve scoured the web to bring you the best tantra podcasts available online right now. We’ve summarised what each podcast covers…
What’s ‘Second Base’ These Days, Sexually Speaking?
Whether you’re a pinch hitter in middle school or a relief pitcher who’s been to the mound a few times, you’re probably like us and very, very confused by all the baseball terminology that pop culture has made so famous. We’re of course talking about the different bases correlating to different levels of intimacy with…
What’s the Best Sex Toy to Buy For Your Wife?
So, you want to find the best sex toy for your wife? One that’ll not only give her uninhibited pleasure time and time again but one that will be highly erotic for you too… whether you’re watching or playing together. Lucky for you, we’re in the business of making people smile ridiculously from massive orgasms.…
Reading Erotica with Isaac – An Erotica Story
Isaac and I had been seeing each other casually for a couple of weeks at this point. I really liked him. He had dark brown hair, deep brown eyes, and was studying social work with a focus on helping survivors of sexual assault. Oh, and he was in the military. He certainly ticked all the…
Myth Busting About Womanhood, Femininity and Sex
Let’s get going by naming some of the myths I hear around womanhood and sex: that you should have pain when you have sex, that you should be able to orgasm through penetration alone, that squirting is pee, that all women have vulvas, that if you’re not wet you’re not enjoying sex or if you…
Boat Sex Positions & Tips for Some Nautical Naughtiness
Ten years ago, the cruise line Royal Caribbean conducted an intimate survey! It revealed that 90% of cruise-goers found having sex to be their top cruise activity! They also found that 62% of participants had better sex at sea, and 50% said that they’d be ‘hopping to the deed’ within the first six hours of…
Things to Know About Blowjobs (If You’ve Never Given One Before)
So, you’re just about ready to give your first blowjob. Before we start, we feel that congratulations are in order so — congrats! You’re about to embark on a whole new dimension of sexuality that can be very fulfilling, assuming that your partner returns the favor (and they most definitely should) and pretty soon, you’ll…
The Arousing and Life-Saving Benefits of A Breast Massage
Breasts… a versatile, life-giving part of the body! And while we often think only of women when it comes to nipples, men have nipples because they’re formed early on during the gestation period. This makes them an erogenous zone for the lads too! Not as much so as for women, however, but still a pleasure…
What’s a ‘Penis Sleeve’?
When some men deal with the effects of erectile dysfunction or desire penis enlargement without medication or invasive procedures, they will turn to penis sleeves. What’s a penis sleeve? Most commonly, a penis sleeve is a rigid-but-pliable sheathe that goes around and over a semi-hard penis during sex. It serves three purposes: 1. It adds…
What is “Sub Drop”? And How To Deal with It?
Have you ever experienced an emotional or physical high so great that it made coming back to the real world seem difficult? Some people with experience using drugs can attest to it, as it causes a rush of serotonin or dopamine that then needs to be replenished over the following days, leaving the person feeling…
Paralysed Sex: What You Need To Know About Sex and Spinal Cord Injuries
Physical disabilities can have an important impact on many different aspects of daily life, including sex. Unfortunately, however, sex and disability is a taboo topic of discussion that is rarely addressed, even by healthcare providers. It is important to break down the barriers to discussing sex and disability because everyone—regardless of their ability status—is deserving…
Try Slow Sex if You Want the Most Intense Orgasms of Your Life
Usually, when it’s time to get frisky, we tend to get so excited that we just rush through the whole experience and be done in less than ten minutes. Sometimes, the quick and dirty “Bham wham, thank you, ma’am” type of sex is hot and works wonders when you just want to release some tension. …
Best Tantric Retreats For Couples in 2021
Attending a tantric retreat is a great way to reconnect with your partner. With a focus on emotional connection, spirituality and self-expression, a tantric retreat can be just what you need to bring you closer together than ever before. If you are experiencing blocks in intimacy or you want to take your relationship to transcendental…
The Sensation of Sound Ch. 2 – A Gay Erotic Story
Last Chapter “Uuhhh…” Kayne shuddered as the dull, listless voice scraped up the back of his arms. “I’m lookin’ fer a Kayne Wright?” He blinked, swiveling in his desk chair to find a short, pudgy man in a wrinkled blue polo standing a few cubicles down from him. In his hands was a small, rectangular…
The More the Merrier: How to Get Your Gang Bang On!
Whether you’re getting down with one person or several, there’s a ton of fun to be had! And even though the notion of a gang bang can be kind of daunting or even foul to some, others find it extremely erotic. Whatever your pleasure, treasure! This is why we’re adopting the attitude, the more the…
Gear Up and Love Yourself with a Major Masturbation Month Sale
Go ahead, touch yourself. MAYsterbation is a month dedicated entirely to self-love and self-sex, so we’re celebrating by offering 20-80% OFF a variety of sex toys! Talk about good vibrations. Check out some of our favorite deals below, along with our full list of major savings! SILA SILA is one of the newest clit suckers…
How To Use SORAYA Wave Rabbit Vibrator
Because of their versatility, rabbit vibrators deliver climax after climax. They are the perfect combination for mutual stimulation, whether that be g-spot and clitoris, anal and clitoris, g-spot and anal, or whatever other ways you can get creative with pleasure. To sum it up, you want one in your life and you’ll be mad at…
A Special Something for a Special Someone: LELO Gift Ideas for Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is an opportunity to thank all of the leading ladies out there for giving us life. And for many, a mother represents so much more than 50 percent of our DNA. Mother’s have magical powers that can heal broken hearts, body aches and pains, and physical wounds. And during your life, people will…
How To Love Unconditionally: A Global Love Day Lesson
Unconditional love is hard to explain. Applying it to ourselves is sometimes even more difficult. That’s why this Global Love Day is inspired by the phrase “Love begins with me.” Our self-love is often buried beneath layers of trauma, guilt and pain, which makes it easy to overlook the fact that love is always present.…
Ask a Doctor: Masturbation Questions with Dr. Zhana
Hello everyone, this is Dr. Zhana! It’s time for a monthly Q&A! Since May is masturbation month, that’s what we are going to talk about. And there are so many good questions that you’ve asked. I can’t wait to answer them all. Here we go! It’s not shameful to masturbate, right? This is actually a…
What is a Rainbow Kiss?
If I had to pinpoint the most enjoyable thing that’s happened to the world of sex since the internet came on thr scene, it’s that folks these days are always cooking up fresh ways to talk about the things we get up to when we’re getting down. If you browse Reddit or Twitter, it seems…
Why is Lube So Important for Anal Play & What Lube Should You Be Using?
So you love a bit of anal pleasure? Fabulous! Those who embrace this kind of play are welcoming a whole new world of delicious sensations to their sexual experience. If anal isn’t for you though, that’s fine! Whatever floats your boat! But if you are either active or intrigued when it comes to this kind…
What if there was a Single Emoji for Sex?
As an advocate for a sex-positive lifestyle, LELO is all for sexting as it liberates even the shiest of us and allows us to express things we might not say face-to-face to another person. There is nothing like the right emoji or combo of emojis to elevate “wyd” to “U up?”, and yet, there is no…