Attention people with vulvas: there’s a new orgasm in town. Just when you thought you had orgasms all figured out, along comes a toy genre designed to find all your secret, sexual nerve endings – and take them on a gorgeous ride. First, let’s talk about where all those nerve endings are located: the clitoris.…
When I talk about anal play to people with penises, they are (for the most part) enthusiastic. But for people with a vulva, it’s a different story. If you were born with a penis, you’ve also got a prostate, and when pleasured with a toy…amazing orgasms occur. No matter your sexuality, prostate stimulation feels incredible…
Hey Dr. Emily, I’ve heard you mention penis rings before. I’m a guy just getting into toys and wearables for sex with my wife. But what IS a penis ring? I’ve Googled them and know what they look like, but why do people use them? Is it something I can wear during sex with my…
I have a “more is more” mentality around orgasm. You too? There are all kinds of documented health benefits that come with orgasm, like lower stress, better sleep, increased immunity, and get this…glowing skin. Maybe they’re born with it! Maybe they masturbate. There are two ways to have many orgasms in a single session… Multiple…
Ever felt the pressure to be amazing in bed? Whatever “amazing” means to you… Whether that means staying hard, or looking hot, or feeling like you have to be the best they’ve ever had – we’ve all been there. But I’m here to tell you: this is performance anxiety. And it will absolutely get in…
Sex toys are having a moment. These days, it’s not uncommon to pluck one right off the shelf at your neighborhood drug store. But let’s face it: they’ve long been marketed to vulva owners…vulva owners who want to masturbate. Which begs the question, how do you incorporate a toy into partnered sex? And why would…
Anal beads are having a moment. So, what’s all the hype about? They’re a fun tool that can bring you oh so much pleasure, if you know how to use them properly. Consider this your user’s manual, where I break down instructions, and explain why you might like to try them. (Hint: orgasms.) What are…
Attention people with vulvas, and those who love to please them: it’s time to learn about A-spot orgasms. A very deep and pleasurable orgasm, A-spot O’s require a specific form of stimulation. Here’s what you need to know to experience one. What is the A-spot? Another sensitive, sexual area on the inside of the vagina,…
Rays of golden light stream through sheer curtain panels drawn haphazardly together. Each beam provides an unnatural opulence to the small flecks of dust hanging in the air. But everything in this room, everything this early morning sun touches, revolves around her and where she rests. A cocktail that found its way from the hotel…
Where we come from, and what influenced us growing up has a huge impact on our day-to-day lives and success. People from affluent families often have access to better recourses and education, which sets them up for a more secure life, compared with people from “normal” families, and social mobility is easier in countries that…
Interesting Finds: Most of the movies on the list belong to the “Erotic Drama” genre. Three out of ten movies feature an intimate scene between a lesbian couple. Intimate lifestyle product experts at LELO conducted research to find out which movie sex scenes people are most eager to watch again. The research includes a list…
Thanksgiving is one of the biggest holidays in the US, if not the biggest. It’s a time for family, for appreciating everything we have in our lives, for giving thanks. And for SEX. Yes, seriously. What most people don’t know is that Thanksgiving is actually a holiday with its roots firmly steeped in sensuality and…
This article has been verfified for up-to-date accuracy in 2023 and is the sequel to a previous article about weird world records of sex. The world is absolutely full with sex acts that, while valid, still go beyond what most of polite society will find themselves engaging in. This extends to cultural aspects, as there…
Our in-the-office affair now needs to be an out-of-office affair, we both agreed. Above all, it MUST survive our pending retirement as both our future happiness depends largely on how Clive’s actual wife and my very occasional guy view the situation, assuming I’d even bother to tell him, that is. Clive and I have shared…
Everyone needs a sex playlist (or two). There aren’t many things that feel as good as making love to your favorite songs, so if you haven’t curated a sex music playlist, get on it! A 2011 study published in Nature Neuroscience found that music can awaken the same pleasure-seeking parts of the brain that are…
If you’re setting off for sexy summer travels, you’re perhaps thinking of taking some of your trusty pleasure items with you. And as proud as we are of our beautiful range of stylish products, we appreciate that having to show them off to security personnel is less than ideal. After years of traveling with our…
Sexual chemistry starts in the brain. Intimacy deepens the better that you know someone, and pleasure is easier to access when you’re having honest conversations about sex and life in general. Talking about sex, no matter how fun it is, can be daunting. So we’re here to offer some inspiration. Whether you’re looking to spice…
Propagation, fission, mitosis – since the dawn of time, things have been reproducing in one way or another. It’s what makes the world go round. Keeps DNA moving from one generation to the next. Keeping the cycle of life alive and well. Then we look at sex as we know it. Incredibly fun and pleasurable,…
This article was scientifically fact-checked by Human Sexuality expert Dr. Laurie Mintz. So you and your partner have both decided to introduce a sex toy to your relationship, realizing how much added enjoyment it can bring to your sensual sessions. The question now is; ‘which one do I choose?’ Because of course different types of…
There are so many things that can affect your sex drive and libido. From the way you’re feeling, the things you eat, to your hormones, the list is seemingly endless. Which is why there’s no reason to feel somewhat strange or even ashamed about your sex drive, whether you consider it to be high, low,…
Think those busty silicone babes are just for wealthy weirdos without a mistress? Not in this day and age. Sex dolls are picking up a mainstream following with regular couples all over the world. As it turns out, life-sized love toys are the latest ambitious sex toy trend to pop up in everyday bedrooms. From…
Have you ever heard of a sex menu? Yes, just as you’d go to a restaurant and have a menu of food to choose from, you can have a similar menu for when it’s time to get frisky with your partner. If you want to learn more about what a sex menu is, why it’s…
Using sex toys for solo play is considered normal and more and more people are getting comfortable with being open about it. However, most people still tend to forget that even if a sex toy is not marketed as a “sex toy for couples”, it can still be used with a partner. Remember, any sex…
The trends in sexual wellness demonstrate a shift in attitude to being more flexible and open-minded regarding our sex lives. We see this reflected in the normalising of sexual acts, desires and attitudes previously unspoken about or hidden, according to LELO. This approach to sexual wellness being included and recognised as a part of our…
Even if you’re great with your fingers already, learning a few more fingering tips is never a bad thing. After all, the best types of lovers are those who are always looking for new and improved ways to pleasure their partners. So, if your partner loves fingering, and you want to learn how to please…
Winters are long, dark, and cold. It’s natural to want to bundle up in a blanket, light a few candles, and cuddle with your partner until spring comes back around. However, with love day just around the corner, you might want to dig yourself out of the blanket mountain and experiment with new ways to…
Have you ever thought about getting creative in the bedroom and making a sex painting? It’s an activity that’s more popular than you’d think, with many couples taking on the challenge of creating their one-of-a-kind piece of art. If you’re interested in exploring your artistic side and sex together, you might also be curious to…
Picture this: cold winds blowing outside the window and you’re wrapped in a blanket next to a fireplace with a cup of hot chocolate and a sexy book. To get this good thing going we prepared a list of hot classics to warm up this cold end of the year. Henry and June: From A…
Sometimes, it can be hard to come up with good sexual ideas to make things more exciting for you and your partner. You both are busy with life, so it’s natural that being creative in the bedroom gets harder. If you’re looking for new ideas for experimentation with your partner, then we have a list…
We tend to actively keep only a tiny number of our sexual experiences in our memory, especially from long lasting relationships. But those we do remember are usually quite remarkable and I’ve noticed that some of the best ones I remember tended to come in the form of little bursts that stretch over long periods…
Sure, sex is amazing, incredible, wonderful, and sometimes firework-inducing. But there are things that you should and shouldn’t be doing afterwards. Don’t let this put you off however, it’s merely a way in which to always keep safe, and to feel your best as you bathe in your post-orgasmic bliss. Now’s the time to live…
If you scroll long enough on TikTok, you’ll eventually stumble upon a friendly photographer offering free boudoir photography tips. Sending nudes has become controversial and understandably so. Nobody wants to receive an unsolicited dick pic (which is illegal in some countries!) or be forced into sending their nude pictures in a desperate try to keep a…
Our sex life is a canary in the coal mine of our well-being, so when things in our life slip out of control, the price for that will be paid in bed. Good thing is the system works in both directions, so if we get our act together, it will inevitably lead to more sexual…
With spring just around the corner, you might be looking for new ways to spice things up in your relationship. It’s natural that with nature waking up from the winter slumber and days getting longer, you want to find new and exciting ways to connect with your partner. So, if you’ve been wondering how to…
The saying “Prostitution is the oldest profession in the world” is not just an aphorism. Although there’s some truth to that, it is a bit of a misconception. This phrase was coined in 1898 by Victorian writer Rudyard Kipling. In truth, there is no evidence of sex work amongst primitive societies, and it didn’t exist…
It might surprise you that it’s not “Boobs. Boobs. BOOBS.” There are many things that are going through a man’s mind while he’s making love–and yes, there’s a good chance he’s fantasizing about someone or something else. And that’s okay, because you’re probably doing it too! What is he thinking during sex? While making love,…
You chose the perfect gift, cooked a dinner based exclusively on aphrodisiac foods, sprinkled the bed of rose petals… what could you still be missing for a perfect night of passion? Why, the 4 perfect positions for Valentine’s Day, of course! If it’s all About Romance Romance is not for everyone – some people break…
To hear tell of it, the ancient Hindu text Kama Sutra sounds like a book detailing many acrobatic sexual positions practised by people in India and the Hindu world. And when we say “ancient,” we truly mean it: While scholars can’t say for sure, the Kama Sutra was written sometime between 400 BCE and 300CE. …
Familiar with a bucket list? You know, a list of things you simply must do before you die? Maybe you want to visit Thailand. Perhaps you’d like to go swimming with dolphins or get a tattoo? The beauty of a bucket list is that it can be as personal and meaningful as you want it…
Fall, particularly late fall, tends to get a short shrift when it comes to perceived sexiness. After all, everyone has gone back to school or work; we’re saying goodbye to nice weather and hello to rain, and aside from Halloween there aren’t a lot of festive celebrations that rely on titillation. But, we’ve come up…
Sex columnist Dan Savage explained the art of talking dirty very simply: “Dirty talk for beginners: Tell ’em what you’re going to do, tell ’em what you’re doing, tell ’em what you did.” This formula sounds perfect, but what if you’re shy and struggle with articulating your thoughts? Not all people are comfortable with voicing…
From gardening to baking to knitting, cottage core has been all the rage in recent years. Just ask Pinterest. As lovely as all those things are, we’re not here to talk about cottage core, we’re to talk about frottage core. Say what?! According to the Oxford Dictionary, frottage is “the practice of touching or rubbing…
To give your partner a smooth & sultry lap dance, you by no means need to be a professional dancer. Heck, you don’t even need to have a honed sense of rhythm. To perform a lap dance that they won’t soon forget, the main thing you need is a song that makes you want to…
There’s a thing every bi+ person knows: nobody else believes in us. And out of everyone who falls under the pan/bi+ umbrella, nobody struggles with that invisibility more than bi+ men. Just look at some of our pop culture icons; you ask the average person on the street, and they’ll say David Bowie was straight…
Discover what sex toy reviewers are saying about LELO’s latest sex toy for men, the F1S V2 sextech console. You can check out products features and differences from the first generation here. LELO F1S V2 MALE MASTURBATOR REVIEW | MR’S OPINION “So, it seems we have a winner. Am I surprised? Yes. The F1S V2…
What when you look for within an online dating site review? What makes a site more reliable or perhaps trustworthy? Is actually a site perfect for everybody who uses it? Does a site make sure you will connect with someone on the internet? All of these questions are excellent great be cautious when you are…
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…
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…
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…
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…