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19 People Reveal Their S.O.’s Worst Trait
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As anyone who’s been on a family vacation can tell you, if you spend a lot of time with a person, they’re bound to end up annoying you. Accepting the good and bad in someone is a big part of relationships, especially when the “bad” just ends up being kind of hilarious.
Sometimes the weirdest things bother you for absolutely no reason. I’ve snapped on people for cracking their knuckles, singing in the car, and talking when I can hear that they need to clear their throat. It’s irrational and ridiculous, but I can’t help it and neither can t
Can You Get In Trouble For Sharing Someone Else’s Nude Photo?
On Tuesday, Bella Thorne retweeted a collection of nude photos, posted by anonymous Twitter user @comproimse, that were allegedly of her ex, Gregg Sulkin. There were three pictures: one of half of Sulkin’s face, one of a person’s chest, and one of a person’s penis. Provided the photos are of who the poster says they are, an
How To Really, Truly Get Over A Breakup
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Heartbreak doesn’t just hurt, it often feels impossible. So many questions come along with the pain: How can I move on? How do I get through this? Will it ever get better?
It will, promise. Anyone who’s come out the other side of a breakup knows that. But if you’re currently in the trenches of a potent heartbreak, that’s not exactly comforting. We won’t sugarcoat it: The unfortunate truth is that having a broken heart sucks and it’s going to continue to suck — until it doesn’t.
However, the good news
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Much like everyone’s “first time” story, women’s IUD experiences are often completely unique. Some insertions feel like just another annual exam. For other women, it’s the worst pain they’ve ever felt.
Granted, no one birth control is right for everyone, but the T-shaped IUD has certainly been gaining traction. According to Planned Parenthood, the number of patients using intrauterine devices has increased 91% since 2009. “It’s so effective and convenient,” Vanessa Cullins, MD, vice president of external medical affairs, says. “We quote less than a 1% failure rate for the IUD, whereas we usually quote a 5-7% failure rate for birth co
This Film Captures The Struggle For Abortion Access In Rural America
If the new Republican administration’s plan to severely curtail reproductive rights scares you, Anu Valia’s poignant Shatterbox Anthology film “Lucia, Before and After” is the inspiration you need to get ready to fight back. A portrait of the struggles American women still face to exercise their right to choose, “Lucia, Before
Do You Have To Choose Between Mental Health And Your Sex Drive?
I began taking anti-anxiety medication my sophomore year of college. I was lucky enough to have found a type that worked for me immediately, and as far as I knew, I wasn’t experiencing any side effects. Then, I went through a breakup.
A few months after, I was ready to move on. Or so I thought. While theoretically I was interested in hooking up with new people, when I was presented with the opportunity, my body wanted nothing to do with it. I did some research and found out that my medication might have been responsible for this lo
15 Things On People’s Pre-Parent Bucket Lists
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I’ve never had kids, but I have been one, and that alone has given me reason to believe it’s quite a lot of work. From what I’ve been told, I would start screaming the moment I woke up, spend the day chasing our cats and getting scratched, and refuse to eat anything other than chicken nuggets and ketchup. Honestly, not too much has changed, which is why I know I’m nowhere near ready to have children of my own.
Turns out, I’m not alone. Women are waiting until much later than ever to start having
Here’s What Science Has To Say About The Perfect Foreplay
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If you’re a master of foreplay, congratulations (to both you and your partner). But far too many of us fall into the other camp — we see foreplay as simply a thing to get through on our way to sex. And, according to a new episode of the video series sexplanations, one clear data point researchers have found across all genders is that pretty much all of us want to have more foreplay.
As the video explains, the average foreplay time is 13 min
29 Steamy Sex Games For Very Playful Nights
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There are plenty of ways to shake up your sex life, whether it’s by trying out a new sex toy or consulting the Kama Sutra. But what if you’re in an especially playful mood? That’s where sex games come in. You’re probably familiar with some of them — sexy truth or dare, dirty dice — but have you ever given a sensory-play card game or a role-playing app a whirl?
Whether you’re looking to try something new with a long-term S.O. or getting adventurous with a ne
Lena Dunham, Mindy Kaling, & More Explain The History Of Planned Parenthood In This Important Video
Planned Parenthood has become a pillar of women’s health and reproductive rights and, especially since the recent election, its existence has never been more crucial. Its history, however, is less widely known. While it currently feels like women’s rights are up against
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This year, “Dating Sunday” falls on January 8th, so there are only a few days left to put the finishing touches on your spanking new profile — or bring your old one out of retirement. “With the close of o Kudos To >> http://www.refinery29.com/long-distance-relationship-sex-tips?utm_source=feed&utm_medium=rss Anyone on that long-distance relationship grind deserves a standing ovation. Not only are you committing to putting in that extra effort every day, you’re also steeling yourself for months or even years without IRL sex. Of course, sex is not required for a strong and healthy relationship, but if you’re going from 100 to zero in the bedroom department, you’re bound to feel its absence. Luckily, now more than ever, couples can live far away from each other and still have a fulfilling sex life — it just involves getting creative, thi Kudos To >> http://www.refinery29.com/sex-resolutions-new-year-positions-toys?utm_source=feed&utm_medium=rss We’re big fans of starting over every new year, but some things are just unrealistic. If you’re anything like us, those books you promised to read will start to gather dust and the meditation app will be used maybe once. How about trying some New Year’s resolutions you’ll actually want to keep? Sure, they may not make for a good Facebook status (hi, mom!), but the newly-minted 2017 is as good an excuse as any to re-up your sex life and make some resolutions with your partner(s) — or yourself. Sex At first glance, female masking may seem like a form of cosplay or crossdressing, since the fetish involves donning latex masks of women’s faces and assuming female alter egos. 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