The definition of priapism might not be familiar to you right off the bat, but if you’ve ever experienced a four-hour erection, then you’re definitely intimately familiar with what priapism is. While a four-hour erection might sound like a dream and a positive thing, unfortunately, it’s not as pleasant as it sounds. In fact, priapism…
Bottoming, Reimagined: Pride, Power & Pleasure for Every Man Let’s talk about bottoming because you deserve more than awkward trial and error and Reddit forums for answers. Whether you’re new to receptive anal sex or simply want to feel more confident and in control, Maze Men’s Health is here with science backed support, emotional affirmation,…
Pride, Pleasure & Empowerment: Your Body, Your Health, Your Choice June isn’t just Pride Month it’s a time to reclaim autonomy over your body, your identity, and your pleasure. At Maze Men’s Health, we believe every man deserves medically accurate, shame free, and affirming sexual health support. And if bottoming is part of your sexual…
Sex toys are for everyone, no matter what “equipment” you’re working with. While toys for people with vulvas tend to get the most attention, there are many brands out there that make toys specifically for people with penises –– and many people who want to buy and use them. If you’ve made it here, you’re…
You might know that exercise enhances blood flow to keep your heart healthy and your muscles strong, but did you know that sex toys improve circulation as well? By increasing heart rate and blood flow, sexual activity has the same benefits as working out. When we get sexually aroused, blood flows not just to the…
Innovations in sex tech allow people to experience more pleasure and overcome hurdles that come up in their sex lives. Two such hurdles that can come up for people with penises are dealing with erectile dysfunction and wanting to enlarge their penis. One possible solution to both of these predicaments is using a vacuum pump,…
Truthfully, there are a few ways you could answer this question. And that’s because in some cases, there’s a clear distinction between sex therapy and marriage counseling. However, in many situations, these two modalities are like songs that have found their way into a bangin’ mashup. Let’s first take a closer look at each specialty:…
What Is F2S? LELO’s F2S is an upgrade from their orignal F1S male masturbator – now featuring an open-ended design and upgraded silicone sleeve for limitless stroking. It can be used with 8 preset vibration patterns or connected to the LELO app for a customizable control dashboard. App connection also unlocks 6 additional vibration patterns.…
What if we told you there was a workout routine that could vastly improve not only your health, but your sexual performance? And what if we told you that it would take just a few minutes and could be done anywhere? Male Kegels are the best-kept secret of a men’s sexual health. What Is a…
Sexual endurance is not just a given trait; it’s a skill that can be honed like any other. That is why the LELO F2S™ stamina trainer is designed for men who want to take control of their intimate experiences, building endurance for longer-lasting and more satisfying moments. With an open-ended liquid silicone design and seamless…
When it comes to sexual performance and overall well-being, strong pelvic floor muscles play a crucial role. LELO™ app also offers guided Kegel exercise routines (alongside the F2S™ endurance trainer) to help men enhance control, improve erectile function, and experience more intense orgasms. Kegel exercises involve contracting and relaxing the pelvic floor muscles, which support…
Generational differences always pique interest and that has been even more true since millennials and Gen Z took the stage. These two generations that hardly (or not at all) know the analogue world, show how much, or little for that matter, has changed since the internet made its appearance. So, how much have the preferences…
Sex is a natural, involuntary drive in most humans, so we usually don’t think we have to do anything about it. There’s a stimulus – a thought, a visual, or even a scent (the ones we can’t detect, like pheromones, and the ones we can, like perfume) – and then poof, here comes the horny.…
An estimated 50% of people with penises between the ages of 40-70 have erectile dysfunction (ED). The prevalence may be even higher as many people don’t seek help out of shame, embarrassment, or lack of access to medical care. Erectile dysfunction can not only impact someone’s sex life, but also their self-confidence, relationships, and overall…
Sexual health is the foundation for sexual pleasure, and there are a wide range of conditions that can impact someone’s sexual experience. That’s the case for people with Penile Mondor’s Disease (PMD), a rare genetic disorder that affects cis men and people who were assigned male at birth (AMAB). This disorder can impact not only…
Low testosterone levels can cause a multitude of health problems; obesity, heart disease, osteoporosis, brain fog, lethargy, and even depression can all be traced to low testosterone levels . One aspect of this condition that is always challenging to treat, is the accompanying low libido that plagues many men. Some men simply lose their appetite…
What is toxic masculinity? Before we even define the term, we need to know more about the second word than the first, more incendiary one. Masculinity can have lots of different meanings across individuals, families, cultures and societies. Merriam Webster says that masculinity is “the quality or nature of the male sex : the quality, state, or…
Years ago, I was interviewed for an article on Erectile Dysfunction in young men. It was interesting to talk to a young female reporter who knew absolutely nothing about the subject. She sent me a long list of questions and we had several long discussions on the phone. I thought that this was a great…
You probably think that hamburgers and ice cream are only bad for your waistline, right? But what if they could actually put your sexual health in jeopardy? Read on to discover the important links between cholesterol and sexual health that all men should know. High Cholesterol Can Cause Erectile Dysfunction Many people see erectile dysfunction…
If you’ve experienced trauma – whether as a child or an adult – and if you haven’t received the support you need in order to process it thoroughly, relationships can be tricky. Before we jump into the interpersonal, let’s get a sense of what trauma is. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration (SAMHSA)…
If your sexual health isn’t what you’d like it to be, your daily habits could be to blame. Things like tobacco, alcohol, and obesity will all decrease your fertility and negatively affect your sexual functioning. Fortunately, there are many simple things you can add to your lifestyle that will get you back on track toward…
It’s a common myth that men think about sex every seven seconds. However, a study conducted at Ohio State University suggests the real number is likely closer to 19 times a day. Regardless of the figure, you can guarantee most of those thoughts concern getting busy between the sheets, and not what happens in the body. A…
Parenting would be a lot easier if it were like baking – exact ingredients, precise directions, specific chocolate-to-dough ratio, and voila! The perfect chocolate chip cookie! (Um, I mean, kid). While there’s literally no one specific recipe for raising children, a lot of parents incorporate informed decision-making in their approach. Choosing if, how, and when…
Andropause is similar to its female counterpart, menopause , and refers to declining levels of testosterone in aging men. Often referred to as Low T, this condition isn’t as widely understood as menopause, making it difficult for both patients and physicians to recognize. Fortunately, diagnostic tools for measuring testosterone levels are improving, making it easier…
How do you feel about porn? Now, how do you feel about someone consuming porn while in a committed relationship? Porn is one of those things that can be quite variable depending on the individuals involved, communication between those individuals, past behavior, and current relationship conditions – even the type of porn can be a…
To say that erections are mysterious is a bit of an understatement. When we were younger, erections seemed to happen at the most random and embarrassing moments! As we got older, an erection became a symbol of virility and deeply connected to our personal identity. For most men, erections are summoned and seem to arise…
I went to a very progressive medical school, and one of the principles I learned was that it is not good enough to make the diagnosis and prescribe the right medications. You have to remove as many obstacles as possible that may be interfering with your patients taking the drug. The most prevalent obstacles tend…
Have you heard of Self-Insemination? Self-Insemination is a process where a man will ejaculate at home into a cup and use that sample to draw it up with a syringe to insert into his partner. Whenever it comes out, it’s clumpy and goopy. And then basically there are enzymes that break it up. So, he…
Ever since a small study from 2009 implied testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) increased the incidence of cardiovascular events in patients who received TRT, many men have suffered through their symptoms out of fear of this unfounded side-effect. However, a new study has revealed that those findings are unsubstantiated and in fact, our experience is that…
If you’re a member or an ally of the queer community, you know that Pride isn’t just one month of celebration. Being proud of who you are as an individual and as a sexual being (or not – that’s the “A” for asexual in LBGTQIA+) is something we strive to experience every day. But since…
Once considered a taboo topic, infertility is now a mainstream discussion. This is a good thing, because promoting infertility awareness can help those who are struggling with it in several ways. First, people don’t have to suffer in isolation, and there is great hope in regard to the latest treatment options. And when personal stories…
Considering this procedure? Then you’re in very good company. In fact, it’s becoming more and more commonplace, particularly here in the United States. While it can bring to mind words such as impossibly painful and very permanent, these are old school characterizations. Urologist Justin K. Houman of Cedar-Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles gets it. “Because…
It’s that time of year again, where everyone sets out with great intentions to do better in their lives. Whether it’s quitting smoking, losing some weight, or being more organized, we all do our best initially but sometimes fall short after a month or two. One of the biggest reasons a lot of us set…
When you hear the term “low libido”, who do you think of? In all likelihood, you think ofwomen. And you might also think that only women experience it. We tend to believe thatmen’s higher testosterone levels are protective in that way and that therefore, men are wiredto want to have sex 24/7. While there are…