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Mindfulness During Sex Means More Orgasms

— Here’s What to Know Being Aware of Your Body and Emotions Will Lead to Better Pleasure, Says Experts By Rebecca Strong As new research sheds light on the many mental, physical, and emotional benefits...

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The One Ingredient Every Couple Needs For A Lasting Relationship

By Kelly Gonsalves There are lots of qualities that typically get attention when talking about what makes a healthy relationship: trust, honesty, and communication tend to be the big ones. But...

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Not in the mood?

Study reveals how couples communicate when desire is low by Blake Eligh A new study from U of T Mississauga pulls back the covers to reveal how couples communicate when it comes to sex and desire. The...

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‘Start low, and go slow’

— how to talk to your partner about sex It might be awkward at first, but opening up about your needs and desires can transform your relationship By Hannah Booth Sex is a life-affirming act, one of the...

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What to know about mismatched sex drives

People in a relationship may differ in how much sex they want. Mismatched sex drives are common but may cause a strain in a relationship if the couple does not learn to manage their differences by...

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How To Make The First Move Without Forgetting Consent

(Spoiler: It’s Not Hard) By Kasandra Brabaw For straight men and women, the sexual script has generally gone like this: Boy likes girl; boy asks girl out; boy makes the first move. That’s always been...

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How to Talk About Sex With Your Partner

By Sheri Stritof Problems with sex and sexual satisfaction can cause relationship and marital distress.1 Even though it is a common problem, talking about sex with your partner can be daunting. Sharing...

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How to Have a Healthy Fight With Your Partner

Where there is love, there will be arguing. Here’s how to do it the right way. By Gigi Engle If you think your magical relationship is never going to encounter a fight, you’re just plain wrong. Sorry...

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5 Ways Technology Can Actually Help Your Relationship

Scrolling next to each other counts. By Nikki Campo During the first year-ish of the pandemic, I counted down the minutes until I could crash into bed. But every night, as depleted as I felt, I stayed...

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What Is a Safe Word, and How Do You Use One During Sex?

A simple “stop” might not cut it. Here’s why. By Suzannah Weiss Sex is hotter for everyone when all parties can relax knowing they’ll stay inside their comfort zones. One way to ensure in advance that...

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New Research Offers Solutions To Age-Old Relationship Problems

By Mark Travers Most people will tell you about certain challenges that arise sooner or later in long-term relationships. In most cases, it is enough knowing that you are not alone and that rough...

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How to Get Through a Dry Spell in Your Relationship

It’s completely normal, but it’s also important that you address it with your partner. By Brianne Hogan Everything seems better at the beginning of a relationship, but especially the sex. Impromptu...

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Are We Still Monogamous?

And 6 Other Questions to Ask Your Partner. After two years of tumult, these essential conversations can help couples talk about what’s working, what’s not and where the relationship is headed. By...

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How To Talk About Sex

— And Why You Should Do So More Often Let’s discuss. By Natalia Lusinski When you think about the term “sexual wellness,” what comes to mind? The state of your sexual health? Your sexuality? The...

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How to Start a Casual Sex Relationship

There is nothing shameful about casual sex—if you’re being open and honest. By Brianne Hogan A new study suggests that dating-app users are are more likely to casually date and have casual sex....

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5 things more important than sex in a relationship

By Rebecca Strong Not everyone finds sex essential in a relationship, and experts say other factors may matter more. Quality time, emotional security, and other forms of intimacy can help you grow...

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I watched the first episode of reality series ‘Good Sex,’ and seeing men ask...

By Julia Naftulin The new discovery+ series “Good Sex” has couples put cameras in their bedrooms. A sex coach uses the footage to help improve their intimacy. In the first episode, men reveal their...

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When One of You Doesn’t Want Sex

— Here’s What You Need to Be Talking About By Rachel Zar, LMFT, CST When sex fades within a romantic relationship, many people think the relationship is doomed to failure, and that may lead to...

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7 subtle signs of self-sabotage in a relationship

— Including dozens of real-life examples to help you spot them By Ashley Laderer   One sign of self-sabotaging is obsessing over your partner’s location when they’re not around. Conversely, you may be...

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How To Have That Awkward Conversation About Sexual Health With A New Partner

Talking about sex with someone you’re newly dating isn’t the easiest thing to do, but these experts in health and wellness share tips on how to go about it. By Elizabeth Ayoola Having conversations...

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