A University of Texas study says the secret to more intimacy might already be sitting in your sink.
Turns out those social media couples joking that a partner doing the dishes is the ultimate form of foreplay might be onto something real. New research out of the University of Texas at Austin has found a…
Sex
For years, my sex life followed a pattern I assumed was unusual. When I was dating someone I felt a real connection with, sex happened often, sometimes multiple times a week. When I was single or cycling through forgettable first dates, my interest in sex simply vanished, and I barely noticed its absence. It took…
Many people spend years searching for ways to improve their intimate relationships, experimenting with new techniques, communication strategies or relationship advice. While those approaches can be helpful, experts say a deeper issue often goes unnoticed. Instead of focusing solely on what happens during intimacy, they encourage paying attention to how present you feel in the…
When the physical spark dims, the right conversation can reignite more than just the bedroom — here's how to say what needs to be said.
There are conversations Black couples simply don't have enough — and the state of their sex lives is near the top of that list. Between the weight of cultural expectations,…
For years, I assumed pornography was meant to be watched. The formula seemed fixed. A screen, visuals and a predictable sequence of events leading to arousal. But after long workdays filled with endless scrolling, video meetings and digital overload, the idea of watching more content felt exhausting rather than exciting. That was when a few…
Few milestones carry as much pressure as a first sexual experience. Between movies, social media and locker room talk, it can feel like everyone has a clear idea of what it should look like. The reality is simpler. A good first experience depends less on technique and more on whether both people genuinely want to…
Research has long suggested that the majority of women do not reach orgasm through penetration alone yet that conversation rarely makes it into mainstream discussions about partnered sex. One solution that continues to gain attention among sexual wellness experts is the intentional pairing of sex toys with specific positions that allow for simultaneous internal and…
New research suggests that weekly intimacy could do more than just boost your mood — it may actually protect your cells from aging.
When it comes to wellness, most conversations center around green smoothies, sleep hygiene, and hitting the gym. But science is increasingly pointing to another surprisingly pleasurable habit as a key player in healthy…
Facesitting may be one of the oldest oral sex positions around, but it is suddenly having a major cultural moment again.
Interest in the intimate act has surged online in recent months, with ethical adult entertainment platform Sssh.com reporting a sharp increase in searches and requests tied to the position. The renewed curiosity has also…
The science, sensation, and subtle communication behind those intimate sounds
When it comes to intimacy, no two experiences look—or sound—the same. For some, silence feels natural. For others, expression comes through breathy sighs, soft whispers, or full-on moans. But those sounds aren’t just for show. They’re rooted in both biology and connection, revealing more about…

