Writing about sex, queerness, and wellness for everyone excluded from traditional sex-ed.
Selected articles, essays, and guides—spanning pleasure, sexual wellness, LGBTQ+ identity, and inclusive fitness & health.
Queer Sex Educator & Journalist
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Queer Sex Educator & Journalist 〰️
Queer Sex Educator & Journalist
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Queer Sex Educator & Journalist 〰️
Pleasure-Forward Sex Education
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What It Really Means to Have Sexual Chemistry with Someone
A science-backed breakdown of the factors that shape sexual chemistry, from scent and timing to emotional safety.
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Is "Sexual Flatness" Ruining Your Sex Life? Esther Perel Says So
Explores the roots of desire loss and offers practical ways to rekindle intimacy through communication, curiosity, and erotic intentionality.
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Yes, You can Degrade Your Girlfriend in Bed and Still Respect Her. Sex Experts Explain How.
A clear-eyed look at how partners can explore consensual degradation while upholding trust, care, and mutual respect.
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How To Make The 69 Sex Position Hot (And Not Awkward), According To Sex Experts
Tips and expert-backed strategies to help partners bring confidence, pleasure, and playfulness to this classic position.
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The Best Lesbian And Queer Sex Positions To Try Tonight, According To Sex Therapists
A body-literate, inclusive guide to queer intimacy, with practical position suggestions that center connection and pleasure.
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Hi, Here’s What to Do If Your Partner’s Penis Smells...Not Great We asked actual doctors how to address this ~spunky~ situation.
A candid, judgment-free guide to navigating penile odor, with medical insights, hygiene tips, and communication advice.
Queer Identity & Relationships
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Symbiosexuality 101
Discusses the attraction style of being drawn to the dynamic between couples rather than the individuals themselves.
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Attn: You Can Be a Bisexual Dyke! Here’s Why Identifying as Both Is Valid
A thoughtful unpacking of intersecting identities and how reclaiming multiple labels can foster authenticity and community.
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Can Straight People Call Themselves Queer Without Being Appropriative? It’s Complicated
A nuanced look at evolving identity language, cultural context, and who gets to claim queerness in today’s LGBTQ+ landscape.
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Here's How to Support Your Newly-Out Bisexual Partner
A practical, affirming guide to meeting this relationship milestone with empathy, celebration, and allyship.
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Why I Couldn’t Masturbate Until I Faced My Internalized Biphobia
A vulnerable exploration of how identity shame can disconnect us from pleasure — and what healing can look like.
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The Under-Explored Intersection of Queer Identity and Pelvic-Floor Dysfunction
Investigates how trauma, gender identity, and stress impact pelvic health — and how queer-inclusive care can support healing.
Wellness, Fitness, & Aging
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The Challenges of Being an LGBTQ+ Person With IBD
Highlights the unique barriers LGBTQ+ folks face in seeking care for inflammatory bowel disease, from provider bias to medical misinformation.
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5 Things We Learned From LGBTQ+ People With IBD
Shares firsthand insights from queer folks navigating IBD, covering stigma, sex, identity, and how to advocate for affirming care.
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Are Antidepressants Overused in Menopause?
Investigates the growing concern that mood symptoms during menopause are too often medicated without addressing hormonal shifts or root causes.
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How Men Can Deal With 'Andropause', The So-Called Male Menopause" - An educational deep-dive into a health condition
An educational look at hormonal changes in aging men, including testosterone decline, symptoms, and treatment options.
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Your Exercise Regimen Can Impact Your Sex Drive. Here’s How to Find Balance.
Breaks down how overtraining, hormonal shifts, and mental burnout can affect libido — and what to adjust to support both energy and desire.
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Why Does My Tampon Feel Like It’s Going to Shoot Out of Me Like a Rocket When I Exercise on My Period?
Explains why certain period symptoms intensify during exercise, and offers practical, body-aware solutions for staying comfortable while staying active.
Product Reviews & Guides
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12 Best Period Underwear, Reviewed & Approved by Teen Vogue Testers If you're ready to make the switch, we've got you covered — literally.
A hands-on comparison of the top absorbent underwear on the market — with honest notes on fit, feel, and leak protection.
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The 25 Best Sex Toys for Solo and Partner Play, According to Sex and Intimacy Experts
From suction vibes to strap-ons, this comprehensive roundup is vetted by therapists and educators to suit every curiosity and comfort level.
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How to Choose the Best Strap-On, According to Sex Therapists
A detailed, gender-inclusive guide to selecting the right harness and dildo combo for your needs, experience level, and anatomy.
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Can AI Improve Your Sex Life?
Reviews Arya Concierge, a luxury service that uses AI to deliver personalized sex toy recommendations — and explores whether the tech delivers on its promise.
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The 10 Best Male Masturbators, Tested by Sex Experts
A trusted roundup of strokers, sleeves, and hands-free toys — reviewed for realism, functionality, and pleasure potential across body types.