Sexual Health

Bloating After Sex Is More Common Than You Think — Here's What to Know

Dec 23, 2024

Bloating After Sex Is More Common Than You Think — Here's What to Know

Have you ever had amazing sex with your partner only to experience discomfort and bloating in your stomach afterward?

What Are LARCs, Exactly? An Ob-Gyn Breaks Down the Contraception Method

Dec 20, 2024

What Are LARCs, Exactly? An Ob-Gyn Breaks Down the Contraception Method

Finding your ideal form of birth control isn't easy.

The Truth About Poop During Anal Sex, According to Experts

Dec 5, 2024

The Truth About Poop During Anal Sex, According to Experts

Though anal sex can be a highly enjoyable experience, it comes with a lot of hows and whats and dos that you might not know the answer to.

You Can Still Get an STI From Oral Sex — Here's What to Know, According to MDs

Dec 5, 2024

You Can Still Get an STI From Oral Sex — Here's What to Know, According to MDs

When you think about sexually transmitted infections (STIs), also known as sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), you're probably thinking about those transmitted during vaginal penetrative sex.

What Causes Orange Discharge? We Asked an Ob-Gyn

Dec 3, 2024

What Causes Orange Discharge? We Asked an Ob-Gyn

The color of your discharge can say a lot about your health.

This Is Why Your Legs Hurt During Your Period — and How You Can Treat It

Nov 26, 2024

This Is Why Your Legs Hurt During Your Period — and How You Can Treat It

Menstrual pain isn't fun for anyone — point blank and period.

What Is Progestin-Only Birth Control, and Which Is Right For You?

Nov 12, 2024

What Is Progestin-Only Birth Control, and Which Is Right For You?

Searching for the right birth control can feel like a serious quest, and sometimes it takes trial and error to decide on the right option for you.

What's Actually Included in a Full STI Panel?

Nov 11, 2024

What's Actually Included in a Full STI Panel?

When it comes to your sex life, sexually transmitted infections (STIs) aren't the most romantic topic, but that doesn't mean they aren't deserving of your attention.

What Is HPV, Exactly?

Nov 6, 2024

What Is HPV, Exactly?

This informational guide, part of PS's Condition Center, lays out the realities of this health concern: what it is, what it can look like, and strategies that medical experts say are proven to help.

Do Vaginas Have Protein? Ob-Gyns Answer Social Media's Biggest Question

Nov 4, 2024

Do Vaginas Have Protein? Ob-Gyns Answer Social Media's Biggest Question

It's important to get your daily protein.

What Happens to the Vulva and Vagina After Birth — According to Experts

Nov 1, 2024

What Happens to the Vulva and Vagina After Birth — According to Experts

Despite an uptick in body positivity over the last several years, many people who've given birth still feel the pressure to "bounce back" fast.

How to Prepare For and Have Anal Sex, According to Sex Experts

Nov 1, 2024

How to Prepare For and Have Anal Sex, According to Sex Experts

When it comes to anal sex, there are a few things you should know ahead of time to guarantee a pleasurable and safe experience.