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Almost everybody does it, but almost nobody talks about it. Many people masturbate for one simple reason: it feels good. But did you know masturbation is actually good for you? Let’s dive into the ...

Someone asked us: I had an abortion with pills and I’m worried that my doctor will find out. Can you tell if someone had an abortion? Generally speaking, no one — including nurses or doctors — can ...

If you’re 17 or younger, you need your parent or guardian’s consent to get gender-affirming hormone replacement therapies (HRT) like testosterone and estrogen. However, some states are trying to pass ...

Someone asked us: What birthcontrols dont cause dryness down there? I'm currently on Nexplanon. Vaginal dryness is a hormonal side effect of some birth control methods that contain the hormones ...

Someone asked us: Can birth control make you gain weight? It depends. Most types of birth control don’t affect your weight. But there are some methods that may cause weight gain in some people.

Lots of people discover early in life that touching their genitals feels good. But exploring your body doesn’t have to stop when you hit puberty — it can be a lifelong adventure! A part of your body ...

Finding and taking abortion pills to end a pregnancy without the help of a doctor or nurse is called “self-managed abortion” (which some people call an “at-home abortion”). It’s a fairly common ...

Whether you’re getting the copper or hormonal IUD, long-term birth control methods are a great decision for lots of people. IUDs are convenient, easy to use, and very, very good at preventing ...

Learn how to listen to your body so you can identify your sexual boundaries. Get tips on spotting sexual coercion, which is is using pressure or influence to get someone to agree to sex.

What are your different forms of abortion? There are two kinds of abortion — the abortion pill and in-clinic abortion. Medication abortion (also known as the abortion pill) consists of using two ...

Learn how to calculate your pregnancy weeks by tracking your period. Understand gestational age and find tools to help you through your pregnancy.