Blog — Intimacy

Like and other toy or tool sex toys need to be taken care of properly for long term use. In addition to using the correct kind of lube, that means cleaning and sometimes sanitizing them, so that you get the most bang for your buck. When it comes to sex toys, for most uses and users cleaning them is sufficient. In some cases, however you may need to look into actually sanitizing them as well. When is cleaning a toy enough? If you are using the toy on yourself and are using it for the same purpose/orifice, cleaning a toy...

Maybe you want to spice up your sex life, maybe you are curious to experiment, or maybe you’ve developed a taste for adventure during quarantine. Whatever the reason, you are ready to try some “kinky” things in the bedroom. But you are too embarrassed to ask your partner. What if they think I’m a pervert? What if they decide they never want to see me again?! While it’s understandable to be worried about what your partner will think of you, it might not be as hard as you think to introduce kink to your relationship. (Plus – if they’re going...

Why you should talk to your kids about sex early and often Talking to your kids about sex is not easy, but it is very important. As a parent you are the most important influence on a child’s or teen’s life decisions. That includes sex and relationships. You are more important than siblings, their friends, or media. Your help and guidance can help them make smart, healthy choices as they grow up. Being transparent and open about talking about sex will also help you open up conversations with your kids about other difficult subjects so that in the future they...

Humans have a need to touch and be touched by other humans. This refers to all kinds of touch, not just sensual or sexual touching. This includes what some people refer to as “platonic touch”, such as handshakes, friendly hugs, cuddling or even pats on the back. From the moment we are born, as babies, we depend on touch for physical and emotional wellbeing. That is the reason babies are given to their mothers after birth for direct skin contact. This is critical not only for bonding, but it also activates the hormone oxytocin (the so called “love hormone”) which...

What do the words “sex” and “sexuality” mean to you? What do the two have in common and what is the difference between the two? How are they related? When you talk about “sex”, what are you referring to? What besides it would you consider to be a part of sexuality?   Sex and sexuality are concepts and ideas that are broader than what happens with our genitals during “sexual activities”. They are central to what makes us “us”, they are at the core of our identity and shape many aspects of our daily interactions with others and their (and...