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Penis Size
Penis size may be the biggest source of worry for men. Learn the facts about average penis size, does penis size matter, the trouble with comparing penis size, and whether or not you can do anything to enlarge your penis.
Average Penis Size
What does scientific research have to say about average penis size? Penis size is measured in terms of both average length and girth of a flaccid penis and average length and girth of an erect penis. There are many problems with determining what the average penis size is.
Best Sex Scenes in Movies
A list of the best movie sex scenes as selected by members of LoveFilm, Europe's largest internet DVD rental service.
Right Angle Sex Position Image
Image of the right angle sex position.
Dirty Talk
Suggestions on how to introduce “dirty talk” to your relationship, with tips on expanding your vocabulary of sex words, getting comfortable with dirty talk, and recommendations for more reading.
Sexuality - HowTos
An index of HowTos for the Sexuality guide site.
Homemade Sex Toys
Tips for homemade sex toy projects, plus links to the best homemade sex toy sites, books and products.
Real Sex Scenes in Movies
A list of mainstream movies that apparently contain real sex scenes.
All About Orgasms
Orgasms are the most sought after and most misunderstood part of our sexuality. Learn about different types of orgasms, the real definition of orgasm, fake orgasms, orgasm problems, and the best books about orgasms available.
How to Find Your G-Spot
A step by step guide to finding your g-spot, including suggestions on how to stimulate the g spot, or urethral sponge, positions, and tricks to see if you enjoy G spot stimulation and pleasure.
Think Your Penis Is Too Small
Many men think they their penis is small. Yet most research shows that heterosexual women are mostly satisfied with the size of their partners’ penis, even when their partner is not. There are many reasons that men may think their penis is small.
Kegel Exercises for Men
Step by step instructions on doing kegel exercises to strengthen your PC muscles for men.
Woman on Top Sex Position
Image of the basic woman on top sex position
How to Find Your Prostate
A step by step guide to finding the prostate gland and prostate stimulation. Sometimes called the male g-spot or “prostate milking”, prostate massage can be intensely pleasurable for many men.
Penis Too Big
Tips on what to do if your partner’s penis is too big and making sex uncomfortable or painful.
Does Penis Size Matter?
Does penis size matter? Research on the importance of penis size to men and women.
Basic Missionary Sex Position
Image of the basic missionary sex position.
Male Multiple Orgasms
An introductory how-to about male multiple orgasms. Explains the importance of breathe, awareness, and PC muscles to have non-ejaculatory orgasms that can prolong sexual pleasure and increase male sexual potential.
Sex Toys 101
Explains the basics of sex toys including different kinds of sex toys, tips on shopping for sex toys, where to find the best sex toys, sex toy safety, and sex toy quizzes.
Do Penis Pumps Work?
Explains that penis pumps do not work to permanently enlarge your penis.
How do I find my PC Muscle?
Instructions for both men and women on how to find your pubococcygeus muscles (PC muscles). With links to information on how to do kegel exercises to strengthen the PC muscles.
Quiet Sex
Ideas on how to have sex quietly when staying overnight in a friend or family members house. Also good for when you have too many family members staying at your house over night.
How to Give a Handjob
A step by step guide on how to give a man a handjob, with tips on anatomy, technique, using props, and communicating with your partner about handjobs.
Real Sex Scenes in Movies
A list of mainstream movies that apparently contain real sex scenes.
Basic Spooning Sex Position
Image of the basic spooning sex position.
Basic Doggy Style Sex Position
Image of doggy style or rear entry sex position.
How Do I Measure Up?
Answers to questions about penis size, and other common sexual health questions, with links to research and resources.
Control Premature Ejaculation
A step by step explanation of the start/stop technique of controlling premature ejaculation.
Male Genitalia
A guided tour of the basic parts of male genitalia including the penis, scrotum, prostate gland, frenulum, perineum, and anus.
Bum Lift Sex Position
Image of the bum lift sex position
Reverse Cowgirl Sex Position
Image of the basic reverse cowgirl sex position.
Bend Over, Boyfriend
Information, tips, and resources for straight couples interested in exploring male anal play and strap on sex. Includes shopping tips, safer sex tips, and information about gender and role play.
Basic Right Angle Sex Position
Image of the basic right angle sex position
What Is Sex?
What is sex? How does sex differ from sexuality? Learn about defining sex and sexuality for yourself in a way that can help you explore more of your sexual potential and increase your sexual health.
Female Genitals
A guided tour of the basic parts of the female genitals, including the vulva, vagina, clitoris, pc muscle, g-spot, and more.
Side by Side Sex Position
Image of the basic side by side sex facing position.
Edge of the Bed Sex Position
Image of the edge of the bed sex position.
Wall Standing Sex Position
Image of the basic wall standing sex position
What is Tantric Sex?
A basic introduction to Tantra sexual practice and what Tantric sex has come to mean in the west. Answers questions what is Tantra? Who is Tantra good for? With links to more resources, information, tips, and techniques on Tantra sex.
Micropenis
Explains the causes, treatment, and problematic social meaning of a micropenis, which is a clinical term to describe a very small penis.
What is the G Spot?
An explanation of what the g spot is thought to be, the function of the g spot, and the reasons the g spot may provide sexual excitement.
Signs of ejaculation
How can you tell if a guy is going to ejaculate? Explaining the signs that ejaculation is imminent and how you can tell when it’s going to happen.
Building a Better Orgasm
Ten tips on building better orgasms. Ways to expand your orgasmic potential through movement and breath, through fantasy and sex toys, and by improving your sexual health.
Erotic Nude Photography Books
A gift guide to nude art photography books. Ten of the best collections of nude art and erotic photography covering a range of photographic and sexual styles.
Personal Lubricants
Questions and concerns when choosing a personal lubricant, and a guide to picking the best personal lubricant for you. Describes the difference between silicone and water based sex lubricants, how long lubricants last, and suggestions and advice for choosing a lubricant that’s right for you.
Vaginal Taste
Answers to commonly asked sexual health questions. Includes an answer to questions about the vaginal taste, and can you alter the taste of your vagina.
Types of Orgasms
Different types of orgasms are described including clitoral versus vaginal orgasms, multiple orgasms, g spot orgasms and others.
Penis Anatomy
An overview of the various parts of the penis, including the shaft, glans, frenulum, foreskin, and the internal anatomy of the penis.
Male Multiple Orgasm Primer
Basic information about male multiple orgasm. Where the teachings began, what research has been done on the topic, and the basic ideas behind male multiple orgasms are discussed.
Sex Tips for the Rest of Us
Short and sweet sex tips to help you think about sex and sexuality and your own sexual expression. This tip offers advice on how to talk dirty.
Raised Kneeling Sex Position
Image of the raised kneeling sex position
How to Use a Vibrator
A beginner’s guide to using vibrators for women. Tips and techniques on using vibrators for external stimulation and penetration.
Doggy Style Variations
Image of doggy style or rear entry sex position.
Penis Pumps
All about penis pumps. Explains how penis pumps work, whether penis pumps are effective, and how safe it is to use a penis pump.
How Long Does Sex Last?
How long does sex last for? Answers to this question and other common sexual health questions, with links to research and resources.
Anatomy of Intercourse
The anatomy of intercourse research from Leonardo da Vinci to Masters and Johnson to MRI and 3D ultrasound imaging.
Sexual Fantasy Ideas
Tips on developing sexual fantasy ideas and coming up with fantasy scenarios that work for you.
Is Oral Sex Safe Sex?
Explains the STD risks of oral sex and describes the different levels of risk and methods of transmission, with suggestions on ways to make oral sex safer.
Using Condoms Properly
A step by step explanation on how to put on and take off a condom. With links to illustrations on how to put on a condom properly
Male Sexuality
Important things to know about male sexuality. Looking beyond penis size and sexual stereotypes about male sexuality.
Vibrators
Vibrators are the most popular selling sex toy in the world. This guide offers tips on choosing the right vibrator, buying a vibrator without being ripped off, and ways of using vibrators for men, women, and couples.
Sex Position Tip #3
A guide to sex positions, coming up with new ideas for sex positions, profiles of popular and common sex positions, and key elements of any good sex position.
Kegel Exercises (for women)
Step by step instructions on doing kegel exercises to strengthen your PC muscles for women.
What's with Penis Size?
Answers to commonly asked sexual health questions. Includes an answer to questions about the importance of penis size, what is the average penis size, does penis size matter, does it matter more to women or men, and whether length or girth is more important.
How to Choose a Vibrator
Tips on buying a vibrator, how to choose a vibrator for you and your partner, different materials for vibrators, and how to find a vibrator that will work for you
What Is an Orgasm?
What is orgasm, and how is it defined by science and culture? Better than single definitions are multi-dimensional explanations of orgasm.
Why does penis size matter?
Information about research on average penis size and whether penis size matters to men and women.
Sex Position Tip #1
A guide to sex positions, coming up with new ideas for sex positions, profiles of popular and common sex positions, and key elements of any good sex position.
Teen Sex Statistics
Teen sex statistics on sexual behaviors and changes in teen sexual behaviors over time.
How to Use Penis Rings
A beginner’s guide to using penis rings.
Fantasy Sexual Role Play
Information and ideas on sexual fantasy role play, creating scenarios, developing characters, finding costumes and props, and setting ground rules for safe and fun sexual fantasy role play.
All About the G Spot
A complete reference guide to the g spot, with information on the g spot debate, the history of research into the g spot, how to find your g spot, and what the g spot is and isn’t, as well as reviews of books about the g spot, and g spot vibrators.
Homemade-Sex-Toys.com
An interview with the folks who write and produce homemade-sex-toys.com, a great site for homemade sex toy inspiration and instruction.
Causes of Pain During Sex
Describes both physical and psychological causes of pain during sex.
Missionary Position Images
Image of the basic missionary sex position.
Doggy Style Hands and Feet
Variation on the doggy style or rear entry position where one partner is penetrating the other from behind. Suggestions for variation on this position, as well as pros and cons of the doggy style sex position for penetration sex play.
Bad Reporting on Sex Research
A study of penis size, conducted in India, triggered several terrible reports that are either ignorant, racist, or both.
Small Penis Syndrome
A proposed diagnosis for men who have anxiety about the size of their penis when they don’t have a clinically small penis.
Labia Too Big?
Should I be worried if my labia are too big? Should I consider surgery to reduce the size of my large labia?
Is There an Orgasm Test?
Is there such a thing as a test to tell if you've had an orgasm? Why knowing if you've had an orgasm is complicated, and why you should worry less about the final result and focus more on what gets you there.
Put a Condom on withYour Mouth
Answers the question how do I put a condom on with my mouth, with step by step instructions on how to put a condom on with your mouth.
Faking Orgasms
Details on how common it is for people to fake orgasms, whether or not you can tell when someone is faking an orgasm, and how to tell your partner that you have fake orgasms.
Taking Erotic Photos
A beginner’s guide to taking erotic photographs from Christine Ablett. Suggestions on cameras, planning ahead, dealing with models, and setting the mood for an erotic photography shoot are offered.
Sex Shop Hall of Fame
A list of the best and most unique sex shops in the world. Whether you’re looking for vibrators, dildos, harnesses, erotic fiction, or adult movies, this list includes sex shops not to be missed, that won’t disappoint. Rated for the quality and selection of their product lines and more importantly for their customer service.
How to Screw Up Your Sex Life
Ten ways to screw up your sex life, and ten suggestions on how to avoid them.
Kegel Exercises
Answers to commonly asked questions about Kegel exercises, including what are Kegel exercises, why do Kegel exercises, and instructions on how to do Kegel exercises for men and for women.
Female Ejaculation
Background information on the female ejaculation debate, plus tips on how to experiment with female ejaculation and g-spot stimulation, and where to find more information.
Sex Books for Couples
Deepen your sexual connection with your partner with this list of new and classic sexual exploration books for couples. From tips and techniques to delving deep into each other's erotic psyches.
PC Muscles
Definition of the Pubococcygeus Muscles, known as the PC muscles.
Top Sexual Fantasies
While every list of top sexual fantasies differs slightly there are less than ten themes that consistently appear on surveys of top sexual fantasies.
Morning after Pill - Plan B
Basic information on the morning after pill form of emergency contraception also called Plan B. Includes information on effectiveness, side effects, costs, where to get the morning after pill, and things to watch out for.
Choosing Adult Movies
A guide to picking adult movies. Offers suggestions on how to choose adult movies for beginners to the world of adult entertainment.
Sex Without Intercourse
Ideas on ways to increase sexual intimacy without intercourse. Exploring sexual touch that doesn’t lead to penetration, non verbal sexual communication, and learning how to talk dirty, can all be ways of enhancing sexual satisfaction and intimacy without penetration or intercourse.
Latex Condoms and Allergies
Describes the prevalence and causes of latex allergies and latex condoms. Describes what latex allergies look and feel like, and offers non-latex alternatives for people who have allergic reactions to latex condoms.
Why Does Sex Hurt?
Why does sex hurt? Explains common reasons for painful sex and solutions to reduce pain during sex.
Question of Penis Size
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Erotic Literature Gifts
A guide to the best erotic literature collections released this year.
Sex Position Tip #2
A guide to sex positions, coming up with new ideas for sex positions, profiles of popular and common sex positions, and key elements of any good sex position.
Pearl Rabbit Vibrator
Sex toy product review of the pearl rabbit vibrator, also known as the rabbit pearl vibrator. Includes pros and cons of the pearl rabbit vibrator, suggestions of who it would and would not be good for, and recommended places to buy the pearl rabbit vibrator.
Male and Female Orgasms
Explains the possible differences and likely similarities between male orgasms and female orgasms.
Is oral sex risky?
Answers the question, is oral sex safer sex? What are the risks of having unprotected oral sex?
Sexual Touch
A step by step guide to exploring sexual touch with your partner. Ideas on how to increase intimacy through sexual touch, and tips on ways to touch that will deepen your knowledge of your partner’s body and sexual response.
Unexpected Orgasms
There are several types of orgasms that fall outside of standard textbook descriptions of an orgasm in terms of when, where, and how they occur. These orgasms can be considered unexpected orgasms.
Penis Rings
Describes the basic penis ring, how it functions, and important safety information regarding the use of penis rings.
Lies We're Told About Sex
The major lies we're told about sex include: sex is completely genetic, sex is simple and natural, great sex is all about technique, and more.
Premature Ejaculation
Answers some of the common myths about premature ejaculation with facts.
Morning Erections
Morning erections, euphemistically called “morning wood” can be a source of confusion and occasionally embarrassment for younger guys, and concern for older men who may find their morning erections reduced or gone altogether.
Pre-cum
A definition of pre-cum, or pre-ejaculatory fluid, which is expelled from the penis during sexual arousal and prior to ejaculation.
Sex and Marijuana
Describes the positive and negative sex effects of marijuana. While many people, women in particular, find marijuana has positive effects on sexual arousal and behavior, if taken in larger amounts marijuana can severely dampen sex.
Where is my G Spot?
Answers to commonly asked sexual health questions. Includes an answer to questions about finding the g spot, a brief description of the debate about the female g spot, how to find it, and links to technique and resources on g-spot information.
G Spot Vibrators
A review of g spot vibrators, sex toy reviews with information on pricing, materials, pros and cons, and links to where to find g spot vibrators for sale.
Sex Quotes
List of famous and infamous quotes on sex and sexuality
High End Sex Toys
High end sex toys have been slowly gaining in popularity in the past five years. There are now several high end sex toy manufacturers and designers, each offering a unique vision for high end sex toys.
Aneros Prostate Massager
Sex toy product review of the Aneros prostate massager. Includes pros and cons of the toy, suggestions of who it would and would not be good for, and things to watch out for when using the Aneros.
Male Sexual Response
Description of the male sexual response cycle according to the research of Masters and Johnson. Includes a description of the excitement, plateau, orgasm, and resolution phases of male sexual response.
Orgasmic Disorders
Orgasmic disorders are conditions where both men and women are either unable to have an orgasm, have orgasms that are not as strong as they once were, have orgasms too quickly, or have orgasms that are accompanied by pain.
Is sex in porn real?
Lists several ways that the sex you see in pornography is not a good representation of sexual experience.
PGAD
Reviews what is known about this newly described condition of persistent genital arousal disorder, also known as persistent sexual arousal syndrome. Includes symptoms, causes, and treatments for PGAD and links to resources for more information
Building a Better Orgasm
Ten tips on building better orgasms. Ways to expand your orgasmic potential through movement and breath, through fantasy and sex toys, and by improving your sexual health.
Put on a Female Condom
Instructions on how to put on and remove the female condom.
Sex Therapy FAQ
Answers to commonly asked questions about sex therapy including what is sex therapy, why see a sex therapist, how to find a therapist, what training sex therapists receive, where to find a therapist in your area, and when to seek help from a sex therapist.
Is Watching Porn Okay
Includes a discussion of the health of watching adult videos in a relationship and ways to talk with your partner about your concerns.
Sex Statistics
An overview of sex statistics from survey research with links to sites that offer detailed sexual behavior surveys, and print resources for further research.
Edge of the Bed Variations
Image of the edge of the bed sex position.
Oral Sex Quiz Results
Thanks for taking our quiz about oral sex.
Female Sexual Response
Description of the female sexual response cycle according to the research of Masters and Johnson. Includes a description of the excitement, plateau, orgasm, and resolution phases of male sexual response.
Sex Book Christmas Gifts
The hottest Christmas sex book gifts this holiday season. Erotic photography and sex books for Christmas and holiday gifts.
Minx by Shiri Zinn
Minx vibrator, designed by Shiri Zinn.
Revolutionary Sex Toys
A list of the top sex toys that revolutionized the sex toy world through innovation in design, material, and marketing.
Sex and Ecstasy
What are the sex effects of Ecstasy (also called MDMA)? Subjective reports and laboratory research explain the negative and positive sex effects of Ecstasy.
Scrotum and Testicles
A description of the scrotum and testicles, part of the male reproductive and sexual anatomy.
Who Uses Vibrators?
Research on who uses vibrators, how many people use vibrators, and the demographics of vibrator users.
Choosing a Non Latex Condom
Description of non latex condoms that are currently available for people with latex allergies. Where to buy non latex condoms, and what the difference is between non latex condom brands.
Sex Position Tip #6
A guide to sex positions, coming up with new ideas for sex positions, profiles of popular and common sex positions, and key elements of any good sex position.
Water Based Lubricants
Explaining the difference between water based personal lubricants, including consistency, ingredients, and how long different water based lubricants last. With links to reviews of water based lubricants.
Treating Vaginal Dryness
Describes different options for treating vaginal dryness.
Spontaneous Orgasms
A rare but documented sexual side effect of some medications, particularly antidepressant drugs, is the experience of spontaneous orgasm.
Hard Plastic Sex Toys
An explanation of sex toys made of hard plastic. Tips on how to use hard plastic sex toys safely, and make them last.
Alcohol and Sex
Explains the sexual effects of alcohol including short term and long term effects of alcohol consumption on sexuality as well as “expectancy effects” of alcohol on the way we behave sexually.
Allergic to Latex Condoms
Answers the question, how do I know if I’m having an allergic reaction to latex condoms? Links to the prevalence and causes of latex allergies and latex condoms, what latex allergies look and feel like, and offers non-latex alternatives for people who have allergic reactions to latex condoms.
Female Orgasmic Disorder
A definition of female orgasmic disorder.
Tips for Sex to get Pregnant
Tips on keeping sex fun when you are trying to get pregnant and timing your sex life to your ovulation.
Raising Sexual Issues
Offers concrete suggestions on raising sexual issues or concerns with a romantic partner. Communication tips, timing, location, and the importance of practicing before hand are discussed.
Orgasm Books
Reviews of books about orgasm, including tips and techniques and the science of female orgasms, male orgasms, multiple orgasms, and more. With descriptions and links.
Sexual Role Play Tip
Ideas on setting ground rules and boundaries for fantasy sexual role playing.
Finding the Best Condoms
Tips on finding the best condom to increase sensitivity and sexual pleasure.
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