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It’s officially back-to-school season in the District, kiddos! Seas of new faces have arrived in our fair city to study at one of our many esteemed collegiate institutions, bringing with them boxes of clothes, their hopes and dreams, and, of course, their supercharged hormones. It doesn’t matter where your alumni allegiance may lie *cough, #RaiseHigh…
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As if periods weren’t already enough of a pain in the… well, you know where… now we have to worry about toxic metals in our tampons? It’s enough to make anyone want to curl up in a ball and hide under the covers for a couple of days (which, coincidentally, is about how long my…
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Spring isn’t just for dusting off shelves and sorting through the attic – it’s also the perfect time to spruce up your sex life! As nature blooms and the days grow longer and warmer, consider this your sign to freshen up your intimate engagements, from the physical tools of the trade to emotional connections. Whether…
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There are two schools of thought regarding sexual education. Some parents simply say, “Don’t do it,” while others arm their children information. While most would prefer the latter, there are some schools in the country that are skipping out on sex ed with dire consequences. Sexual Education is a vital part of teaching our youth…
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We’re a month into 2024, friends. How are we holding up? When we last spoke (er, you last read and I last wrote), we were talking about all things 2024 and setting ourselves up for a monumental year of self-love, hot hook-ups, and safer sex, among other things. Now’s check-in time, particularly as we look…
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Congratulations! You are expecting. And while this is a happy and exciting time, it can also be stressful. Planning for a new arrival can be overwhelming, and often, it’s hard to know where to start. Our list walks you through the planning for every trimester for an easy transition into parenthood. Read on for a…
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Every December 1, we come together to mark World AIDS Day and reup our collective commitment to ending HIV and the stigma those living with it still experience today. This year’s is a historic one, as it marks the 35th commemoration of this important day. It started in 1988 at the height of the AIDS…
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Consent is a hallmark of modern conversations about sex and relationships — and it’s also this year’s World Sexual Health Day theme. While traditionally framed as a simple verbal “yes” or “no,” this limited perspective doesn’t do justice to the intricate dance of human sexuality and communication. In honor of World Sexual Health Day, let’s…
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We all have routines. Perhaps it’s that Sunday evening shower where we give ourselves a deep clean: condition our hair, sport a face mask, or exfoliate from head to toe. We have routines for exercise, work, and our social lives, all focused on keeping us healthy and happy. But what about our sexual health? This…
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Being a woman can be exhausting. After all, we basically run this place. But during the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it can be easy to forget to take care of our basic needs. May is Women’s Healthy Month, and it’s a great time to start looking at how we take care of ourselves…
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