Healthy sex life

Enjoying a healthy sex life involves practising safe safe, only doing what feels comfortable for you and communicating well with your partner.

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What is an orgasm?
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How to increase your sex drive
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Why do I have a high sex drive at the moment?
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Does masturbation cause acne?
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Does masturbation cause hair loss?
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The female orgasm: Your questions answered
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Female masturbation: The facts
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6 of the best lubricants for sex
Understanding fear of sex
Understanding fear of sex
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When can you have sex after a vasectomy?
What you need to know about penis piercing
What you need to know about penis piercing
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How should you clean sex toys?
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How many calories does sex burn?
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What is oral sex?
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How often should you masturbate?
Itching after sex
What causes itching after sex and how can you treat it?
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What are the benefits of masturbation?
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Anal sex: all you need to know
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Natural ways to increase your libido
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How to make sex last longer
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4 natural ways to improve your sexual stamina
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Masturbation Q&A
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Am I masturbating too much and can it be bad for me?
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Is masturbation normal?
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Good sex tips
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Sex as you get older
When can you have sex after birth?
When can you have sex after birth?

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