If your New Year’s resolution is to broaden your sexual horizons in 2026, then BDSM might be for you. Maybe streaming the steamy hit romance Heated rivalry on HBO has piqued your interest in exploring the subtle sub/dom dynamics of hockey babes Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov. Maybe you’ve read a novel like Sarah J. […]
To our Rewire community: When I became a member Newsgroup rewiring Shortly after the 2024 elections, I did so out of a strong belief that independent journalism – and especially journalism that provides accurate information about reproductive rights and justice – is essential to a healthy democracy. The same forces we’ve seen undermine reproductive freedom […]
Everyone knows the relief that comes with a negative test result, and those same people can imagine the fear and anxiety that comes with a positive test result. But some people will get a result that doesn’t cause fear or relief – it just makes them scratch their heads. Inconclusive results are unusual, but they […]
Intimate wellness is often described as something optional, indulgent, or something reserved for a specific stage of life. In reality as a researcher Dr. Ellen Kaufman makes it clearit is closely linked to emotional well-being, mental health and self-esteem – and it is never too late to start working on it. As a senior research […]
In a culture that often views sexuality as taboo or as entertainment – but rarely as healthcare – voices sound like Shameless sex podcast hosts April Lampert And Amy Baldwin offer a necessary reframing: pleasure is not a side track to health. It is central to that. Their conversation speaks directly to the next generation […]
What is the perceived responsiveness of partners? Perceived responsiveness of the partner refers to the belief that another person understands you, cares about you, and validates your experience. Importantly, this perception does not have to be objectively accurate to be influential. It’s about how responsive someone is feels for you right now. Research consistently shows […]
Fun starts with intention One of the main ideas that Venus returns to during the conversation is intention. She notes that many people engage in sexual activity without ever learning to ask for it Why they do it. Are they looking for connection? Validation? Distraction? Instant gratification? This lack of awareness can leave people disconnected […]
Modern relationships are often held to an impossible standard: effortless, conflict-free, and perfectly aligned at all times. Social media reinforces this illusion, presenting composite images of intimacy that leave many people feeling inadequate when their real relationships look messier, more complex, and more human. Relationship researcher Dr. Maximiliane Ulrichlocated at the University of Baselprovides a […]
Key Takeaways There is no universal timeline for returning to running after giving birth. Every body is different Readiness depends on pelvic floor function, core, hip and glute strength, ankle stability, cardiovascular endurance and generally how your body responds to exercise Walk-run intervals and gradual progression are important It is common to feel frustrated as […]
When it comes to childbirth, people often whisper that they are going to have a ‘tear’ or that they will need to get stitches afterwards, which can sound quite scary! If you’ve heard of a “grade II tear” or “grade III tear” during labor, or if you’ve experienced it yourself, it indicates perineal tears or […]