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Not everyone feels like they were assigned the right gender at birth + that's ok! Learn more about what it means to be gender nonconforming

Everyone is born with a sex – sex is biological and is determined by the sexual and reproductive anatomy we are born with. Gender is “socially constructed” meaning that culture and society have a big ... Read More

Post date: 3/30/16

It Takes Two to Know - What Guys Need to Know About EC

Emergency Contraception (EC) is awesome! Accidents happen – condoms can break or slip, people can forget to take their pill, or partners may not use protection. Luckily, using EC after having unprotec... Read More

Post date: 3/25/16

Friends giving lame love advice? Maybe you should try talking with your parents. Start by asking about the relationships they had as a teen.

I'm sure there are times when talking with your parents about anything - let alone dating and sex- sounds like the worst thing in the world. The truth is though that parents have more experience and w... Read More

Post date: 3/16/16

If your or your partner's birth control method failed, don't freak out! You still have options.

Let's face it - accidents happen. If your or your partner's birth control method failed - or you got caught in the heat of the moment - you can still act to take control of your and your partner's sex... Read More

Post date: 3/9/16

Under 18? No problem! U still have tons of rights when it comes to your sexual + reproductive health.

Just because you aren't old enough to vote doesn't mean you don't have rights when it comes to your sexual and reproductive health! As a minor (under 18) in the state of California, you don't need ... Read More

Post date: 3/2/16

Condoms and other Contraceptives: You Have Options!

By Faye Cole, Planned Parenthood Mar Monte Peer Educator You have LOTS of options when it comes to preventing pregnancy. Don't want to take a pill every day, try an IUD or an implant! Not inte... Read More

Post date: 2/26/16

Is bae wearing less + going out more? Trust is key in a healthy relationship. Without it, it might be time to let go.

Being in a relationship - especially a new one - is exciting! Whether your relationship is new or long-term, however, trust is a key factor. It can be difficult to trust your partner if you don't feel... Read More

Post date: 2/24/16

Only YES means YES!

By Bianca Pelletti and Inga Manticas, Planned Parenthood Mar Monte Peer Educators Heard of affirmative consent but not sure what it means? Check out our video to get the 101 on affirmative con... Read More

Post date: 2/19/16

Feel like your always trying to make someone else happy? Happiness should go both ways in a relationship! Check out this relationship checklist.

Did you know that February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month? Teen dating violence is more common than you may think - one in three teens will experience physical, sexual or emotional abuse by s... Read More

Post date: 2/16/16

Putting together a V-day gift for boo but don't want to break the bank? Add some condoms!

Sure, flowers and chocolates are nice. But nothing says, "I love you and I care about your health and future" quite like some shiny new condoms. Okay, maybe that's a bit of an exageration but the trut... Read More

Post date: 2/10/16

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