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Starting the conversation: “Let’s get tested”---What She Said

So my boyfriend, Andrew, and I have been dating each other for seven months. We have been talking a lot about sex lately, and how we think we are both ready. I have never had sex before, but my boyfri... Read More

Post date: 4/19/12

Starting the conversation: "Let's get tested" - What He Said

So my girl and I, we’re getting pretty serious. We’ve been together a while now and we’ve connected so much, physically and emotionally. I’ll admit, I’ve never felt this way about anyone before. Wh... Read More

Post date: 4/19/12

Can I get pregnant during my period? There’s always a chance if u aren’t using BC.

MYTH: I can’t get pregnant during my period. FACT: Yes you can! Whether it’s the beginning, middle, or end of the month, you CAN get pregnant any time you have unprotected sex. Sometimes people ... Read More

Post date: 4/11/12

If a condom breaks or you forget to take your BC, emergency contraception can help prevent pregnancy when taken within 5 days

If your first plan for birth control fails, make sure you have Plan B! Plan B, ella, Next Choice, and One-Step are the brand names of emergency contraception (EC)- pills you can take to prevent pre... Read More

Post date: 4/4/12

Celebrating STD Awareness Month!

Besides being the beginning of spring, April is STD Awareness Month and we are really excited to celebrate it! We want to use this month to show you all the importance of getting yourself tested for s... Read More

Post date: 4/1/12

An STD is a gift nobody wants. Most forms of BC don’t protect against STDs, so use a condom + another form of BC each time.

Candy, flowers, and cards are all sweet, but one surprise that no one wants to get is a sexually transmitted disease! When it comes to relationships or having sex, a lot of people think they can tell ... Read More

Post date: 3/29/12

EC for emergencies. Long term BC for the future!

Post date: 3/28/12

A quick appointment + 1 implant = 3 years of forgettable birth control! Find clinics near U 4 more info.

When it comes to finding a good deal, who doesn’t love a 3 for 1 special? If you’re having sex and want an effective long-acting method of birth control, consider getting the implant. The implant i... Read More

Post date: 3/21/12

Don't let going down take you down. Oral sex can still spread STDs. Use condoms and dental dams and get tested to protect yourself.

Like all sexual activity, oral sex (also known as: going down, rimming, blow job or giving head) is not risk free. If you have unprotected sex of any kind, there is a chance of getting an STD. This is... Read More

Post date: 3/14/12

Stay Safe with Masturbation

Masturbation. A topic often met with shifty eyes, uncomfortable seat position re-arranging, and overall subject changing. Despite no one ever talking about it, a survey from the University of Chicago ... Read More