8 Benefits of Masturbation That Make It All the More Enjoyable

As SELF previously reported, during masturbation (or partnered sex), your body cycles…

8 Best Lubes in 2023, According to Experts

Lube is the greatest. If you think you only need it to…

How to Clean Your Butt for Anal Sex, According to Experts

Even though your butt is an erogenous zone (and a beloved one…

Why Are Black Women Disproportionately Affected by Uterine Fibroids?

But according to data from a 2021 study published in Reproductive Sciences,…

Can Boric Acid Vaginal Suppositories Treat Yeast Infections or BV?

Dealing with a chronic vaginal health issue, like a seemingly endless stream…

6 Common Uterine Fibroid Symptoms, According to Experts

For people with uteruses, sudden cramping, sharp abdominal pains, heavy bleeding, and…

Great News: We’re One Step Closer to Getting an OTC Birth Control Pill

Good news for anyone who’s ever had the horrifying realization that they’re…

People Are Weighing State Abortion Laws as They Decide Where to Go to College

Since the Supreme Court overturned Roe last summer, some states have been weighing…

It’s a Great Time to Get Tested for STIs

When was the last time you were screened for STIs? If the…

Even Oprah Couldn’t Get Her Doctors to Take Her Menopause Symptoms Seriously

Oprah Winfrey opened up about the difficulties of getting clear, helpful information…

Drew Barrymore and Gayle King Get Real About the Unexpected Signs of Perimenopause

Conversations around menopause have often been swept under the rug or discussed…

Florida Republicans Are Trying to Ban Kids From Talking About Their Periods at School

Florida lawmakers are considering a bill that would outlaw certain conversations about…

What to Do If Your Antidepressants Are Killing Your Sex Drive

Your doctor should go over your medical history first to get a…

How Does Plan B Work and Is It Always Effective?

If you’ve got questions about Plan B, it might be because you’re…

I’ve Used the Same Birth Control for Years. Should I Switch It Up?

Dr. Ahmad has seen many of her own patients take oral contraceptive…

Study Shows That Trans and Nonbinary Teens Benefit From Gender-Affirming Care

C.P. Hoffman, a senior policy lawyer at the National Center for Transgender Equality,…

New Drug-Resistant Gonorrhea Strain Identified in US: What to Know

When symptoms are present, they may vary from person to person, depending on…

Major Pharmacies Can Now Offer Abortion Pills—Here’s What to Know

Retail pharmacies, like CVS and Walgreens, will be allowed to fill prescriptions…

Period Brain Fog: Why It Happens and How to Find PMS Relief

Every month, for about two to three days before my period, I…

How Weak Pelvic Floor Muscles Play a Role in Urinary Incontinence

Urinary incontinence tends to strike when you least expect it. Whether you…