Hi hypochondriac,

It may just be variation within your body, and some people do find that they get quite a bit of their discharge from time to time. Of course, if you're curious or concerned about it, the best bet is to talk to a healthcare provider.

Hi kawaii, Our general recommendation is to wait at least one full cycle of taking the pill before going without a back-up method. If your spouse ejaculates in you while you're on the pill, the risk of pregnancy is slightly higher than if they withdraw, but assuming you're taking the pill correctly ...

Hi antbear, I think it's very sound to get tested, as STIs can be transmitted via oral sex. And, some of the more common STIs don't always show symptoms. So getting tested is a good idea (as is using protection for oral sex with your new partner). As for the cost, your best bet is to call the Planne...

Hi Moonlight, There's a few things to touch on here. With the shaving, I think there's a very real trick to doing what you want and feel comfortable with in terms of your body in the face of social pressure to do otherwise. And that can be frustrating. I, and other lady identified people I know, go ...

Hi Faunamaude,

I'm so glad you were able to check back in with us! I'm glad you've been able to get the help you need, and that your diagnosis finally came through so you can access more resources (and kudos for working out and setting a boundary with your cousin). Happy new year

Hi dulcediva,

From what you've described, this doesn't sound like something that requires a pap smear. However, if you're concerned that there may be something else going on (or you're due for a check-up anyway), then going to planned parenthood is always an option.

Hi jason, The short answer is no, this isn't really normal, and it's usually a sign that something is up in the relationship. Of course, people get to refuse kisses offered by their partner because sometimes they're not in the mood, or they think they have terrible breath, etc. But constantly making...

Realized I forgot one of my go tos. "The Bunny Planet" books by Rosemary Wells. They're really soothing and totally get the things you want when you're having a bad day.

Okay, so what, when you imagine the sensations from masturbation, do you want or expect it to feel like?

Hi Skater,

People can turned on (or off) by all sorts of things. Some people do find feet arousing, others do not.

Boosting this again, as folks might need it in the coming days.

Hi skater,

People use all sorts of things to mentally stimulate themselves when masturbating, so there's nothing off about this. As long as using the girls pictures does not cause you to treat them as objects, then there's nothing to be concerned about or ashamed of.

I think you've already hit upon the big thing to watch, which is how demonstrative you and your boyfriend are with each other around your family. You have a better gauge of what your family feels is appropriate than we do, so you'll have a better sense of what they might view as "inappropriate....

Hi Hobbiecat,

Glad to hear things turned out how you hoped they would! If you need any info on contraception or sexual communication, you know where to find us

Hi Berry,

Yes, you keep taking your birth control pills as normal. The only consideration is if you do have sex, to make sure you use a barrier (like a condom) to make up for the potential decrease in effectiveness from your pill

Hi Azel,

Go ahead and take the other pill, rather than stating a new set.

As long as you took it according to the directions, you can trust the results. You can read more about that here:
Peeing on a Stick: All About Pregnancy Tests

We generally advise using condoms as back-up no matter how far you are into your pill pack, as it offers more protection overall. So, if using one makes you feel more comfortable, then that's absolutely something you can do. As for the pregnancy test, it's best to go by the instructions on the parti...

Hi Solaces,

You can read about the different types of discharge here:
Honorably Discharged: A Guide to Vaginal Secretions

If what you had matches more closely with the signs that somethings up, then your best bet is to schedule an appointment with a healthcare provider

Hi Just a question,

I think that discussing this at your physical is your best bet. There's no way for us to diagnose you via internet. If the bumps are causing you discomfort, it might be best to try and see a healthcare provider sooner so they can at least proscribe some treatment.

Hi caribbeanprncss, Stopping your pill is likely going to make your cycle irregular or different than your used to for a little while, since your body is adjusting. Beyond that, some periods are just lighter than others, so if this has symptoms of a period and seems to be lasting the length of a per...

Yep, the pills placement in the pack does not matter.

Hi Sammy, There's no way for us to know for sure what caused the bleeding, but one of the more likely answers is that you accidentally scraped or cut yourself when you inserted your finger. In the future, you may want to use lube to help decrease the chances of that happening. You might also want to...

Hi KJK2,

For pills, you have a 12 hour grace period before a pill is even considered late, so this should not affect how effective you pill is.