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Not in public, please– November 23, 2009
My girlfriend really likes the idea of having sex in public places. We have a hard time talking about it because she gets upset that I won’t “play along.”read more ...

Rabbit replacement– November 16, 2009
I purchased my girlfriend a vibrator, but she mentioned that it is very loud. She says her roommates could probably hear her, and she is embarrassed to use it. How should I coax her into using it, and, also, do you know of a quieter product for her? read more ...

Drop and give me 20!– November 9, 2009
I heard about this exercise called a “cock pushup.” Could a man actually be capable of doing this!? read more ...

It’s not funny!– November 2, 2009
For as long as I can remember, I have laughed during strong orgasms. I’m talking all out, can’t stop giggling, uncontrollable, happy laughter. What do you think? Have you heard of this before? read more ...

Dormcest Gone Wild!– October 26, 2009
Some freshmen I live with have been talking about having an orgy. I’m not sure how I feel about this. I do wonder if my views are normal, or if I should step out of my comfort zone. read more ...

I’m just not that into it…– October 19, 2009
I am a 21-year-old college student. Although I have a long-term boyfriend whom I love, I find myself completely uninterested in sex. What can I do? read more ...

A sizable problem – October 13, 2009
I frequently wonder if I am adequately sized to please my girlfriend. She says that it is not a problem, but I can't help but feel that I am inadequate or that she would enjoy sex more if I was larger. read more ...

What happened to all those good blow jobs? – October 5, 2009
Early on, my girlfriend used to give me oral sex regularly. But over the past few years this well has gone completely dry. When I try to bring it up with her, she smiles but won't talk about it. Help! read more ...

Does practice make perfect? – September 28, 2009
Is sex just one of those things that comes with time? Like you get better at it the more you do it (like sports and instruments)? read more ...

Where the girls are – September 21, 2009
It seems like porn sans men is geared toward the sexual pleasure of men watching it, not women. Where can I find lesbian porn that seems more natural? read more ...

When bigger isn't better – September 14, 2009
I have a frustrating problem. Neither my girlfriend nor I have had sex before, and after a few attempts we are desperate for help. It seems my penis is simply too large. read more ...

Circumcision circumspection – May 26, 2009
I'm from the Midwest, and now that I'm surrounded by this international community here at MIT, I've just found out that circumcision is NOT universal. Now I feel like I've been lied to... read more ...

Ashamed of fetish – May 18, 2009
I have a fetish that turns me on more than plain old sex. I'd like to have normal sex without thinking about it. Are there any books, websites, or other resources that can help me? read more ...

Being affectionate – May 11, 2009
My boyfriend and I have been dating for about six months now and everything is going great except that he isn’t very affectionate with me. What should I do? read more ...

It was great, but... – May 4, 2009
I have a very good sex life, but there's one catch: I’ve never had an orgasm. Is this normal? read more ...

Anal play – April 27, 2009
My girlfriend has asked me to place my testicles into her anus while we are having vaginal intercourse. Is this healthy for my testicles and, if so, what kind of protection should I use? read more ...

Is piercing right for me? – April 21, 2009
I am thinking about getting some genital piercings, but I am not sure how safe those are to get. read more ...

Know before you go (to bed, that is) – April 13, 2009
During dating, how can one raise the issue of STDs? read more ...

Being honest about STDs – April 6, 2009
How do I tell a new partner that I have an STD? read more ...

Food in the bedroom – March 30, 2009
Food play can spice things up (with a few precautions). read more ...

Sex by the numbers – March 23, 2009
Can a person assume he is absolutely safe using condoms, assuming he knows how to use them properly? read more ...

How can I be sure? – March 16, 2009
How can one know that he or she is infected with HIV? read more ...

It'll grow hair on your palms, too! – March 9, 2009
Does masturbation reduce the levels of testosterone in your body? read more ...

Sex toy question – March 2, 2009
Somebody told me that using sex toys will make me resistant to having sex with men. Will my sex toys replace the penis? read more ...

Way too early! – February 23, 2009
I'm a 21-year-old male currently attending MIT, and I am having a problem with premature ejaculation. read more ...

Porn star protection – February 17, 2009
How do porn stars prevent unwanted pregnancies? I would imagine the odds are against them. read more ...

Negative and positive: Sex with HIV – February 9, 2009
What do you say about safe sex with HIV-infected person? read more ...

Oh, nuts! – February 2, 2009
I'm a student, which, of course, can be quite stressful at times. When my day has been particularly hectic, I get this weird fantasy. read more ...

Looking for the right vibe – January 26, 2009
I'm a 26-year-old woman who's never had sex. I'm interested in spicing up my, ah, solo activities with something like a small insertable vibrator. read more ...

Bent on getting advice – January 20, 2009
I know penises often have a natural tilt to one side when hanging down because of testicles being slightly uneven, but is it normal for a penis to be bent so much that it's noticeable even when it's erect? read more ...

Pulling out – January 12, 2009
I'm curious about the effectiveness of “pulling out,” when combined with timing the fertility cycle. read more ...

Three's company? – January 5, 2009
My girlfriend recently approached me about having a three-way with another guy who's a friend of mine. I've never done anything like this before. How should I feel about this? read more ...

Will douching prevent pregnancy? – December 15, 2008
My roommate swears to me that if you douche after having sex, you won't get pregnant. I say it's not possible, and she's just gotten lucky. Who's right?   read more ...

What's the deal on female condoms? – December 8, 2008
Everyone seems to be talking about the female condom lately. Does it really work, and where can I get it?   read more ...

Do I really have to worry about HIV? – December 1, 2008
I've seen posters lately for World AIDS day. I get it: Wear a condom. I'm a straight guy. Should I really be worried about getting HIV?  read more ...

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