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Can I get pregnant from anal sex?

Updated 21 November 2013 under Ask Us.

Although there isn’t a direct path from the anus/rectum to the reproductive organs, there is a small chance that you could become pregnant during anal sex. This is because the […]

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I’m scared about coming out. What can I do?

Updated 21 November 2013 under Ask Us.

I am attracted to girls, and I think I’m a lesbian, but I’m scared about coming out in case people judge me. Having questions about your sexuality is perfectly normal. […]

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I had sex with my girlfriend while she was on her period, will I be affected with any diseases?

Updated 21 November 2013 under Ask Us.

You will likely be fine if you and your partner practiced safe sex. But remember, anytime you have sex you may be exposed to STIs. If you used a male […]

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If I’m on the Pill and my bf ejaculates inside me, can I get pregnant?

Updated 21 November 2013 under Ask Us.

If I’m on birth control pills and my boyfriend ejaculates inside of me, am I at high risk of becoming pregnant? If you take your birth control pills every day, […]

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Can girls get erections?

Updated 21 November 2013 under Ask Us.

Unlike guys, girls don’t have a penis, so they don’t get erections. However, the clitoral tissue may become firm when sexually aroused. The clitoris has similar nerve endings to the […]

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I had sex last night without precaution. What should I do now?

Updated 21 November 2013 under Ask Us.

If you’ve had sex without using protection, you’ll need to be concerned about two things: preventing pregnancy and getting screened for sexually transmitted infections. Emergency contraception (EC) typically called the […]

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Can I have sex while I’m on my period?

Updated 21 November 2013 under Ask Us.

Having sex during your period is a personal choice between you and your partner. There’s no medical reason not to have sex during this time, but remember: although it’s unlikely […]

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Contraception: Phexxi

Updated 19 February 2025 under Health Guides.

Phexxi is a new and exciting method of birth control. Phexxi gel is considered 93% effective when used correctly in prevent pregnancy. Out of 100 women using Phexxi Typical use: […]

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Emergency Contraception (EC)

Updated 27 October 2024 under Health Guides.

Emergency contraception (EC) is a backup method of birth control for preventing pregnancy after unprotected PIV (penis-in-vagina) sex. Even though it’s commonly called the “morning-after pill,” EC includes both pills […]

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Contraceptive Sponge

Updated 27 October 2024 under Health Guides.

The contraceptive sponge is a small, donut-shaped foam sponge that contains a spermicide called Nonoxynol-9. The contraceptive sponge is a vaginal barrier method that prevents pregnancy by keeping sperm from fertilizing an […]

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