The Talk
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Anal sex for beginners
These days, more and more people are trying - and loving - anal sex. Anal play can be an exciting, pleasurable addition to your sexual repertoire. And contrary to popular belief,...
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Five unexpected ways to use your vibrator
The prevalence of the vibrator in a bedroom setting – solo or partnered – has proliferated in recent years, with the orgasm-inducing, subtle rumbling of silicone offering the promise of...
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5 (more) steps to mend a broken heart
In the previous article, we talked you through five steps for mending a broken heart. The first rules were focused on the acute stages of heartbreak; giving yourself permission and...
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5 steps to mend a broken heart
If you’ve ever had a friend or loved one with a broken heart, you’re probably familiar with the conversational dead end that inevitably arrives when you try to give advice....
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History of the Sydney Mardi Gras
It’s that glorious time of year again - the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras is upon us. This year's celebrations span more than two action packed weeks, culminating in...
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Why do we cry after sex?
Unexpected, confusing, even alarming. But crying after sex is not always a bad thing. You have just reached the end of a steamy, consensual romp. You roll off your sexual...
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Libido and the menstrual cycle
If you’re a person who ovulates, you may have noticed that your libido fluctuates at different stages of your cycle. You might feel increasingly horny at the two-week mark and...
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Pillow Talk with Crystal Russell
For our second instalment of Pillow Talk, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Crystal Russell (_crystalrussell). She first captured our attention with her prodigious dancing, but since getting...
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The elusive (or not so elusive) ‘female’ orgasm
Shocker, it’s not a myth. Women can orgasm. Having got that out of the way, for female-identifying people, having regular sex, it is still not unusual to hear that many...
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Your intro to endometriosis
If you know ten people with uteruses, chances are you, or someone you know has suffered from endometriosis. Roughly one in nine Australians develop endometriosis, or ‘endo’ by the time...
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When the honeymoon is over
Picture this. You’re in a long-term relationship. Your partner leans over to you in bed and presses their body against yours. You love them deeply, no doubt about it - you...
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Breaking the Taboo of Couples Therapy
Although our modern attitude towards therapy has (thankfully) become far more positive and open, attitudes towards couples therapy remain a few decades behind. Most couples don’t even get to the...
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Introducing LBDO Vitality
Yep, we’re launching into a vitamin range! Nope, it’s not what you think. We can’t wait to introduce you to the newest member of our LBDO family. But as exciting...
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What’s your sexual fantasy?
Amidst the chaos and rhythms of everyday life, we don’t often take the time to sit with and indulge in our fantasies. Sharing them can be intimate and sensual and...
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Sexual communication: talking about sex to have a better sex life
By Kassandra Mourikis, Pleasure Centred Sexology For some of us, talking about sex can seem way more challenging than the act of physically having sex. But can we really have...
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Sex and your mental health
At around 18 months into a global pandemic, the phrases ‘self care’ and ‘mental health’ had naturally worked their way into our everyday vernacular. After centuries of stigmatisation, taboo and shame,...
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Pillow Talk with Bridget Gao-Hollitt
For our very first instalment of Pillow Talk, we sat down with the smart, talented and ever-radiant Bridget Gao-Hollitt. She’s a model, writer, storyteller, musician and actress, and due to...
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Understanding painful sex – what is vaginismus?
“Everyone is doing it” – right? But is everyone enjoying it? Discussions around sex and sexual pleasure have never been so open, but for many people sex can be a...
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Coming out as nonbinary to a three-year-old
May is a 20 year old gender studies student, now living out of home but close with their three-year-old half sister, Georgie. May is nonbinary, and uses they/them pronouns -...
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A sexuality education reading list for adults
Some of us got a stellar sexuality education from fantastic adults in our lives. The rest of us (read: most of us) had to fill in the gaps ourselves. Whether...
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It Might Not be Thrush; Our Guide to Vulva Itchiness
There are few discomforts greater than an itchy vulva in public. We’ve all done the fast walk, the awkward dance on the spot, the dash to the loo for some...
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What is a coregasm?
When you slid down the pole on the playground as a kid, did you ever turn around and climb back up? As you heaved your body upwards with the sheer...
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What causes sexual desire to fluctuate?
The world of sex research can be hard to keep up with. To probably no one’s surprise, so much of what we have held as scientific fact for centuries is being...
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Defining the erotic
Eros was the ancient Greek deity of love, fertility and sexual attraction. Like his counterpart in Roman mythology, Cupid, Eros was the winged naked god, who wore a crown of roses and...
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So you’re thinking of opening up your relationship?
There are many healthy reasons couples choose to change the rules around monogamy in their relationship. Open relationships are not always 'pit stops to breakupsville', as many people believe. It...
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Breaking your dry spell: three steps to rediscovering intimacy
If you’re single in 2021, it’s probably fair to say at some point over the last year you’ve experienced a bit of a dry spell. Unsurprisingly, you’re not alone. With endless...
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Sex-positive parenting with Vanessa Hamilton, a sexuality educator
Vanessa Hamilton is the founder of Talking The Talk: Sex and Health Education. Since 2013, she has taught preps all the way through to university students about sexuality and consent,...
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Myths and misunderstandings of asexuality
Being asexual, or ‘ace’, means different things to different people. Broadly speaking, someone who’s asexual experiences little to no sexual attraction. There are, however, many ways within the Ace community...
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Guided self-pleasure session for women and vulva-owners
Your hands are busy so we're here to do the work for you. This is a 'choose your own adventure' pleasure session so grab your vibrator or whatever else you'd...
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Morning, noon or night sex? What’s your flavour?
Have you ever thought about what time of day gets you most in the mood? When do the stars align for you to have the energy, enthusiasm, and endocrine response...
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A conversation with sexologist Kassandra Mourikis: tackling sexual and pleasure-related shame
We chatted to Kassandra Mourikis, a Melbourne based Sexologist and the founder of Pleasure Centred Sexology about sexual and pleasure related shame.
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A beginner’s guide to intimacy
Intimacy goes beyond sex—it’s closeness, warmth, and shared connection. Whether physical, emotional, or intellectual, nurturing intimacy enriches relationships and life.
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A brief history of masturbation
We find ourselves in an era championing sexual liberation—celebrating sex toys, masturbation, candid discussions, and unapologetic self-discovery. But are we as liberated as we believe?
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Guided Self-Pleasure Session for Everybody
This is the perfect guided audio for you if you prefer no reference to specific genitals. This is a 'choose your own adventure' pleasure session so grab your vibrator or whatever else...
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3 intimacy building exercises to keep the spark alive in a relationship
We all had big and bold ideas for lockdown - a sourdough starter, a sewing machine, “couch to 5K”, The Kama Sutra. But as week after week of lockdown passed,...
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The anatomy of the vulva
Vulva-havers and non-havers alike, how well do you know this part of the body? It’s no secret that education around female anatomy has often been lacking, leading to widespread confusion....