Pet names could make your relationship stronger, new research reveals

The more cringe-worthy, the better.

Sex guide for care home residents and nurses issued - including advice on sex toys and porn

The guide has been designed to help nursing staff “work effectively with issues of sexuality, intimate relationships, sexual expression and sex”

Stress is the single biggest factor ruining your sex life

It has a much bigger effect than kids and social media.

Company offers employees time off to masturbate

The firm believes that orgasms could help to boost workplace happiness and productivity.

STIs are on the rise among young people but why?

One young person is diagnosed with an STI every four minutes in England.

Self-lubricating condoms are here to improve your sex life - and reduce STIs

The humble condom has been given a makeover

Vaginisimus: the little-known condition making sex painful

Not every sexual experience goes to plan, but for those suffering from vaginisimus, sex can be an agonising ordeal. “Vaginismus is an involuntary tightening of the pubococcygeus (or PC) muscle at the entrance of the vagina,” explains gynaecologist Dr Anne Henderson. Henderson says: “Psychologically, a bad event, such as a misplaced tampon or painful intercourse, can trigger vaginismus (for example, after a painful sexual experience you start associating vaginal penetration with pain).

Worryingly more than half of people think it isn't ok to withdraw consent if you're already naked

New research proves we've still got a long way to go to clarify the issue of consent

Twitter reacts to 'sexist' NHS contraception posters

The NHS posters are designed to promote safe sex but have been branded 'demeaning' by social media users.

New York City to offer third gender option on birth certificates

"Gender is a spectrum for many folks. It’s not a fixed thing."

Gwyneth Paltrow's Goop to pay out over unscientific benefits of vaginal eggs

The lifestyle brand has come under fire for claiming that the vaginal eggs can balance hormones and regulate menstrual cycles.

The 5 best sex positions to reignite your spark

Because getting into a bedroom rut doesn't need to signal the end of passion

Your must-know guide to Natural Cycles, the contraceptive app everyone's talking about

The ASA just banned a Natural Cycles ad on Facebook for being "misleading."

Most cheaters keep sleeping with their other half during their affair

Seems most cheaters do get to have their cake and eat it after all.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle 'can’t keep their hands off each other'

"When you saw that engagement interview, did you not think that was a couple who are fairly in touch with each other's emotions?"

Reddit users are talking about 'peegasms' but while the relief may feel great, it could damage your organs

"Peegasms" may feel good, but they could cause serious damage to your bladder.

Why reusing condoms is a really bad idea

The Centre for Disease Control and Prevention had to remind Americans that condoms aren't reusable.

Married man looking to cheat is mocked after leaving a crib in the background of his Tinder photo

Swipe left, ladies. There are plenty of red flags in this photo.

The 10 questions you should ask your partner so your relationship can thrive

How do you know when it’s the right time to take a relationship that’s in its early stages to the next level? Asking the right questions could be the key to embarking on a more serious and meaningful relationship, according to a study conducted by researchers at the University of Exeter. The team spoke to 10 divorce lawyers and mediators and two judges in order to determine the main reasons why relationships may be likely to fail, before interviewing a cohort of couples.

3 questions to ask yourself if you're considering giving up your career for love

Meghan Markle entirely changed her life path for a relationship. While her circumstances are extreme, the main question her decision raises is relatable: Is it OK to give up a career for love?

Feeling Bloated and About to Have Sex? Do These 4 Things

Young people will be asked to take STI test before entering VIP area at Aussie music festival

Revellers queuing for Splendour In The Grass will be getting far more than a bag check.

This is how sex education in UK schools is going to change

The government has announced proposals of what to include in a new re-vamped curriculum.

Teenagers have stopped drinking and having sex, new study finds

Teenage pregnancy rates are at their lowest since records began.

The difference between an STD and an STI might surprise you

You might have assumed the two were interchangeable, but that's not strictly true.