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Shocking: The G-spot doesn’t exist – studies

Men have been forever derided by women for being unable to find the G-spot but as it turns out, there is a very good...

Moaning is not part of the female orgasm, new study says

Researchers studying the mysterious female orgasm have concluded that "moaning" is not part of it and should be removed from a scale routinely used...

I gave into temptation at work, but now I want to call my affair off

DEAR DEIDRE: When an attractive young woman came on to me, I’m ashamed to say I gave into temptation and began an affair with...

Wearing socks during sex can give you more intense orgasms: here’s how

Socks can help you get there faster. There are so many tips on how to have better sex, but do you know that wearing socks...

Why men hurt more than women after breakups

One major reason why men hurt more than women after breakups: men always just want to suck things up. The end of a relationship is...

I lost my boyfriend after losing weight

I found a man that loved me at my heaviest weight. Dreamy, right? Wrong. In the beginning, my ex-boyfriend was supportive of the idea of me...

I refuse to breastfeed, now stop judging me

“So, how is breastfeeding?” the hospital pediatrician asked. It was October of 2009 and just hours since I gave birth to my daughter Julia. I...

‘I want to name my son after my friend – my husband hates it but it’s special’

Inspiration for a baby name can come from anywhere, and it's not uncommon for parents to want to name their child after someone in their life...

Man slammed for demanding girlfriend pays for his meals on her birthday

A man has been slammed online after saying he expected his girlfriend to pay for all drinks, food and outings on her birthday trip away. The...

Couple issued noise warning letter over loud sex sessions

A randy couple has been slapped with a noise warning after their romps sparked complaints from “distressed” neighbours. Lydia Barker, 31, and Billy Brown, 40,...

If you make these 25 relationship mistakes, expect major problems

You’re a bright and beautiful woman with so much to offer and a buzzing life built with your own two perfectly-manicured hands. So why are you...

How my evil step-mother became one of my favourite people

When I was six, my dad asked me what I wanted for my birthday. “A house of our own,” I told him. Even though I...

My husband asked me to commit to a loveless marriage

I inhaled sharply as I listened to the words tumbling out of my husband’s mouth. “I love you, but I’m not in love with you...

What makes a kiss bad or really good?

Kissing is an art, and many people skip kissing class. Kissing creates a deeper connection, intimacy and makes a couple's sex life healthier. It is so...

I slept with my best friend’s ex and I will keep it till I die

In 2017, I met *Sam, my best friend’s (now) ex-boyfriend for the first time. I wasn’t impressed. While he was definitely attractive to me, Sam...

5 sexual injuries you should know about

Most sexual injuries come as a surprise - whether on the bed or the bathroom. But it’s best to be aware of exactly what...

How little are the little things that make love sweeter and stronger?

Sweet romance is all about the little things. But how little? Love - the genuine, divinely beautiful version of it that everyone wants so badly - is...

‘I’m worried my thrill-seeking bisexual lover will get bored of me’

Dear Coleen I’m a guy in my 30s and I recently started dating a really exciting woman who I’ve fallen hard for. The thing is, I’m...

For women: 5 types of women men never lose interest in

Not just appearance, women have some qualities that attract men. This attraction binds men to long-term bonds. Is your man never interested in what you...

Why smart women make the dumbest mistakes when it comes to love

Have you ever looked back over your past relationships and said to yourself “What the hell was I thinking?”  As you honestly reflect on your past,...

3 surprising flirting tips that will make him crave you

If you’re single, flirting is one of the most important things to keep in your girly pink toolbox, and please don’t stop flirting once he’s become...

Getting married? 5 legal check-lists to know before your wedding

You need to ensure, before you get married, that you have fulfilled all your state’s required marriage requirements before your wedding day. It is required...

Shock as groom hits bride at their wedding [Video]

Viral footage has captured shocking moments a groom angrily hit his bride in the head at their wedding. The incident, which has generated public outcry,...

‘I can’t get over my husband’s affair and I feel like I’m living a lie all the time’

Dear Coleen, My husband of 11 years had a two-month affair with another woman. I genuinely didn’t see it coming and it hit me really...

‘I thought he was Mr Right – but problem is I don’t find him sexually attractive’

Dear Coleen, I got back in touch with a guy I knew some years ago and we’ve been dating for a couple of months now....

How important is sex for women?

For most women, sex plays a vital role in a loving relationship. Sex is certainly healthy and it's an important part of maintaining romantic relationships. While...

‘I finally met my mum after 64 years and I had something I had to tell her’

As the old adage goes, a picture is worth a thousand words – and for pensioner Judy Kenyon, the phrase could not resonate more. There...

Why having a crush at work makes your spouse more attractive

Office crushes. Everybody has one. Whether you’re single or in a committed relationship, there’s always that one person in the office you can’t help having a crush...

She wouldn’t agree to premarital sex, so I cheated on her

Love is infinite. Yet we have set its limits. A crucial one being sexual monogamy. There may be counter cultures of polygamy, open relationships, etc. But for...

Sex Confession: I desired my husband’s best friend

I met my husband’s best friend for the first time on our wedding day. We had exchanged a few pleasantries then. But after almost a year,...

My partner cheated on me with 17 others

I was in a relationship for four years with Kamran. We were the poster couple in college and had to move to different cities to pursue our careers. Because...

How to avoid getting hurt by men in 7 simple steps

I was at a conference, talking to a woman about what I do. She told me about a very smart woman who teaches finance — very...

15 ways to get back into the honeymoon phase of your relationship

“…By the power invested in me, I now pronounce you husband and wife. You may kiss your bride.” And that’s where the honeymoon phase begins...

Body count: Stop asking your girl for it, you don’t need to know

Women don't police men's body count. Men need to stop taking inventory of theirs. Before explaining why body counts should not be a subject of...

The strange thing that makes you more attractive on a first date

Attraction is a funny thing. The qualities you think make someone the hottest thing on the planet might make your best friend give you some...

Wedding soon? The importance of premarital health checkups

First things first, let us appreciate the utter awkwardness of asking the person you are madly in love with to go for a health...

‘I’ve told my parents I’m gay but I’m anxious about making them meet my lover’

Dear Coleen, I’m a 19-year-old guy and recently came out to my family as gay. They took it well, particularly my mum and dad who...

Here’s what to do when sex was better with your ex than it is with your current partner

When you can’t help but regularly remember that ex who always got you good. Almost everyone is someone else’s ex. What this means is that...

‘I really like dad’s new young girlfriend but mum hates her – it’s so awkward’

I feel stuck in a horrible situation. My parents divorced a few years ago and my dad has since moved in with another woman....

How long does it take to get pregnant after sex? Here’s what to know

You probably know that having unprotected sex can lead to getting pregnant. But how long does it take to get pregnant after sex? We know...