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Outercourse and masturbation Masturbation Masturbation is normal, and can be a healthy way to learn about your body. In fact, it’s the safest way to have sexual pleasure there is — there’s no risk of pregnancy or STIs. Frottage Can you get an STI dry humping? What Is Outercourse? Outercourse is a term that can be used to encompass a wide variety of sexual behaviors. Tribadism And Beyond Can lesbians get STIs?

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things to think about Women who decide to become pregnant and have a child, rather than having it “just happen,” are better prepared emotionally and financially for the demands of having a baby. But they can’t make that decision if they lack information and access to contraception. As a result, about 80 percent of pregnancies among young women age 18 to 29 are described by the women themselves as unplanned. LEARN MORE Am I Pregnant? Take the Quiz...

Mom Speaks 25 to 29 "I am three and a half months postpartum, and my friends say it takes about a year for the hormones to level out. When I say that I don’t feel connected to my child, it’s not that I don’t feel a deep sense of responsibility and respect for this little creature. It’s just that I didn’t fall in love immediately. That glittery version of having a baby wasn’t reality for me. My stomach is still distended, I am bleeding into an adult diaper, I pee in my pants if I jump too fast, I cry all the time, I feel every emotion more deeply and I’m losing my hair because of the drastic change in my estrogen levels. The thought of anything happening to the baby is devastating, but what am I going to do? Sit up all night and stare at him? It’s such a clusterfuck of emotions, and it doesn’t stop."-Sarah 26

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women's Empowerment websites Teen Feminist Hi! My name is Jules Spector and I live in NY, NY. I am 19 years old and I strongly believe in equal rights for men, women, and everyone who doesn't identify with either! Spark Movement SPARK Movement is a girl-fueled, intergenerational activist organization working to ignite and foster an antiracist gender justice movement to end violence against women and girls and promote girls’ healthy sexuality, self-empowerment and well-being. By providing feminist, girl-focused training, consulting services, curricula and resources, SPARK aims to arm activists, educators, community leaders, and girls themselves to foster coalitions and partnerships in order to ignite and support a global young feminist movement. In 2016, with support from the NoVo Foundation and the Ittleson Foundation, we launched “SPARK2.0,” and transitioned from a single, lean, centralized organization working intensively with a core of approximately 35 girls selected annually, to reclaim our original “scaling out” collaborative, movement-building model designed to support and extend a network of people and organizations working with and on behalf of girls. Ban Bossy When a little boy asserts himself, he's called a “leader.” Yet when a little girl does the same, she risks being branded “bossy.” Words like bossy send a message: don't raise your hand or speak up. By middle school, girls are less interested in leading than boys—a trend that continues into adulthood. Together we can encourage girls to lead. Amy Poehler's Smart Girls Change the world by being yourself.Founded by artist Amy Poehler and producer Meredith Walker, Amy Poehler’s Smart Girls organization is dedicated to helping young people cultivate their authentic selves. We emphasize intelligence and imagination over “fitting in.” We celebrate curiosity over gossip. We are a place where people can truly be their weird and wonderful selves. We are funny first, and informative second, hosting the party you want to attend. Articles What Does Sex Positive Mean? Have you ever heard the term “sex positivity” and wondered what it meant? Nowadays, talking about sex has become much more acceptable. The taboos surrounding sex are decreasing, and the benefits of sex are much more well known. But do you know what being sex positive entails? READ MORE Sex Positivity: Educate, Empower, Self-Define! Sex positivity is the belief that consensual sexual expression is both healthy and important in contributing to a safe and inclusive campus climate. Sex positivity is grounded in comprehensive sex education, exploring and deconstructing gender norms, and promoting body positivity and self love. It fosters safe spaces in which different identities and sexual expressions are valued and bodily autonomy is paramount. Sex positivity transforms our relationship with ourselves, each other, and our communities and can impact policy. READ MORE 3 Empowering Sex Tips We Should Be Giving Young Women Like many girls, I got my first sex tips from women’s magazines.... READ MORE

gender identity Sex, Gender And Gender Identity Untangling Gender Identity There’s a lot more to being male, female, or any gender than the sex assigned at birth. Your biological or assigned sex does not always tell your complete story. Learn More Trans And Gender Nonconforming Identities More on personal identity.... Some people feel that the sex they were assigned at birth doesn’t match their gender identity, or the gender that they feel they are inside. These people are often called transgender. Learn More

STI INFO What Are STIs? Sexually transmitted infections or STIs, are very common. Millions of new infections occur every year in the United States. STIs are passed from one person to another through sexual activity including vaginal, oral, and anal sex. They can also be passed from one person to another through intimate physical contact, such as heavy petting, though this is not very common. LEARN MORE What is an STI? STI stands for Sexually Transmitted Infection, which is a disease that is spread through sexual behavior like vaginal intercourse, oral sex, anal sex or sometimes intimate skin-to-skin contact. Some types of STIs are Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Herpes, HPV and HIV. Learn More How do I know if I have an STI? There is no way to know for sure without being tested. Many STIs don’t have obvious symptoms. Being sexually active can include vaginal intercourse, anal and/or oral sex. When doctors or nurses ask this ... Learn More What are the symptoms of STIs? Many STIs may have no symptoms at all or the signs are so mild that you may not notice. However, if you have any of the symptoms described below, you should seek care right away because they may be signs that you have an STI. Learn More Is there a cure for STIs? Some STIs are curable while others have no cure and if you get one of those, it may stay with you for the rest of your life. Learn More STI QUESTIONS HOW MUCH DO YOU KNOW ABOUT STIS? Take a few minutes to find out how much you know sexually transmitted infections. This quick quiz will help you learn what you know, and what you need to learn, about STIs. LEARN MORE STI QUIZ Don't think it can happen to you? Spoiler....STI's are on the rise! SARAH STORY STI Transmission STIs are sexually transmitted diseases. This means they are most often -- but not exclusively -- spread by sexual intercourse. HIV, chlamydia, genital herpes, genital warts, gonorrhea, some forms of hepatitis, syphilis, and trichomoniasis are STIs. Learn More STI TRANSMISSION common Stis Aside from colds and the flu, sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are some of the most widespread infections in the world. STIs affect both men and women, and almost half of all STIs occur in people younger than 25 years old. Exposure to an STI can occur any time you have sexual contact with anyone that involves the genitals , the mouth (oral), or the rectum (anal). Exposure is more likely if you have more than one sex partner or do not use condoms. Some STIs can be passed by nonsexual contact, such as by sharing needles or during the delivery of a baby or during breastfeeding. Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are also called sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). LEARN MORE COMMON STIS TESTING AND TREATMENT If you need to get tested for an STI or need more information regarding STIs we are here to help. Learn More TESTING AND TREATMENT STI Prevention Learn more about how you can prevent STIs and keep you and your partners safe. LEARN MORE STI PREVENTION STI Risk And Oral Sex Many sexually transmitted diseases (STIs) can be spread through oral sex. Using a condom, dental dam or other barrier method each and every time you have oral sex can reduce the risk of giving or getting an STI. LEARN MORE STI RISK AND ORAL SEX STIS IN THECOMUNITY Local date regarding STI prevalence in the community LEARN MORE STIS IN THE COMMUNTY

Anchor 01 ABSTINENCE SAFER SEX TOOLS FIND LOCAL RESOURCES ABSTINENCE ABSTINENCE SAFER SEX TOOLS FIND LOCAL RESOURCES LOCAL RESOURCES Safer Sex Resources Find all the info you need to start having safer sex or learn more about what "safer sex" means.... WHAT IS SAFER SEX? Safer sex” refers to anything we do to lower our risk — and our partners’ risk — of sexually transmitted infections. Some people call it “safe sex,” but this isn’t accurate — no type of sex with a partner can be guaranteed to be 100 percent safe. Many people with sexually transmitted infections experience no symptoms, so people are not always aware that they have them. LEARN MORE And... TAKE THE QUIZ ABSTINENCE Abstinence means different things to different people. For most people, abstinence means not having sex with anyone. Sometimes people use abstinence as birth control to prevent pregnancy. You can choose to be abstinent whenever you want, even if you've had sex before. LEARN MORE ABSTINENCE SAFER SEX TOOLS Being sexual with someone also carries risks—risk of rejection, of unwanted pregnancy, of contracting a sexually transmitted infection (STI) or even a simple cold. Follow the link below to learn more about how you can protect yourself and others. LEARN MORE SAFER SEX TOOLS FIND LOCAL RESOURCES There are several clinics in the area that provide discreet and confidential information, condoms, and other forms of birth control. Click here to get started. LEARN MORE FIND LOCAL RESOURCES

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common stis Bacterial Vaginosis Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is a condition that happens when there is too much of certain bacteria in the vagina. This changes the normal balance of bacteria in the vagina. Genital Herpes Genital herpes is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI) that any sexually active person can get. Most people with the virus don’t have symptoms. Even without signs of the disease, herpes can still be spread to sex partners. HIV/AIDS HIV is a virus spread through body fluids that attacks the body’s immune system, specifically the CD4 cells, often called T cells. Hepatitis B Hepatitis B can be a serious liver disease that results from infection with the Hepatitis B virus. Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection in the United States. Some health effects caused by HPV can be prevented by the HPV vaccines. Pubic Lice "Crabs" Also called crab lice or “crabs,” pubic lice are parasitic insects found primarily in the pubic or genital area of humans. Pubic lice infestation is found worldwide and occurs in all races, ethnic groups, and levels of society. Scabies Scabies is an infestation of the skin by the human itch mite (Sarcoptes scabiei var. hominis). The microscopic scabies mite burrows into the upper layer of the skin where it lives and lays its eggs. Trichomoniasis Most people who have trichomoniasis do not have any symptoms. Chlamydia Chlamydia is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI) that can be easily cured. If left untreated, chlamydia can make it difficult for a woman to get pregnant. Gonorrhea Anyone who is sexually active can get gonorrhea. Gonorrhea can cause very serious complications when not treated, but can be cured with the right medication. Hepatitis A Hepatitis A is a contagious liver infection caused by the hepatitis A virus. Hepatitis A can be prevented with a vaccine. People who get hepatitis A may feel sick for a few weeks to several months but usually recover completely and do not have lasting liver damage. In rare cases, hepatitis A can cause liver failure and even death; this is more common in older people and in people with other serious health issues, such as chronic liver disease. Hepatitis C HCV infection is the most common chronic bloodborne infection in the United States, with an estimated 2.7 million persons living with chronic infection. Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Untreated sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can cause pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), a serious condition, in women. 1 in 8 women with a history of PID experience difficulties getting pregnant. You can prevent PID if you know how to protect yourself. STI Treatment If your sexual history and current signs and symptoms suggest that you have a sexually transmitted infection (STI), laboratory tests can identify the cause and detect coinfections you might also have. Syphilis Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that can have very serious complications when left untreated, but it is simple to cure with the right treatment. MORE STI's