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Millions of facts about sex and love exist out there. So what are the most important? We break down love, sex and relationships into easy bits of important information.

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Consent in online dating: What it really means

Tina and Parth connected on a dating site during pandemic lockdowns and hit it off. After months of dating each other online, they decided to meet. Just before their meeting, Parth sent Tina a picture of his genitals, asking, ‘Would you like to see this up close too?’. Tina did not show up and blocked him from everywhere. What went wrong?

Man boobs – What causes them and how to get rid?

For men, developing man boobs, or moobs as they’re popularly called, can open the floodgates for stigma and judgment, leading to body image and self-esteem issues. Let's focus on helping you understand what causes some men to develop breasts and how it can be prevented.

Birth control pills: Debunking myths

Are birth control pills not safe for younger women? Can they hinder the chances of getting pregnant in future? What is a myth and what is a fact when it comes to taking birth control pills? This article is all about debunking some myths.

Beginner's guide to birth control pills

What are birth control pills? Are there a variety of them? If yes, which one should you use? What about all the side-effects you have heard about? To help you get answers to all your questions, we spoke to Maj (Dr) Sameena Parikh (retd), MS, PGDMLS, about birth control pills at length.

Cuckolding – What is it?

We get a lot of questions from our readers about cuckolding and how they can implement it in their sex lives. So, without any further ado, let’s dig deeper.

Urinary Tract Infections: Everything you need to know

You have an urge to go to the loo more frequently. However, the sensation fills you up with dread because you know it’s going to burn. Perhaps, you’re also experiencing pain or pressure in the abdomen before or during urination. Sounds familiar? You could be dealing with a urinary tract infection (UTI).

Painful periods: Causes, treatment and when to seek medical help

Are your periods really painful and make you want to stop working and just lie down for all those days? Let’s look at some of the causes of painful periods and also what you can do about them.

Does regular sex makes vagina loose?

Apprehensions about loosening of the vagina and ways to tighten it are among the most common queries we receive from our readers. Can regular sex impact the shape of the vagina? Does an altered shape or reduced elasticity impact sexual pleasure? If so, how? Let’s separate the myths from facts.

Premature Ejaculation – Types, causes and cures

‘I ejaculate too soon’ is a common query among men on the Love Matters Discussion Board, where we answer questions from our readers. Some complain of ejaculating too soon while masturbating while others during sex. Why does it happen and what is the cure? This article has all the answers!

Spotting – What causes bleeding between periods?

Have you ever experienced a fleeting spell of bleeding between two menstrual cycles? As unnerving as it may seem, this phenomenon known as spotting is not unusual. A majority of women experience it at least once in their lifetime. And for some, it is a frequent occurrence. Let’s learn more.

Don’t feel like having sex? Here’s why!

Don’t feel like having sex and don’t understand why it’s happening? Well, you are not alone. Many men and women lack sexual desire because of various reasons. Let’s find out why it happens and how you can overcome it.

How to manage relationships during stressful times

Almost every couple faces stressful times. Some survive that by remaining quiet or withdrawing while others vent out at each other and there may be a few relationships that even developed a special bonding during those stressful times. What’s the best way to tackle stress in any relationship? Let’s delve deeper into it.