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Vagina worship and its discontents

Female body
Size: vaginas in, penises out … Pussies who are terrified of vaginas … What happens if there’s no word for vagina? … These news flashes and more in this week’s Sex in the Press.

I was harassed for my big breasts!

Sexual Harassment
Myra faced sexual harassment at her new workplace on a daily basis. Her colleagues targeted her for having big breasts. Read how she overcame this dreadful harassment.

I had sex during periods and then...

Making Love
Vani enjoys being experimental when it comes to sex. Although she wasn’t keen on having sex during her periods she thought she’d try it once to see what the fuss was about. Read her experience…

India’s new sexual health info line

Female body
CREA, a human rights organisation, recently launched an info line ‘Kahi Ankahi Baatein.’ Love Matters interviewed CREA's programme co-ordinator Anubha Singh to find out more about it.

Will my in-laws mind my dark complexion?

Thinking about Marriage
I am dating a guy since two years. He is fair, tall and supportive but I am quite dark. If I get married to him, will his family be considerate? Minakshi (22), Mysore.

How mindfulness can improve your sex life

Sex Problems: how to overcome them
Do you get distracted by worries during sex instead of focusing on how great your body feels? Researchers are helping women use mindfulness to boost their sexfulness!

Is it OK to have sex during her periods?

Female body
My girlfriend doesn't want to have sex during her periods, but I really want to. Is there something wrong with sex during menstruation? Sanjay (24), Noida.

8 more things women shouldn’t put in their vaginas

Female body
A couple of weeks ago, we gave you a handy list of things that should stay away from your vaginal area. This week, we’re adding to that list to make sure you’re safe and healthy down there.