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Can’t see a doctor for sexual health problems?

Male body
Even today it’s a big taboo for men to speak about their sexual health issues. Love Matters India spoke to young Indian men about their experiences with sexual problems.

Sexual hygiene and health tips for gay men

Making Love
Although anyone can practice anal and/or oral sex, for a lot of gay and bisexual men, that is predominantly the style. When done right, anal sex can be extremely pleasurable but at times it can be extremely messy too. Love Matters India suggests some tips on keeping the genitals and anus clean.

Top facts on sexual health for lesbian, bisexual (and all women)

Making Love
Sex and sexual acts are a messy business, and sometimes, this mess can mean trouble in terms of diseases and infections. It is so for everyone yet, we list out some things that might be relevant to lesbian, bisexual and women who have sex with women (WSW).

What the hell is feminism?

Love and relationships
Auntyji, what is this ‘feminism’? Does it mean that men have to be under women’s thumbs from now on? Sankalp, 23, Roorke.

Why women are into mysterious men

Meeting someone
Play hard to get? Or be honest and tell her you’ve fallen in love? A US study reveals what could be the best strategy to win a girl’s heart.

I just couldn’t take the taunts any more

Gender Diversity
If you thought only women had to bear the burden of do’s and don'ts, you ought to hear these men out. From playthings to grown-up stuff, lines are very clearly drawn for men too. And the social pressure to conform has burst many a young dreams.

When my husband’s kadak chai saved the day!

Love and relationships
Nishtha*, a working woman from Delhi, often finds herself being told off by her neighbours for ‘making’ her husband Vijay* do all the household chores. Only until they tasted the yummiest rajma chawal in town!

Why men should wear pink

Love and relationships
Men don’t cry. Pregnancy - end of a career. Women are bad drivers! These age-old ideas – telling us what a man and woman can and cannot do – are known as gender stereotypes, and are quite rampant in our culture. We list out a few for you along with the efforts being made to challenge them.