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Body safety talk: Five quick tips for parents of young children

Sexual Harassment
There’s only one way to help children understand the concept of body safety and sexual abuse. Talk to them in their language. Yet, given the complexity of the topic, the most prepared of us can slip. It’s the kind of talk, which, if not done in an easy manner, can put fears in their little minds. So relax, be confident and talk to your child. Here are some handy tips:

Love India style: You, me and mummy!

Love and relationships
In India, when you date or marry someone, it’s not just them but their immediate family too that need to be impressed. We get a sneak peek into relationships some young Indians share with their partner's parents and how they deal with it.

The moment I knew my marriage was over

Love and relationships
Shivani married Deepak for love but soon realised that love doesn't really conquer it all. Several things make for a happy relationship and even if one ingredient is missing, the result could be quite bitter. Read on to find out what got Shivani to separate from her partner of six years.

Intimacy prescriptions for healthy relationships

Love and relationships
The term intimacy is often viewed through the sexual lens. Simply put, it is the feeling of emotional and/or physical closeness with someone and can be manifested in everyday acts. We ask people about what kind of intimate behaviour they would like from their partners.

How do I tell my partner I find all the love-dovey acts exhausting?

Love and relationships
Hi Auntyji, my partner demands a lot of gestures of care and love and says it is important for our sexual intimacy. But I find them exhausting. Are they really that necessary?

Beginner’s note on first time sex

Love and relationships
First time sex is a memory that lasts a lifetime. Whether you are going to cherish or perish at the thought will depend on how you much thought you put into it. Here are a few tips to ensure that you and your partner don’t stop talking about it ever!

Why your voice and scent matter as much as your looks

Meeting someone
Good looks are only part of what draws us to someone. The sound of their voice and their scent are a big part of their appeal, say psychologists.

I thought I was ready for sex until I saw his penis!

Making Love
Aarti thought she was ready for sex but chickened out at the last minute. Read on to find out what got Aarti to press the retreat button!