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Breakups

Thank You, Ex: For the Baseball Jersey I Wore Constantly as a Baby Gay

Not everyone was surprised when I came out as a lesbian, but a few people were. Most notably: my boyfriend at the time.

Kayla Kumari Upadhyaya April 17, 2023 7 Comments
#WEDDING written into the sand on a beach
Lesbian Weddings

Blush and Bashful: Why Am I So Stressed About a Wedding Hashtag?

I learned some weird things about wedding hashtags while fixating on this.

Vanessa April 13, 2023 10 Comments
Two women hug. They seem sad and scared.
Dating Health

You Need Help: On Dating During a Health Scare

I am sending you and your person all my love and wishes for competent and compassionate medical care, swift healing, and fruitful conversations in the future about your growing relationship.

Heather Hogan April 11, 2023 1 Comment
A row of red BDSM devices, including a ball gag, a leather blindfold, and rope, hang on a red wall. They cast a shadow on the right.
Lesbian Sex

How Black Queer and Trans Folks Can Get Involved in the Kink Community

In the hands of Black queer and trans folks, kink can be deeply healing and transformative.

Black Queer Dom April 10, 2023 2 Comments
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Breakups

Thank You, Ex: For the Practice of Making Monthly Playlists

Step One: You must unfollow her on Spotify to ensure that you cannot see what she’s listening to anymore.

Julie Gentile April 10, 2023 2 Comments
In the bottom right corner of the image, there is a black line drawing of two women with 1950s hairstyles whispering to each other against a lavender background. In the upper left corner, there is a speech bubble. Inside the speech bubble, there is an image of the Eroscillator Top Deluxe Vibrator, which has a long, ribbed, purple and silver handle, a slim "neck," and a rounded, purple tip.
Sex Toys

The Eroscillator Top Deluxe Vibrator Is the MILF of the Sex Toy World

I expected to be blown away by the Eroscillator Top Deluxe Vibrator — and I was.

Guest April 6, 2023 2 Comments
Relationships

Dykes on Dates: Parents Weekend

We went on a bunch of double dates with my parents, and it made me realize our relationships are more similar than I thought.

Kayla Kumari Upadhyaya April 6, 2023 16 Comments
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Dating

You Need Help: Can I Open My Relationship and Have Casual Sex Without Relying On The Apps?

Sure, maybe some nights you’ll encounter a confident queer who makes a beeline for you and starts chatting, but you know how you can guarantee a confident queer is in the room chatting to new people? Be The Confident Queer You Want To See At The Bar!

Vanessa April 4, 2023 6 Comments
Against a peach background, pink and red flowers form the shape of a uterus. Green vines form the fallopian tubes and white flowers form the ovaries.
Relationships

How Polyamory Pushed Me to Prioritize My Pelvic Health

Communicating openly about sex and pelvic health with my partners helps me advocate for myself in medical settings.

Samantha Puc April 3, 2023 5 Comments
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Breakups Money + Work

Thank You, Ex: For Teaching Me To Save for Retirement

Bless my ex, and her bestie, because they both patiently explained why actually, there’s nothing punk rock about not taking care of your future self if you have the means to.

Vanessa April 3, 2023 25 Comments
In the bottom right corner of the image, there is a black line drawing of two women with 1950s hairstyles whispering to each other against a teal background. In the upper left corner, there is a speech bubble. Inside the speech bubble, there is an image of a black neoprene thigh harness with two Velcro straps. White text on the bottom of the harness reads, "Sportsheets."
Sex Toys

I Railed My Partner With a Neoprene Thigh Harness While Tribbing Fast Enough to Start a Fire

The main reason I’ve been wanting to try the Neoprene Thigh Harness is so that I can penetrate my partner while tribbing against her thigh.

Guest March 30, 2023 5 Comments
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Lesbian Weddings

Blush and Bashful: How to Elope

When you elope it’s fantastically freeing to only focus on yourselves.

Kristen March 30, 2023 4 Comments
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Breakups First Person

Thank You, Ex: For (1) Set of Ghost Hands

I don’t like to think about the endings, which is probably why I’m always haunted, always clinging to things that return even when I should pretend I do not see them.

A. Tony Jerome March 27, 2023 4 Comments
A Black woman with short, curly hair wears a navy blue tank top with white stripes and stands against a yellow background. She holds one hand in the other and grimaces, suggesting that she has chronic pain in her fingers.
Lesbian Sex

How to Finger Your Partner When You Have Chronic Pain in Your Hands

A few minor adjustments can make fingering easier, even when chronic pain is cramping your style.

Ro White March 23, 2023 17 Comments
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Relationships

Dykes on Dates: Sometimes Date Night Is Just Chips, Dips, and a Drink Tasting

This was truly the least amount of food prep I’ve ever done for an at-home date night.

Kayla Kumari Upadhyaya March 23, 2023 14 Comments
two women are in bed together; one lies back with her head against the pillows and the other turns away from her, looking upset and agitated, not making eye contact
Lesbian Sex

You Need Help: How Can I Deal With My Own Sexual Shame?

I want you to know that your shame is not uncommon and you’re not alone in feeling it. While it does take a long time to undo, you’re on the right track by acknowledging it verbally.

Aliyah Moore March 21, 2023 9 Comments
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Breakups

Thank You, Ex: For the Ring Dish That Reminds Me I’m Hot

I was never much of a ring-wearer until I came out.

Em Win March 20, 2023 6 Comments
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Lesbian Weddings

Blush and Bashful: Let’s Talk About Wedding Registries

Your loved ones want to get you the things you want, and they can only do that if you tell them what that is!

Vanessa March 16, 2023 25 Comments
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Relationships

You Need Help: My Partner and I Disagree About Our COVID Risk Reduction Practices

Sometimes, after dealing with an active crisis as a team, it’s the period afterward that can start to pull us apart. There’s more time and space for your individual needs and feelings; it’s not surprising that this is when the resentment can really start to build!

Darcy March 14, 2023 3 Comments
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Relationships

Dykes on Dates: Tips for Topping (Homemade Pizza)

You don’t have to be a seasoned home chef to make pizza date night a reality! I’ve got tips for all skill levels and price points.

Kayla Kumari Upadhyaya March 9, 2023 7 Comments
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