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- Sun May 12, 2024 7:50 pm
- Forum: Sex & Sexuality
- Topic: Been in a relationship with an asexual partner, just now realizing that I may want sex in the future.
- Replies: 1
- Views: 306
Re: Been in a relationship with an asexual partner, just now realizing that I may want sex in the future.
Hi caramia, welcome to Scarleteen! Ace and allo people can be and are in relationships. What’s important, as you mentioned, is that you tell your partner about your feelings so you can both be on the same page. Obviously, overstepping their boundaries is a big NO! But being open and clear with your ...
Re: Concern
Hi Skybushh, That sounds really frustrating and I’m sorry you have to go through that. Sometimes your mind is your biggest enemy but messing up is human! I wish there was something I could tell you that would automatically fix the self-sabotaging, but as you know it’s a long process. Maybe you could...
- Sun May 12, 2024 7:00 pm
- Forum: Ask Us!
- Topic: How do I accept my unusual preferences?
- Replies: 10
- Views: 576
Re: How do I accept my unusual preferences?
Jay27,
Would you be interested in some resources for lesbians and by lesbians to help you engage with the community more?
Would you be interested in some resources for lesbians and by lesbians to help you engage with the community more?
- Sun May 12, 2024 6:56 pm
- Forum: Ask Us!
- Topic: Double vaginal penetration
- Replies: 3
- Views: 171
Re: Double vaginal penetration
Hey GenuineL, It all depends on your body. Every body is different, you may need to take it slower than some people or your body may adjust quickly to added stretching. Although the vagina is a muscle that doesn’t get ‘loose’, this is still something that your body may not be prepared for or used to...
- Wed May 08, 2024 9:19 pm
- Forum: Abuse & Assault
- Topic: Did it count?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 400
Re: Did it count?
Hi Stone, I want to start by validating your feelings. This sounds like something that has made you incredibly uncomfortable and I'm so sorry that you had to experience that. It does sound like this meets the definition of sexual assault. Although you may not have had sex or genital contact, it can ...
- Wed May 08, 2024 6:55 pm
- Forum: Got Questions? Get Answers.
- Topic: Attracted to my gay friend as a transmasc
- Replies: 21
- Views: 818
Re: Attracted to my gay friend as a transmasc
Hey trixieandtoast! I understand that this can cause a lot of conflicting emotions, but you are doing a fantastic job of verbalizing your feelings! He sees something in you, regardless of whether that is a friend, family, or possibility of something more. Am I right in understanding that your friend...
- Sun May 05, 2024 9:08 pm
- Forum: Sexual Health
- Topic: I need help?
- Replies: 4
- Views: 221
Re: I need help?
Hey CasWasHere!
While scary, nipple discharge isn't uncommon and doesn't automatically mean anything bad! However, I would definitely recommend telling your guardian and maybe booking an appointment with your primary doctor, especially with your medical concerns.
While scary, nipple discharge isn't uncommon and doesn't automatically mean anything bad! However, I would definitely recommend telling your guardian and maybe booking an appointment with your primary doctor, especially with your medical concerns.
- Sun May 05, 2024 7:01 pm
- Forum: Bodies
- Topic: Itchy vagina after masturbation
- Replies: 3
- Views: 388
Re: Itchy vagina after masturbation
Huh, that is a bit baffling!
It is possible that the itching is actually a result of blood rushing to your genitals post-masturbation or orgasm. That can cause tingling or sensitivity and may just be presenting itself differently in your case!
It is possible that the itching is actually a result of blood rushing to your genitals post-masturbation or orgasm. That can cause tingling or sensitivity and may just be presenting itself differently in your case!
- Sun May 05, 2024 6:59 pm
- Forum: Got Questions? Get Answers.
- Topic: nervous about interacting with nsfw online spaces
- Replies: 2
- Views: 322
Re: nervous about interacting with nsfw online spaces
Hi mel! These definitely sound like concerns that are causing you a lot of anxiety. Many people see the threshold between 17 and 18, minor and adult, to be this magical barrier that you cross one day where you instantly become a mature, fully settled adult but unfortunately that's not how it works! ...
- Sun May 05, 2024 6:43 pm
- Forum: Bodies
- Topic: Itchy vagina after masturbation
- Replies: 3
- Views: 388
Re: Itchy vagina after masturbation
Hi AParker98! It may be any number of things, I'll try to highlight a few for you to consider! If you use toys when you masturbate, you may not be cleaning them thoroughly enough which may be leading to your discomfort. Or alternatively, you may be cleaning them with something that is irritating you...
- Sun May 05, 2024 6:34 pm
- Forum: Sex & Sexuality
- Topic: Safely Accessing a Sex Toy as a Minor
- Replies: 5
- Views: 535
Re: Safely Accessing a Sex Toy as a Minor
Hi CasWasHere! That's a valid concern! Does your guardian often open your mail? You could tell your guardian that you have a package coming and say that it's something mundane that they'd be less likely to care about opening, such as a pencil pouch or a new shirt. But if you do this don't make it so...
- Sun May 05, 2024 6:25 pm
- Forum: Ask Us!
- Topic: Informative question about periods and pregnancy
- Replies: 1
- Views: 195
Re: Informative question about periods and pregnancy
Hi hedera! You are correct that pregnant people can have bleeding that looks like 'periods' during their pregnancy, even up until they give birth! About 1 in 4 pregnant people have some type of bleeding during their pregnancy, due to a wide variety of reasons including implantation of the fertilized...
- Wed May 01, 2024 6:28 pm
- Forum: Ask Us!
- Topic: Clarification on Potential Risks and Types of Contact
- Replies: 11
- Views: 3719
Re: Clarification on Potential Risks and Types of Contact
It seems like you have a lot of anxiety that you're dealing with. Here's an article that has Scarleteen-approved and recommended resources for handling that! Please note the specific section on pregnancy phobia and anxiety, as it seems like those resources may help you with your current anxieties. B...
- Fri Apr 19, 2024 7:35 am
- Forum: Sexual Identity
- Topic: Just discovered I’m asexual at 25
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1821
Re: Just discovered I’m asexual at 25
Hey spottedowl! Navigating asexuality and dating in today's world can be hard and frustrating. How are you finding dates? If you use dating apps, something I've seen and done myself has been to write that you're asexual or looking for a non-sexual relationship on your profile bio. Not everybody is g...
- Tue Apr 16, 2024 7:31 am
- Forum: Sex & Sexuality
- Topic: how do i ask my parents for a stroker?
- Replies: 10
- Views: 3760
Re: how do i ask my parents for a stroker?
Hi SillyMcGoof_ First of all, welcome back to Scarleteen! Asking your parents for a sex toy can be scary and feel awkward, but it's a conversation that has been had between kids and parents time and time again so you're in good company! It's nice to know going in that your stepmom is positive and co...
- Mon Apr 15, 2024 8:14 am
- Forum: Bodies
- Topic: What to do with pubic hair
- Replies: 2
- Views: 3746
Re: What to do with pubic hair
Hey GenderGay! You're definitely not alone in feeling like this, shaving can be super annoying and uncomfortable! There are a lot of options for managing public hair, we just have to find what works for you! Have you looked into hair removal cream (like Nair)? This seems like it could be your best b...
- Mon Apr 15, 2024 7:47 am
- Forum: Got Questions? Get Answers.
- Topic: Periods
- Replies: 6
- Views: 3374
Re: Periods
Chocolate Moose, Every body (and everybody) is different, so what works for them differs too! Some people are completely comfortable with tampons, others prefer menstrual cups, and some like period underwear and pads. For example, people with vaginismus (a condition causing painful muscle spasms in ...
- Mon Apr 08, 2024 7:55 am
- Forum: Sexual Health
- Topic: Loss of Sensitivity(?)
- Replies: 6
- Views: 4514
Re: Loss of Sensitivity(?)
Hey CasWasHere, First and foremost, you aren't ruined! Every body (and everybody!) is different. I understand it can be scary when you feel like you can't control your body. When you say your clit doesn't get big 'like it's supposed to', do you mean that in your personal self-love sessions your clit...
- Mon Apr 01, 2024 8:15 am
- Forum: Bodies
- Topic: Multiple things about my relationship to my weight
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2048
Re: Multiple things about my relationship to my weight
Hi Asking Queries! Nutrition is nutrition, and it's fantastic that you've found a way to eat that works for you and your body! It may be that your mom doesn't really think about the implications of what she is saying, as that phrase is a common expression; however, this doesn't mean your feelings ab...
- Fri Mar 29, 2024 11:14 am
- Forum: Got Questions? Get Answers.
- Topic: I think I might be gay
- Replies: 17
- Views: 5848
Re: I think I might be gay
Congrats Luna, I'm SO happy to hear that it went well!
- Thu Mar 28, 2024 11:05 am
- Forum: Got Questions? Get Answers.
- Topic: I think I might be gay
- Replies: 17
- Views: 5848
Re: I think I might be gay
Luna, I hope it helps your worry to know that if your parents react poorly, you have a place to stay with your friend. No matter how your parents react, you are incredibly brave for taking this step and we wish you the best of luck! This is new territory for both you and your parents, and there are ...
- Wed Mar 27, 2024 10:10 pm
- Forum: Bodies
- Topic: feeling too skinny
- Replies: 12
- Views: 12421
Re: feeling too skinny
Hi bikinksterboy, I think that even if 90% of this is in your head, it's obviously still important to you and valuable to talk about! I'm happy that you aren't keeping it bottled up, even if you feel like some of it was 'complete nonsense'! At the end of the day, your gender identity is yours. A lot...
- Wed Mar 27, 2024 6:04 pm
- Forum: Got Questions? Get Answers.
- Topic: I think I might be gay
- Replies: 17
- Views: 5848
Re: I think I might be gay
Luna, I'm so glad you had the chance to talk to someone you know about this, especially one who understands the anxiety firsthand! I agree with you about taking your time; don't feel like you need to rush this, it's your journey and your experience and you can take it as slow or as quickly as you ne...
- Mon Mar 25, 2024 10:36 am
- Forum: Got Questions? Get Answers.
- Topic: I can get aroused but when I try to masturbate it goes away? (and other questions)
- Replies: 4
- Views: 182244
Re: I can get aroused but when I try to masturbate it goes away? (and other questions)
Hi snakesarecoolB)! It's definitely possible that you aren't preparing yourself, body and mind, for masturbating and that's why you're having trouble maintaining your arousal. Unfortunately I can't give you a one-size-fits-all response, as everybody has different things that work for them. What I CA...
- Thu Mar 14, 2024 9:21 am
- Forum: Ask Us!
- Topic: Difficulty finishing
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1393
Re: Difficulty finishing
Thank you for your quick reply as well! As you plan to try partnered sex, is there any information you and/or your boyfriend would like or any topics you're curious about? Feel free to ask us questions; we're here to help, whether it's reassurance or education. Back to your original topic however; w...