Hi abii, Thanks for reaching out and welcome to the boards! To start, I want to let you know that there is always a risk of pregnancy if you have unprotected sex, even if the penis was not inserted fully. Even if he did not ejaculate, the risk of pre-cum being present is still there and may cause pr...

Hi Glorious, I hope it's okay that I'm jumping in here! Similar to what Carly said, I think everything you're describing is normal and healthy. You mentioned just now how you don't have the experience to recognize red flags or don't know what's normal in romantic relationships. I want to start by as...

Hi YellowPamonha, If you feel like you will experience discomfort on this trip, then yeah, I don't think you should put yourself through that! I think it might benefit you to get to a solid conclusion with B and L before visiting them. If you do end up going and things don't feel right, you do have ...

Hi spottedowl, It's really fantastic to hear that you've come such a long way in your journey in love and independence. I think journaling would be great, but you are more than welcome to share your insights with us if you feel comfortable. I understand that fight-or-flight feeling when it comes to ...

Hi lokkke4, I believe it's best for you to wash your hands with soap and water, rather than use hand sanitizer, before touching genitals, masturbating, or having sex. If you used hand sanitizer in the past and didn't experience issues, that's fine, but I recommend washing your hands with soap and wa...

Hi Jay27, I completely understand. I'm sure there are other ways to contact them and ask questions, such as through email. I'm sure the clinic's office has an email address listed on their website. That might be a better option for you. You could email the office and ask for your doctor's email. The...

I'm really sorry to hear that. Maybe it's time to reach out to them again or look into other therapists in the area. Let us know if you have any further questions and take care!

Hi CatMatRat99, There are some options on how you can restrict the places you watch it, depending on what device or browser you use to access the media. Do you use a smartphone or a computer? Also, do you experience difficulty diverting your attention from the desire to watch porn? For instance, whe...

Hi SillyMcGoof_, I hope it's okay that I'm jumping in here! Yes, going on T is certainly a process and it takes time to see some changes. Although, similar to what Sam said, it's important to take it one step at a time and definitely discuss all of this with a professional since they can guide you t...

Hi Glorious, I hope it's okay that I'm jumping in here. I believe this all goes back to communication. Your fears are valid and it's wonderful that you're looking out for your partner, but there's no way in telling how your partner feels now or later until you ask them. From what I know, asexual ind...

I completely understand that eldest sibling mentality. It's very selfless and commendable, but at the same time, I wouldn't let that push you to come out when you're not mentally prepared. Do you know what I mean? I think the slideshow idea is great! You're right, I think it'll definitely make thing...

Hi XY,

I hope it's okay that I'm jumping in here. I think you have a pretty good idea of how to move forward here! Do you have any other questions or concerns? We're here to help. Plus, you're always welcome to come back to this thread or create a new one if something comes up. Take care!

Hey Gluggaveður, I hear you. From what you're describing, it seems like your parents really care about you. I think that they don't want to cause any harm so that's why they react this particular way. In general, I think parents, for the most part, should come to terms with the fact that they will n...

Hi Gluggaveður, This is a really wonderful post, thank you for bringing so much positivity to the boards! It's great to hear that you got a binder and that it's making you feel more comfortable in your skin. As for myself, I get my nails done every month as part of self-care and I really loved how t...

I reached out to my fellow staff members/volunteers to see what they can add here! I do want to mention that pronouns are a very personal matter so this is ultimately up to what makes you feel the most comfortable.

Hi Estobawk, I know some people who struggled to figure out which pronouns fit their gender identity the best so they ended up using no pronouns at all and asked those around them to refer to them by their name. This could be an option for you for the time being if you'd like. What do you think? Sim...

Hi Starsnsloths,

If you can, it would be great if you could share a little more about the article so we could narrow down which one it might be. If you can't remember, then it's no problem!

I'm happy to hear that you both are working on your relationship. With that in mind, it could be nice to spend some time together and try new things in the area. If you want to talk more about your relationship, we're here to help. As for the GroupMe chat, have you ever thought about reaching out an...

Hi Jay27, I recently graduated from university so I can understand what you're going through. I have some friends that stayed on or around campus during the summer for internships, jobs, or simply because their family is out-of-state and moving back and forth is a lot of work. They've spoken to me a...

Hi monochromepengu, The rim of the condom should be as close to the base of the penis as possible; although, what you and your friend are experiencing is not unusual at all. With the measurements you gave me, it doesn't seem like there is a problem. Have you experienced the condom slipping off durin...

Hi naurmi008, I have a few questions I want to ask before moving forward. Has this been always going on in your relationship? Or has this only been a recent change? Have you always felt like there was a mismatch? Also, there seems to be some kind of tension in your approach to speaking to your boyfr...

Hi naurmi008, I can understand why this is frustrating and I'm sorry that this has been happening. I've been in similar situations with partners in the past. The first thing I always recommend is communicating how you feel, like telling him exactly what you told us. Having a conversation about expec...

Hi Makasbsuu,

Heather is sick today so they will get back to you when they're doing a little better!

Hi Makasbsuu, I'm sorry to hear that you've been experiencing pain due to your joint problems! I'm sure your partner can understand why certain positions might be limiting because they cause you pain, but I can understand why it might feel one-sided. Honestly, you reaching out to us about this shows...

Hey Nany2alive, I want to start off by mentioning that this is an incredibly common experience and there is nothing wrong with you! As Michaela said, this is one of the most common questions we receive. I highly recommend reading this resource of ours: The Great No-Orgasm-From-Intercourse Conundrum ...