This article was reviewed by Julia Switzer, MD, FACOG. Menopause often brings changes to vaginal comfort and natural lubrication, which can make intercourse painful. While this experience can feel ...

This article was reviewed by Lynn Marie Morski, MD, JD. If you want to protect yourself from intimacy transmitted infections (STIs) and unplanned pregnancies, safe intimacy is an important way to do ...

What’s the first thing that pops into your head when you hear the word intimacy? If your mind went straight to sex, well, I'm right there with you. Sexual intimacy tends to take center stage in ...

Hot flashes? Brain fog? Anxiety? Feeling like you’re going through puberty all over again? You’re not alone, and it’s not just in your head. Welcome to Sex, Sweat and Sanity, CharlotteFive’s new Q&A ...

Arielle Ford is a leading presence in the personal growth and contemporary spirituality movement. She is the bestselling author of eight books including Wabi Sabi Love. She believes that with a simple ...

Tension: We crave authentic connection while simultaneously using digital interfaces that train us to expect intimacy without the discomfort it requires. Noise: Wellness culture frames digital ...

It can also erode your confidence and desire to explore intimacy with a partner, leading to a sense of loss or uncertainty in your relationship. “Many individuals affected by Peyronie’s disease ...

A cancer diagnosis changes many parts of life. Conversations often focus on treatment plans, test results, and physical recovery. What is discussed far less is how cancer affects intimacy and sexual ...

The idea took root in a moment that was both silly and sincere. Josh Aaron, then a stay-at-home dad in Connecticut, was juggling the usual chaos: diapers, grocery runs, and tightly packed time blocks.

Let’s stop pretending intimacy is just “a vibe.” Intimacy is not a bonding spell. It’s a personality amplifier. Who he is after intimacy? That’s who he actually is. Before that, he’s marketing. After ...