Special Report: Sex Education

Whether you’re homeschooling your kids and need some sex education resources, or are looking for new ways to connect with your partner/s—or yourself—while practicing physical distancing, here are some of the best sex ed stories from our archives to get you through this uncertain time.

[Photo: Volunteers separate condoms to give away during a free HIV testing event]

How College Students Can Have Safer Sex This Semester

Cassandra Corrado

As some students return to campus, here are four ways to think about sexual health in the age of COVID-19.

[Photo: A teacher stands in front of a classroom of students. A number of students are raising their hand.]

Why Students Need Sex Education That’s Honest About Racism

Christine Soyong Harley

It is not enough to say that we advocate for “culturally responsive” sex ed. We have to show that our sex education is as honest about racism as it is on any other topic.

[Photo: A young, Black high school teacher stands in front of her class as she presents a lesson on reproductive rights and health.]

How to Talk to Young People About Abortion

Ellen Friedrichs

We need to teach young people of all genders about abortion. Here are three ways teachers, parents, and health-care providers can do that.

8 Places to Buy Queer-Inclusive Sex Toys This Holiday Season

Cassandra Corrado

Just because you can get a butt plug and other sex toys from Amazon doesn’t mean you should.

How to Tell Your Partner You Changed Your Mind During Sex

Rewire News Group Staff

Consent is ongoing. Contrary to what you may have been told, it’s OK to change your mind and speak up about it.

[PHOTO: Cassandra Corrado head tilted to one side with both index fingers pointing at her face]

How to Finally Stop Faking Orgasms and Prioritize Your Pleasure

Rewire News Group Staff

It can be hard work, but it’s worth it because you deserve good sex.

[ILLUSTRATION: Couple in bed confused about what they want]

How to Tell Your Partner What You Really Want in Bed

Rewire News Group Staff

Improving sexual communication is key to having better sex and feeling empowered in your sex life.

[PHOTO: Couple in bed under the blankets with only their feet showing]

Does Sex Hurt? How You Can Turn Sex Into Pleasurable Experiences.

Rewire News Group Staff

By no means should you accept pain or discomfort as part of a normal sex life.

[PHOTO: TikTok screenshot of the ten-finger salute about sex ed]

How TikTok Is Changing Sex Ed for the Better, One Meme at a Time

Danielle Bezalel

TikTok is far from perfect, but it has been a space for teens to feel connected with other like-minded people.

[PHOTO: Cassandra Corrado looks at her cell phone after receiving the text 'got nudes?']

Sending Nudes? Here’s How You Can Stay Safe.

Rewire News Group Staff

You can minimize the potential dangers of showing off your goods with a few ground tools and having the right tools at your disposal.

[PHOTO: Screenshot of host Cassandra Corrado holding plastic blue balls on You Deserve Good Sex]

Everything You’ve Wanted to Know About Blue Balls—but Were Too Afraid to Ask

Rewire News Group Staff

Blue balls certainly sound painful. Sex educator Cassandra Corrado sets the record straight.

Most Sex Ed Stresses Abstinence. Here’s How Parents Can Fill in the Gaps.

Steph Auteri

If you wait around to have a single, awkward “sex talk” with your kids as they’re approaching their late teens, you’ve waited too long.

[High school freshmen and sophomores using iPads for their schoolwork]

‘Once in a Generation’ Chance for Texas to Move Beyond Abstinence-Only Sex Education (Updated)

Mary Tuma

The standards could have a strong influence on textbook content across the United States.

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