Young people tell their personal experiences of breaking up with someone for the first time. What was it like being dumped? How did they feel when it happened? How do they feel about it now?
How soon should you call after a date? Who’s supposed to provide the contraception? What should you do if you’re being ghosted (when someone you are interested in suddenly stops communicating with you)? The dating game is a battlefield alright, but overall, dating and sex should be exciting, confidence-boosting and safe. We’re here to answer a few frequently asked questions to help you on your way.
“Is it a bad idea to date a long-time friend?” – Sam, 18
Your friends are the people who know you best, so friendship can be a great way to start a relationship. You already know a lot about each other. Keep an open line of communication and only proceed if you both feel the same way. You wouldn’t want to ruin a good thing!
Making it easier to clean up any mess, where to get them for free, and not being limited to penises, what parent’s leave out when talking about condoms.
So, your internal playlist may be playing ‘Let’s Get It On’ by Marvin Gaye but when you really start to think about the nitty gritty of sex, you’re wondering if you really are ready for it. It’s totally okay, you’re not alone. In fact, everyone questions themselves when it comes to losing their virginity. Here are a few things to consider when thinking about doing the deed for the first time.
It’s okay to wait: There’s no perfect age to have sex. It really depends on the individual. Some people lose their virginity in their teens while others wait longer; after all, there are other ways to have fun without going all the way. Each person has their own reasoning and should not be pressured to make this choice, that’s kind of the beauty of this big decision; you should do it your way.
Young people tell their personal experiences of breaking up with someone for the first time. What was it like being dumped? How did they feel when it happened? How do they feel about it now?
From sex that lasts for hours to the idea that it’s totally easy the first time (err, ouch), porn paints a pretty unrealistic picture of what goes on when it comes to sexual encounters.
Here, we break down the top five sex myths spun by porn films and hopefully learn a thing or two about what sex in real life is really all about.
Everyone climaxes every time
Contrary to popular belief, people don’t orgasm every single time they have sex – seriously, science proves it. For over a third of women, vaginal sex isn’t always a sure-fire way to orgasm. This can also vary depending on their sexual orientation. Research has found that lesbians climax more than hetero or bisexual women.
There are so many rumours and myths around sexual health; it’s no wonder many of us are confused about what’s true and what’s not, particularly when it comes to STIs (sexually transmissible infections). Like, surely only people who sleep around get STIs, right? Wrong, anyone who’s ever had sex is at risk of STIs. And, did you know it’s true that you can actually get STIs through oral sex too? As helpful as chatting to friends about sexual health can be, it’s also good to check the facts to make sure you’re up to speed with what’s myth and what’s not.
Play Safe know their stuff when it comes to STIs and have clarified all those pesky rumours for us. Find all the answers and test your knowledge here https://playsafe.health.nsw.gov.au/myth-vs-truth
We hit the streets to ask about first time break ups. What was it like being dumped? How did they feel when it happened? How do they feel about it now?
We all learnt about the birds and the bees at some point in our lives, whether it be the awkward chat with your parents or during health class at school, but how much did they really tell us? Sure, we all know about penises and vaginas, but what about all the other stuff? And they more often than not skipped over the parts that explain how your reproductive anatomy works when it comes to sexual pleasure and also about how diverse our body parts can actually look. This can lead to a whole range of confusion when it comes to feeling confident about your body and how to pleasure yourself and your partner.
Family Planning NSW have got your back and have created the Body Explorer tool on their Body Talk website – hallelujah! This tool lets you explore the typical male and female reproductive anatomy both internal and external so you can get up to speed up on all those important details you may have missed out on. Check it out for yourself and get to know your body – Body Talk.
You’re welcome!
Young people tell their personal experiences of breaking up with someone for the first time. What was it like being dumped? How did they feel when it happened? How do they feel about it now?