Talking to your children about sex: A guide for parents
It's no secret that talking about sex can be awkward for both parents and children
Why it’s important to talk to your children about sex.
It's no secret that the topic of sex can be a difficult one for parents to broach with their children. But it's important to have these conversations early and often
What Every Woman Needs To Know About STI’s
More than 1 million sexually transmitted infections (STI’s) are acquired every day worldwide. These infections and diseases (STIs and STDs) are transmitted through vaginal, anal, or oral sexual contact. An STI for vagina owners can include symptoms such as vaginal itching, rashes, unusual discharge, and pain. Many STIs have no symptoms at all, but...
My Partner Has HIV – Now What?
South Africa has the highest HIV rate in the world. Research indicates that 1 in 5 South Africans is HIV positive. That means that it is likely that you may be in a relationship with someone why is HIV positive, and will almost definitely know someone else who is. This makes it important for all...
HIV – Mixed-Status Couples
For a long time sexual relationships between people with different HIV statuses from each other were considered off-limits. Thankfully, we now have resources available to mixed-status couples to reduce the risk of HIV transmission. Like everything else with sexual relationships, preventing HIV transmission is a team effort. It’s important for both partners in mixed-status couples...
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI’s)
Sexually transmitted infections (STI’s) are infections that spread through sexual contact (unprotected vaginal, oral, anal sex). This includes skin-to-skin contact. Depending on the specific STI, infections may also be transmitted through sharing needles and breastfeeding. The only guaranteed method to prevent STI’s is to abstain from all sexual contact. However, when engaging in sexual activity,...
