Getting Hard(er) Q: Hi Dr. Laurie. I’m in my mid-40s now and I still regularly get erections and have orgasms—yes!—but I’m really not getting as rock hard as I used to when I was younger. Sometimes, I would even put it at 50%. … [Read more...] about Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Getting Hard(er)
Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Getting Hard(er)
Six Tips For Exploring Your Fantasies
Whether we admit them or not, we all have fantasies. Some are simple, like a mental image or sex act you have always wanted to try. Others may be more elaborate, like a role-playing scene you want to carry out or a particular … [Read more...] about Six Tips For Exploring Your Fantasies
Understanding The Long Term Effects Of Anal Sex
Recently I had a conversation with a middle aged woman who was saying that she is having an issue with soiling herself. When she has to poop, she cannot hold it, and when she sneezes, poop comes out. As a joke, she quipped “all … [Read more...] about Understanding The Long Term Effects Of Anal Sex
Podcast: Understanding Gender Identity
In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Laurie talks about understanding gender identity with Dr. Stacy Friedman. You'll also hear answers to listener submitted questions, and get Dr. Laurie's take on "Sex in the News." … [Read more...] about Podcast: Understanding Gender Identity
Q&A With Dr. Laurie: How To Know If You’re Sexually Incompatible
How To Know If You’re Sexually Incompatible Q: I’ve been with my fiancée for a few years, and we’re both in our early 30s. We have sex regularly, but she never orgasms from it. Sometimes, she uses a vibrator on her clitoris … [Read more...] about Q&A With Dr. Laurie: How To Know If You’re Sexually Incompatible
5 Key Ways Sex Changes for Older Men
One thing doesn’t change, older men—and women’s—ability to enjoy erotic pleasure. But with age, sex becomes less like the Fourth of July, and more like Thanksgiving. However, even without exploding fireworks, sex can still be … [Read more...] about 5 Key Ways Sex Changes for Older Men
Safe Slutting: How To Initiate A Conversation About Sexual Health And Pleasure With A New Partner
For many people the idea of talking about sexual health and pleasure with a new partner might make them feel awkward and want to shy away from the conversation. When is the best time to even have the conversation. How do you even … [Read more...] about Safe Slutting: How To Initiate A Conversation About Sexual Health And Pleasure With A New Partner
Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Experimenting With New Things
Trying Something New Q: Hi Dr. Laurie. I’m a female in my mid-30s and slowly starting to realize that, despite decades of heterosexuality, I might also be attracted to women. I live in a small town and everyone knows each … [Read more...] about Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Experimenting With New Things
Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Navigating Virginity
Getting Past It Q: I’m in my early 20s and I’m still a virgin. I’ve started going out and meeting more women, but I have a problem making a move. I’ll talk to girls in the club or dance with them (at a distance…) but I find … [Read more...] about Q&A With Dr. Laurie: Navigating Virginity
Overcoming Shyness To Ask Someone For A Date
“I was so shy. I stared at my phone for hours and put off calling her. Finally, I called and asked her out,” Edward shared. “She turned me down. I was crushed. It would be months before I would try again to ask someone out on a … [Read more...] about Overcoming Shyness To Ask Someone For A Date
When A Partner Changes Their Mind
Hi Courtney, My boyfriend and I are going through a breakup. We dated for 3.5 years and one of his main reasons for breaking up is having to use condoms. He doesn’t have herpes, and I do. That’s some of the deepest heartache … [Read more...] about When A Partner Changes Their Mind
What Does It Mean To Be Transgender?
What Does It Mean To Be Transgender? The word Trans is a large umbrella term for many different identities. These identities include but are not limited to Trans women, Trans men, non-binary folks, agender people, and genderqueer … [Read more...] about What Does It Mean To Be Transgender?