What is sexual wellness?

“Sexual wellness isn’t just about sex and masturbation. It plays a crucial part in our overall health and wellbeing, relating to the quality of our relationships, how we feel in our skin and how connected and confident we are with our sexuality.”

Is it okay to have sex every day?

“When it comes to sex there’s no right or wrong frequency! It's perfectly ok to have sex every day. Healthy and regular sex improves physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.”

Are there health benefits from having sex?

“Sex boosts cardiovascular health and keeps your heart healthy, reduces the risk of high blood sugar and burns calories! It also makes your body release happy hormones called oxytocin and endorphins that boost intimacy. These hormones aid sleep which leads to a stronger immune system, improved energy and lower stress!”

How can I increase my sex drive?

“Masturbating can help you learn what you like and don't like sexually. Doing so can help boost self-awareness, body confidence and improve intimacy in the relationship.”

“If you’re looking to experiment more in the bedroom and improve libido, using sex toys might be just what you need. We often associate using toys as a solo activity, however, using them in a relationship is a great way of spicing things up."

How can I properly clean my sex toys?

“The best thing to use is a mild soap that you'd use on your body. Wet the toy and using a cloth with warm water, apply soap to the damp cloth, and gently wash the toy with the soapy washcloth for around 20 seconds. Then simply rinse it under warm running water and dry thoroughly with a clean towel.”

How can I get a sexual health check?

“You can usually book an appointment online at your nearest sexual health clinic. If you have no symptoms, home test kits are available to order online or collect from a clinic. Generally, men who have sex with men and trans women are encouraged to screen every 3-6 months and heterosexuals and women who have sex with women are encouraged to screen every 6-12 months.”