Old LY Site

LoveYourself Communications Loving oneself involves knowing where you stand. As an empowered individual, you can always say no to risky sexual behavior, such as going bareback or going raw. “Bareback” in the old days meant riding horses without a saddle. Nowadays, the term is more commonly used to refer to raw or unprotected anal intercourse. A common belief among men-having-sex-with-men (MSM) is that bareback sex brings extra pleasure, but it also poses the risk of acquiring a sexually transmitted infection (STI), such as HIV. Getting or not getting an STI is a game of chance you partake in every time you engage in unprotected sex.  Here are some tips to consider when your partner, talks you around going raw. 1. The initial talk Good communication is beneficial to any and all relationships, especially intimate ones. Before getting into bed with your partner, talk to them about what you like to do, what makes you feel good and your limits. Let them tell you the same. Knowing  ...

By LoveYourself Communications They say love makes the world go round, but lube makes the ride smooth. Personal lubricant, is your wingman for better, more pleasurable, and even safer sex! Whether you play with sex toys , enter the backdoor, or beat the meat, a handy dandy tube of lube can already make everything so much better. Safe, Satisfying, and Slicker Sex Having anal sex can be tricky business, getting in can already be hard enough (pun unintended).. The anus is lined with delicate tissue that barely produces enough lubrication for comfortable anal sex. Without additional lube this tissue can get small tears easily — called anal fissures. which can become the gateway for viruses and bacteria to enter your body causing a sexually transmitted infection (STI) . Applying more lube is handy to reduce friction and irritation when penetration starts. A win-win situation for you! Aside from giving you a smooth ride, we also want to avoid condom tearing up inside. Excessive friction can ...

By LoveYourself Communications The Triangle of Self-Care gives you three simple steps to prevent HIV transmission. Alongside timely testing and treatment and safe and satisfying sex ,   one of its key components is correct and consistent use of condoms and lubes . Condoms are the most accessible contraceptive and protection from  sexually transmitted infections  (STIs) in the market. Especially with innovations such as Safe Spaces PH condoms and lubricants are discreetly accessed for free. However, there are still lingering stories that are passed from on person to another creating myths that continue to live on.  Let’s make things clearer by busting some myths! Myth #1: Condoms are not effective in preventing unwanted pregnancies or HIV/STIs If you’re thinking that viruses and sperm cells are way too small and can pass through condoms, then you’ve must have been misinformed. Although they’re microscopic, both viruses and sperm can’t pass through intact latex con...