Bareback: Meaning, Condomless Sex, STI Risk, and Consent
Bareback is informal sexual slang for vaginal or anal intercourse without a condom, whether or not other HIV or pregnancy prevention is used.
Bartholin Glands: Function, Cysts, Abscesses, and Care
Bartholin glands are small glands near the vaginal opening that produce lubricating fluid and may develop cysts or painful abscesses.
Bartholin’s Cyst: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
A Bartholin’s cyst is a fluid-filled lump near the vaginal opening caused by a blocked gland duct and may become painful if infected.
Bartholin’s Glands: Function, Cysts, and Sexual Health
Bartholin’s glands are paired glands near the vaginal opening that release moisture and may develop a cyst or painful abscess if a duct becomes blocked.
Basal Body Temperature: Ovulation, BBT Tracking, and Fertility
Basal body temperature is the body's lowest resting temperature and can be tracked for a small sustained rise that commonly occurs after ovulation.
Bawdy: Meaning, Sexual Humor, Suggestive Language, and Boundaries
Bawdy describes humor, language, songs, or performances that treat sexual subjects in a bold, playful, and slightly indecent way.
BDSM Dynamic: Meaning, Definition, Grammar, and Examples
A BDSM dynamic is the pattern of interaction, roles, communication, and consensual power exchange between partners. Explore its role in healthy relationships and human sexuality.
BDSM Interaction Pattern: Meaning, Definition, Grammar, and Examples
A BDSM interaction pattern is the recurring way partners communicate, negotiate, and interact within consensual BDSM relationships. Explore its role in trust, consent, and healthy sexuality.
BDSM Relationship Pattern: Meaning, Definition, Grammar, and Examples
A BDSM relationship pattern is the recurring structure of communication, roles, and consensual power exchange between partners. Explore its role in healthy relationships and human sexuality.
BDSM Relationship Structure: Meaning, Definition, Grammar, and Examples
A BDSM relationship structure is the consensual framework that defines roles, boundaries, communication, and power exchange between partners. Explore its role in healthy relationships and human sexuality.