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All The Things Your Mother Didn't Tell You About Sex and Sexual Health | Zikoko!

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1. If a boy stands next to you, or holds your hands nothing major will happen.

2. There is a time of the month it’s easier to get pregnant, when you’re ovulating.

3. Have you ever heard “just the tip” before? It’s a scam and don’t try it.

4. What you decide to do with your body, especially sex, is primarily your decision, not anyone else’s.

5. It’s okay if you decide to be abstinent, but you still need to learn about contraception and your body.

6. Lying about your sexual activity to your doctor doesn’t help anybody, especially you.

7. There are many, many Sexually Transmitted Diseases and Sexually Transmitted Infections you need to learn about.

8. Having period irregularities is quite common, just make sure you go to see a doctor.

9. Sexual urges are very normal, and mean you are extremely healthy.

To get a lot more information about sex and sexual health, there is an amazing new app called “Frisky” to help you make better-informed decisions.

It’s easy and simple to use, with the added advantage of protecting your privacy if you’re a bit shy when it comes to speaking about these issues. You can download the app here!

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