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Researchers estimate that 11% of women have endometriosis. Endometriosis is a disorder where tissue that lines the uterus grows into other parts of the body. It’s the leading cause of pelvic pain and sexual discomfort in women — yet women receive very little education about this disorder.  As a part...

  Joylux welcomes guest blogger Marisa Zocco of Elephant Journal! A University of Southern California-educated journalist and creative writer, she holds a firm belief in the power of the written word to connect individuals and inspire a healthy exchange of differing ideas—the bigger the difference the better.   Sometimes I feel...

Whether you’re spinning in the studio, cranking on your Peloton, or speeding down the open road, you may notice your cycling workouts lead to pain and discomfort for your pelvic floor. This can happen with any activity involving a saddle (including horse riding and motorbikes) because of the type of...

Some books about sex, bodies, and intimacy are a little hard to sit through. They can be dry, clinical, embarrassing, or slanted in a way that doesn’t work for us. That’s why we set out to discover 5 page-turning books that will help you better connect with your sexual &...

Sex not only feels great, it’s also benefits your overall health and well being, and supports women’s intimate wellness. People who have frequent sex are happier and more connected with their partner — and, as it turns out, they are healthier in mind and body. If you need more reasons...

Each year, nearly 500,000 U.S. women undergo hysterectomies. Women face the decision to get their uterus and other reproductive organs removed for several reasons. Despite how common these procedures are, the decision can take a heavy toll on your emotions. This surgery saves lives, and with the right emotional and...