Self-Care and Sex Education: Prioritizing Wellbeing

 Here’s a brief overview of how self-care and sex education intersect, along with some key points you might consider including in your blog post:

1. Self-Care and Sexual Health:

   • Self-care extends beyond bubble baths and yoga. It also encompasses our sexual health and well-being.
   • Dr. Sara C. Flowers, the vice president of education and training at Planned Parenthood Federation of America, emphasizes that self-care involves intentionally taking care of ourselves, including our sexual health1.
   • Consider discussing how practicing safer sex can be a form of self-care. This includes using barrier methods (like condoms or dental dams) to protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs) during oral, vaginal, or anal sex.

2. Healthy Sex Practices as Self-Care:

   • Protection from STIs is crucial. Encourage readers to use barrier methods consistently.
   • Internal and external condoms are effective for penis-in-vagina sex. However, using them together isn’t recommended.
   • Not fluid bonding can help maintain the sensitive pH balance of the vagina, reducing the risk of yeast infections or bacterial vaginosis1.

3. Sex-Positive Education:

   • Explore how sex-positive education can improve our relationship with sex. Discuss the importance of pleasure, consent, and communication.
   • Collaborate with organizations like Planned Parenthood to provide accurate information and empower readers to prioritize their sexual health.

Remember to cite relevant sources and provide practical tips for incorporating self-care into sexual health practices. Your blog post can contribute to a more informed and empowered audience! 🌟