8 Things Guys Wish Women Knew When Dating

As a woman, have you ever spoken to a male friend about a guy you are or perhaps aren’t dating and he’s given you his thoughts only for you to think, “Ohhh, that makes sense”? During my decade of dating, I was lucky enough to have men in my life I could call upon to…

Topping from the Bottom

You might have heard the phrase “topping from the bottom” (thanks, Fifty Shades of Grey…) and wondered what it means. Maybe you’re confused about how “topping” differs from “domming” and whether you can bottom from the top, dom from the bottom or top as a Dom – and then your knickers are really in a…

How to Explore BDSM and Kinky Sex when Pregnant

Type “kink in pregnancy” into a search engine and you’ll mainly find medical articles about a physical kink in the ureter during pregnancy or results (that are mainly porn) about pregnancy fetishes. There are only a handful of articles covering how to explore kinky sex, like BDSM, when pregnant. At first, I was surprised –…

My Girlfriend is Pregnant. Now What?! – Your Guide from an Expectant Dad

So your girlfriend has told you she’s pregnant. Exciting, nerve-wracking time. No doubt you’re subtly Googling what to do when you find out your partner is pregnant and you’re sure to come across a torrent of advice articles. This isn’t a post about how to support your partner through pregnancy; there’s enough of that content…

Have Mindblowing Sex in the Shower with These Positions

Ever fantasised about having sex in the shower? Of course you have, you sexy beast. In fact, according to the sex toy company We Vibe, 20% of Brits regularly fantasise about having sex in the shower. But when it comes to getting wet and wild (and clean and shiny), sometimes the fantasy is better than…

How to Have the Hottest Hotel Sex with Your Lover

There’s something about hotel sex that’s just so damn hot. Getting out of the house, treating yourselves to date night luxury and knowing that the sheets aren’t yours to clean… You might have an idea of how you want the night to go but how do you make it a reality? Here are my top…

30 (More) Lessons for 30

Last week, I turned 31 and earlier this year, I published 30 lessons for 30. A year later, here’s more of what I learnt.

Fed Up With Traditional Dating Apps? Try This

Anyone who’s been on dating apps for more than a hot minute knows that frustration and apathy often accompany them. Once the initial excitement of sexy local singles abates, you’re left with a disappointing array of profiles. Before long, you find yourself sighing at profiles that question whether pineapple belongs on pizza, claim anonymity “for…

Seduced by Rope

As we enter Covent Garden’s Coco de Mer after closing time, it’s clear this is going to be a very sexy evening. Before the class begins, we’re offered a glass of prosecco and the chance to browse the lace, silk, leather and silicone in the room. Towards the rear wall, we spot a group of…

Peeling off Each Other’s Layers

It’s tricky, isn’t it? We’re told to be authentic, to be unapologetically ourselves and to demand others accept us or steer clear. At the same time, we hope for allure from our lovers (even a little mystery, perhaps?) and, in the realm of online dating, someone who bares all holds little appeal. In the absence…