Posts by Aayushi
A Queerlips Guide to Dental Dams
Despite being an effective STI transmission prevention strategy, dental dams remain massively underused due to poor sex education and zero visibility in mainstream media. Time to change that! What Even Is a Dental Dam? Think of it as a protective blanket for wherever you’re planning to employ your tongue technology. A dental dam is a…
Read MoreHow to talk to your partner(s) about STI – A QueerLips Guide
Having a conversation about STI testing can be overwhelming—, stigma, fear, and misinformation often get in the way. But the truth is, it’s one of the most important steps in building trust, practicing safe sex, and caring for each other’s well-being and pleasure!. Talking about STIs is not about fear or shame. It’s about staying…
Read MoreA QueerLips Guide to STI Screening
This article was written in consultation with Dr. Swathi SB It’s STI Awareness Month, which means we’re taking a minute to lovingly remind you that sexual health is self-care. Whether you’re just starting out on your pleasure journey, exploring new connections, or been out here thriving, regular STI screening is a key part of keeping yourself…
Read MoreYou Might Have an STI and Not Know It : QueerLips Drops the Truth
This article was written in consultation with Dr. Swathi SB As we roll through STI Awareness Month, it’s a perfect time to talk about something super important, but maybe not the most comfortable topic: STIs. We know talking about sex and STIs can feel awkward (even with your doctor). And we also know that a lot…
Read MoreA Beginner’s Guide to Packing
Bottom dysphoria, a common experience among transgender and gender-diverse individuals, refers to the distress or discomfort one might be feeling towards one’s genitalia or lower body. One of the ways that has helped trans and gender diverse people relieve this bottom dysphoria is – Packing. The following article gets into the basics of packing, and…
Read MoreYour Path to Justice : Redressal Mechanisms under the HIV and AIDS (Prevention and Control) Act, 2017 EXPLAINED!
Queer-Trans individuals, often marginalized and stigmatized, face a heightened risk of HIV infection due to systemic discrimination and social inequalities. This vulnerability is compounded by the pervasive stigma associated with both HIV and queer identities, which can lead to exclusion, violence, and limited access to healthcare. According to the UNAIDS, 2023 Global AIDS Update, up…
Read MoreEssential fundraising tips to get you started (LGBTQ+ Edition)
The queer-trans* community in India faces a number of challenges and hurdles, overshadowed by discriminatory laws and societal stigma that is still rampant. These challenges make navigating everyday life an uphill battle. From barriers to education and job opportunities, unsupportive families and non-acceptance to limited access to affirming healthcare and housing, the struggles are multifaceted…
Read MoreA Beginner’s Guide to Tucking
Bottom dysphoria, a common experience among transgender and gender-diverse individuals, refers to the distress or discomfort one might be feeling towards one’s genitalia or lower body. One of the ways that has helped trans and gender diverse people relieve this bottom dysphoria is – Tucking. Tucking is a technique used to reduce or conceal the…
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