In recent weeks, public outrage and confusion have swirled around the Basic Education Laws Amendment (BELA) Bill, with many misconceptions making the rounds, especially when it comes to sensitive topics like pregnancy and abortion. Here at Marie Stopes, we feel it’s essential to provide clarity and support our young women during such critical times. The…
Choosing to have an abortion is a deeply personal decision, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. If you’re considering a telemedicine abortion, we want you to know that you’re not alone. This option allows you to safely and privately manage your abortion from the comfort of your own home, surrounded…
Hey there, beautiful souls! 💕 Are you looking for a safe space to get answers to those burning questions on sex, relationships, mental wellbeing, sexual and reproductive health and rights, you might be too shy to ask anyone else? Well, look no further because Marie Stopes South Africa has partnered with Girl Effect’s Big…
When it comes to sexually transmitted infections (STIs), there may not be any warning signs. If you can’t answer “yes” to the question: are you having safe sex? – then you need to know that more than 1 million sexually transmitted infections are acquired every day worldwide. Much of this is preventable, and you can…
Pubic lice are small parasites that attach to the skin near the genital area. The tiny insects live on coarse human hair in the pubic region and at times on beards but do not appear in the hair on your head. They are also known as crabs as they have two large front arms resembling…
A yeast infection (also known as vaginal candidiasis) is a fungal infection, affecting three out of four women during their life. The good news is that a yeast infection isn’t classified as an STI and can be treated. In this article, we’ll discuss the causes, symptoms, treatment and risk factors associated with the infection. Causes…
STD’s explained There are currently 27 known sexually transmitted infections. They can be either viral or bacterial. Viral STIs cannot be cured, but they can be managed with various medications. Bacterial STIs can be cured by using antibiotics. However, if you practice safe sex, you reduce the risk of contracting an STI dramatically. Let’s take…
You don’t need to be embarrassed about using sex toys. Much like the topic of safe abortion, there is a certain, unwarranted stigma attached to sex toys. There is nothing wrong with enhancing your sexual pleasure.
So you’ve noticed a strange discharge in your underwear and you’re freaking out a bit. Stop, breathe and relax. Vaginal discharge among sexually active women is super common, and it’s nothing to be embarrassed or scared about.
Although it may seem like the lines can blur between consensual sex and rape, the difference is actually very simple. Consensual sex is sex that all parties involved in agree to, both prior to the sexual activity and throughout it. Rape happens when someone involved in the sexual activity does not agree to it, and…