Ah sex, we know it. We love it. And here at Intimina, we love to get down to the nitty-gritty science of it.  Examining what’s going on physiologically when we’re…

Here at Intimina, we’re all about working with our biology to optimize our sex lives.  We are products of nature, and knowing how to work with our natural rhythms can…

Ahh, that sweet morning cup of joe. An afternoon latte. A post-dinner espresso. There’s no denying the satisfaction one gets from a good cup of coffee.  Of course here at…

Have you ever noticed that while the outside of our bodies come in a lot of different sizes, shapes and colours, the pictures we see in textbooks of our insides…

A lot of us are coming up on our one-year anniversary. We’re hopeful for the next few months, but in the meantime, we could use a pick-me-up. And we figured…

Many people have heard about Kegels, but not many people are aware of the muscles they are exercising: the pelvic floor.  The pelvic floor is a muscular bowl inside of…

Whether you’re new to the world of sex toys and tools, or a seasoned veteran, it’s vital for both your own health and the health of your toys to be…

If you’re an Intimina blog reader, then congratulations! You’ve been taking some important steps to become more informed about your body. Not to toot our own horn (though we have…

Most of us get nervous from time to time when in new social situations. A combination of nerves, excitement, and newness can send rushes of adrenaline through our bodies when…

During pregnancy, your body will go through so many changes and transitions that you may not know how to keep up with it! From growing breasts to a growing belly.…

Every day, more than one million STIs are contracted globally.  Contracting an STI can lead to feelings of low self-worth, anxiety around love and relationships, depression, and feelings of sexual…

Butt plugs. The mere mention of them may cause you to clench your cheeks, blush (your other cheeks), or erupt in a burst of giggles. You may also cock your…

Migraine is a complex and debilitating neurological disorder that disproportionally affects women.

You’ve heard about the mind-gut connection. You’re well aware of the influence that your diet plays on your health and overall wellbeing. But what about the gut-vagina connection?  That’s right,…

At the time of writing this, we’ve spent the better part of a year in a pandemic that has impacted every one of us in one way or another –…

Hey all you savvy self pleasure-ers – this one is for you! You may have mastered the art of clitoral stimulation, and are well versed at getting yourself off. When…

***Content Warning: This article discusses sexual violence in the context of medical conditions.  Do you experience consistent vaginal pain and tightness? Is it hard for you to use tampons and…

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, PID, is a term that is often thrown around in reproductive health conversations, however, it’s not always clearly understood.  Affecting an estimated 4.4% of women of reproductive…

Happy Valentine’s Day! While most of us will be foregoing the expensive set menus this year, that doesn’t mean all your February 14th plans have to fly out the window.…

Besides writing about all things reproductive health, I also work hands-on as a doula.  The common definition of a doula is someone who supports a birthing person through the process…