Sexual Health
Learning opportunity
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Aftercare: is defined as intentional engagement to facilitate respect and care following a sexual interaction. It originated within the BDSM community. After care is an important and often overlooked component of a sexual experience.
Do we have an entire page dedicated to it? Yes, we do! It is that important.
Let's Talk About Aftercare
What are your aftercare needs?
Be sure to tell your partner(s) what you prefer... turns out, folks generally aren't great mind readers.
Ask for what you need!
It is also important to ask your partner(s) what they would like for aftercare.
Everyone is different.
Some Aftercare examples:
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Drink water
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Eye Gazing
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Sleep for rest
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Lotion or chapstick
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Journaling to process
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Take a shower or bath
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Food for nourishment
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Synchronized breathing
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Warm comfortable clothing
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Cuddling, sensual touch, or massage
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Reflect on positive aspects of the experience
