Sex Advice & Sexual Wellness Tips

weekly dispatches by maude® on modern intimacy through the arts, culture, science, and relationships.

intimacy beyond sex.

In relationships, physical closeness often gets the spotlight, but intimacy runs much deeper than what happens in the bedroom.

intimacy beyond sex. Relationships

In relationships, physical closeness often gets the spotlight, but intimacy runs much deeper than what happens in the bedroom.

Reigniting Intimacy After a Breakup.

The psychology of break-up and rebound sex. When a relationship ends, a wave of emotions comes in its wake. There are complicated emotions—maybe a mix of sadness, anger, or even...

Reigniting Intimacy After a Breakup. Relationships

The psychology of break-up and rebound sex. When a relationship ends, a wave of emotions comes in its wake. There are complicated emotions—maybe a mix of sadness, anger, or even...

the sensual benefits of a cold shower.

Cold showers are often associated with discipline or a quick wake-up call. But there's a growing movement that looks at them through a different lens—one that views a cold rinse...

the sensual benefits of a cold shower. Culture

Cold showers are often associated with discipline or a quick wake-up call. But there's a growing movement that looks at them through a different lens—one that views a cold rinse...

maudern movies: summer skin.

A monthly series that curates films for your viewing (and vibing) pleasure. This month, we’re celebrating summer the way maude does best: with skin on display, clothes optional, and the...

maudern movies: summer skin. Culture

A monthly series that curates films for your viewing (and vibing) pleasure. This month, we’re celebrating summer the way maude does best: with skin on display, clothes optional, and the...

the intimacy of sweat.

There’s something about summer that makes us want to be touched. Maybe it’s the heat. Maybe it’s the humidity. Maybe it’s the fact that everything feels easier to shed. Clothes....

the intimacy of sweat.

There’s something about summer that makes us want to be touched. Maybe it’s the heat. Maybe it’s the humidity. Maybe it’s the fact that everything feels easier to shed. Clothes....

Checked In, Turned On.

There’s something about summer that gives everything a pulse. Maybe it’s the freedom of long weekends, the spontaneity of a last-minute trip, or the way the sun lingers late into...

Checked In, Turned On. Culture

There’s something about summer that gives everything a pulse. Maybe it’s the freedom of long weekends, the spontaneity of a last-minute trip, or the way the sun lingers late into...

the housewarming gift, reimagined.

Because the best gifts aren’t clutter—they’re the ones that actually get used (and maybe heat things up a bit).

the housewarming gift, reimagined. Culture

Because the best gifts aren’t clutter—they’re the ones that actually get used (and maybe heat things up a bit).

A case for the summer fling (even if you're in a long-term relationship).

But you don’t need a new situationship to feel that rush. You can bring that same energy into a relationship you’ve been in for years.

A case for the summer fling (even if you're in a long-term relationship). Relationships

But you don’t need a new situationship to feel that rush. You can bring that same energy into a relationship you’ve been in for years.

Sun, Skin, and Sex: How Summer Affects Your Libido.

Summer turns everything up a notch. The days stretch on, clothes get smaller, and suddenly your iced matcha isn’t the only thing giving you a jolt. But is there actually...

Sun, Skin, and Sex: How Summer Affects Your Libido. Sex education

Summer turns everything up a notch. The days stretch on, clothes get smaller, and suddenly your iced matcha isn’t the only thing giving you a jolt. But is there actually...

What Queer Intimacy Invented.

A look at how queer communities redefined connection, care, and closeness for everyone.

What Queer Intimacy Invented. Culture

A look at how queer communities redefined connection, care, and closeness for everyone.

Famous Queer Couples Who Should Be in Textbooks.

We’re taught history as if it’s straight. As if all great love stories followed the same script. But behind some of the most iconic books, artworks, and cultural movements are...

Famous Queer Couples Who Should Be in Textbooks.

We’re taught history as if it’s straight. As if all great love stories followed the same script. But behind some of the most iconic books, artworks, and cultural movements are...