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Sexual Pleasure: A Right That Begins with Knowing Yourself

Thinking about sexual pleasure can sometimes feel uncomfortable, even anxiety-inducing — especially when talking about it is still seen as taboo. But connecting with your own pleasure is part of your sexual health. In this article, we share a few ways to build a better relationship with your body and enjoy your sexuality with freedom and confidence.

Sexual health

Vanessa Blanco

21 hours ago2 min read

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How to Recognize a Toxic Relationship and When to Set Boundaries

Love is often portrayed as a storm of passion — something that must be endured no matter how hard it gets. But when love hurts more than it heals, it’s time to pause and listen to yourself.Recognizing a toxic relationship isn’t giving up on love — it’s an act of self-care and the first step to reclaim your emotional wellbeing. 💬 How do you know if you’re in a toxic relationship? If you often feel anxious, afraid, or controlled, you may be in a toxic dynamic. Learning to rec

Nayemí Rangel Torres

Oct 173 min read

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Emergency Contraception: Everything You Need to Know

At Aya Contigo, we believe knowledge is power. When it comes to sexual and reproductive health, knowledge means autonomy, freedom, and...

Contraception

Nayemí Rangel Torres

Sep 293 min read

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How to Know If You’re Pregnant: Interpreting a Pregnancy Test with Confidence

Wondering if you’re pregnant? Learn when to take a pregnancy test, how to read the results, and what to do next. Accurate, reliable, and science-based info.

Sexual health

Nohelia Urbina

Sep 192 min read

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Free Bleeding and Period Poverty: Sustainable Alternatives for Conscious Menstruation

Discover what free bleeding is, how to practice it safely, and how it relates to period poverty and the fight for menstrual rights....

Sexual health

Fabiana Chumaceiro

Aug 263 min read

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5 questions about the Aya Contigo App answered

Here at Aya Contigo, we truly believe in empowering you with clear and reliable information and support for any sexual and reproductive...

Reproductive rights

Aya

Aug 62 min read

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Being there: A guide to supporting someone through their abortion

Being a companion to someone having an abortion is an act of profound love and solidarity.

Abortion

Aya

Jul 294 min read

Queer women who revolutionized science and medicine

We've been fed a steady diet of male, cisgender, and frequently straight "geniuses". But what about the brilliant minds who defied societal norms, who loved differently, and whose contributions were no less groundbreaking, yet often relegated to the footnotes of history, or worse, erased?

Real stories

Aya

Jun 173 min read

Period and spotting: what is the difference and when should you worry?

Period and spotting are not the same and you need to know the difference to make sure you can catch early signs of infections, hormonal issues and even pregnancy.

Sexual health

Gabriela Calderar

Jun 64 min read

What does a healthy relationship look like? Hint: It's more than just cute selfies

By understanding what a healthy relationship looks like, especially through the lens of your rights and autonomy, you are empowered to build connections that are not only fulfilling but also truly supportive of who you are.

Sexual health

Aya

Jun 24 min read

What is virginity and why is it a harmful myth

Virginity tests are a practice widely denounced by the WHO and UN as a human rights violation, and are still performed in various countries, primarily in Asia, the Middle East, and parts of Africa, including Afghanistan, Egypt, India, Indonesia, Iran, and South Africa.

Real stories

Gabriela Calderar

May 263 min read

What to do if you get pregnant with IUD

One in 100 people who use an IUD becomes pregnant per year. If this happens to you, here are your options.

Contraception

Gabriela Calderar

May 193 min read

Lesbian women also have abortions and need contraceptives

Lack of information increases the risk of sexually transmitted infections, unwanted pregnancy and increases the disparity in access to health services.

Reproductive rights

Gabriela Calderar

Apr 292 min read