(S)expansive Ed

Consent is the foundation of safe, enjoyable, and empowering sexual experiences. This guide covers everything from "no means no" to affirmative consent, what consent looks and sounds like in practice, and why it's an ongoing...

We get it, the internet is full of conflicting information, your doctor's appointment is 6 minutes long, and somehow "is it normal to need lube?" still feels like a weird thing to ask out loud....

As the Sexologist and Global Brand Manager at Pure App, I spend a lot of time thinking, and talking, about how people connect. How we explore pleasure, express boundaries, and stay safe while doing it....

Let’s talk about lube. Yup, that slippery, silky stuff that makes everything feel smoother, gentler, and just better. But if you have sensitive skin, finding a lube that doesn’t sting, burn, or throw off your...

If you’re mindful about what you eat, what skincare products you use and what ingredients go into your body, why should your condoms be any different?  Not all condoms are created equal—and many mainstream brands...

If you have sensitive skin, finding the right condom can feel like an impossible mission. You want protection but don’t want to deal with itching, burning, or irritation afterward. Unfortunately, many condoms on the market...

STIs (sexually transmitted infections) also sometimes called STDs (sexually transmitted diseases) are incredibly common. Rates have been on the rise in recent years, and have hit an all time high in the US during the...

Jems is a condom and an inclusive sex ed platform built on current research, expert knowledge and, importantly, experiences. Here—and in all our 101-style posts—we hope to answer some common questions and tap into different...

Jems Loves MILFs is a series in which we ask moms of all kinds what gives them life. From art moms to aunties, grandmothers to Godmothers, single moms, queer moms, pet moms, and the mother...

What is PrEP? PrEP is a daily medication that lowers your chances of getting HIV (the virus that causes AIDS) from sex or sharing needles. Taken correctly, PrEP is 99% effective at reducing the likelihood...