Length retention—not growth—is the real challenge for Black hair. Learn how scalp health, proper shampooing, low-manipulation styles, and simple routines can help you retain length all summer long.

By: Jay Dee, MPH The vagina naturally has bacteria. But when there's an overgrowth of bacteria, women develop Bacterial Vaginosis (BV).   An imbalance of bacteria in the vagina can occur from:   Douching (please don't) The use of soap (inside....please don't) Hormonal changes Tight clothing The list can continue.....   However, BV can be passed sexually.  Upon further research, The New England Journal suggested that BV should be documented as an STI. This is ground-breaking b

I choose serial dating over being someone’s girlfriend. Dating multiple people intentionally helps me explore connections, set boundaries, and gain clarity—without blind loyalty to a maybe.

By: Jay Dee, MPH Recently my homeboy asked me, "Do you think you attract the same men?"   The conversation began....   I always hear...

If all a man wants is sex, hiring a sex worker can be a smarter, honest choice than pretending to date. Learn why transparency, transactional sex, and ethical casual encounters save time, reduce drama, and get exactly what you want.

By: Jay Dee, MPH No one is coming to save you!   Get up and start moving!  The life you want is a life you have to work hard for...   To...

By: Jay Dee, MPH My man my man my man.... I met a woman recently who came to get tested for HIV. While we talked, she shared that her...

By: Jay Dee, MPH Christian women fall victim to horrible relationships due to their strong desire to have sex!   Before I begin, of...

you don’t want to deal with your partner “tripping.” That’s emotional manipulation and isolation

By: Jay Dee, MPH Check In With Your Breasts—and Each Other Remember when I showed you how to check your breasts? I also want you to really pay attention to any changes. Look out for: Dimpling of the skin Redness or swelling Inverted nipples Rashes on or around the nipple Nipple discharge Encourage your loved ones not only to perform monthly self-breast exams, but also to take the time to look at their breasts. If something feels or looks different— say something . Bring any

By: Jay Dee, MPH Feel on Your Breasts—It Can Save Your Life Each year, 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer, along with 1 in 1,000 men (team, Key Statistics for Breast Cancer , 2024). Black women are at a higher risk of developing Triple-Negative Breast Cancer (TNBC) —and often at a younger age than white women (Saenz, 2022). What is TNBC? Triple-Negative Breast Cancer is a type of breast cancer where the tumor cells do not have estrogen or progesterone recepto

By: Jay Dee, MPH Aging, Hormones, and Sex: What You Need to Know We’re getting older—and so are our eggs. That means menopause may be...

By: Jay Dee, MPH Having sex on the first night is a grown-ass activity. PERREIT. Plenty of women are down for casual sex, but many hold...

By: Jay Dee, MPH Do humiliation turn you on? Think about it, you’re having sex and your partner says, “Roll your fat ass over"  and...

Being ‘dickmatized’ means letting good sex blind you to red flags. Pleasure feels amazing, but it doesn’t fix toxic behavior—learn how to stay grounded.

By: Jay Dee, MPH Consent Doesn’t Expire in Relationships Just because you’re in a relationship doesn’t mean you’re entitled to someone’s...

By: Jay Dee, MPH Zodiac signs were first charted by the Babylonians around 450 BCE. Many people use zodiac signs to determine others...

Experiencing acne, hair thinning, or weight gain? These could be signs of high testosterone in women. Discover causes, symptoms, and effective ways to balance hormones naturally and medically.

By: Jay Dee, MPH I Think I Want a Double Mastectomy No, I’m not being dramatic—hear me out. A double mastectomy , also known as a bilateral mastectomy, is the surgical removal of both breasts, often performed to treat or prevent breast cancer. According to the BreastCancer.org , it’s one of the most effective preventive options for individuals at high risk of developing breast cancer. When I was 14, I found my first lump… in Algebra class. Why I was feeling on my breast in th

By: Jay Dee, MPH Remember those fibroids I told you about a few months ago? Well according to my new OBGYN,  they are collectively the...