Many women rely on the days of the calendar instead of more tried-and-true methods of birth control, such as condoms and oral contraceptives. Some of those that are considered “safe” may be the days when a woman is on her period. But can a woman get pregnant on her period?…
In dating-speak, there may not be a more dreaded word than the f-word – friendship. The term “friend zone” was coined more than 20 years ago on the show Friends, in relation to Ross and Rachel’s budding relationship. Now the term refers to an “almost” couple – two people who…
The heady excitement of meeting a potential new romantic partner can make it easy to elevate your expectations too high when you make that first date. Many people walk into a first date with preconceived notions and walk out severely disappointed that their date didn’t meet their high standards. First…
If you’re like most people, then you like to know what you’re getting into before making a big purchase or commitment. We test drive cars, try on clothes, get dogs before having babies…the list goes on. The same goes for marriage – living together is a good way of learning…
It may seem like all bets are off when you and your partner start going at it in an argument. But out of respect and love for each other, it’s important to follow a few rules of engagement so that you both fight fair. The first and most important rule…
All couples, no matter how new, old or in-between, fight. But no couple fights in the same way. Arguing is not necessarily about getting your way, but many people treat it that way. Here are a few pointers on fighting fair. First, examine your motives for fighting. Do you fight…
After getting dumped, the last thing you might think to do is try to glean something positive out of a breakup. Most people associate negative emotions with a breakup, particularly if they were the one who got the boot. It’s hard not to ruminate about what went wrong, replaying it…
Forget dinner and a movie. Get a breath of fresh air with these outdoor dates. When it comes to planning a romantic evening, afternoon or morning, think outside the box. Indoor activities can become tiresome over time. By expanding your horizons with these great outdoors, you not only will feel…
It’s one of the oldest debates in history – can men and women really just be friends? According to mother of feminism Mary Wollstonecraft, the answer was an emphatic “no!” Wollstonecraft herself believed that platonic friendships were usually a stepping stone for more insidious behavior. And maybe she’s right. Even…
It was a good thing George Washington couldn’t tell a lie – researchers are finding that lying not only harms relationships, but also harms your health. In a 10-week study at the University of Notre Dame, psychologists employed 110 people — 65 percent of whom were college students and 35…