Random facts about sex

Random fact 73

Condoms help to protect against STIs and unwanted pregnancy, so whatever other method of contraception youre using to prevent pregnancy, we recommend using condoms as well to protect your and your partner’s health.

Sex & your bits facts

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The truth about fannies, willies and bonking is unveiled amongst these facts.

Random fact 30

You can lose calories by merely kissing - you lose 26 calories if you kiss for a minute and 260 if you do it for 10 minutes.

Random fact 31

Every year, 11,000 Americans injure themselves while trying out bizarre sexual positions.

Random fact 32

Statistics show that approximately 90% of men and 65% of women masturbate from time to time.

Random fact 33

The average size of an erect penis is 5 inches, and the average flaccid penis measures about 3 inches.

Random fact 34

One report states that 48% of women have faked an orgasm at least once in their life. Interestingly, an identical 48% of men also report faking an orgasm at least once.

Random fact 35

Throughout the world, approximately 25% of people report having had only one sexual partner. Conversely, 21% of people report having more than 10 sexual partners in their lifetime.

Random fact 36

The car is second only to the bedroom as a favourite place to have sex.

Random fact 37

Lipstick was said to have been invented in the Egyptian times for women that specialised in oral sex. They wanted their lips to look more inviting.

Random fact 38

In a recent interview with 10 prominent sex therapists, the question was posed, What is the most important aspect in love making? One said relaxation, Three said honesty, and a whopping Six out of Ten said staying awake

Random fact 39

Most people have sex for the first time when theyre 16 or older, not before. If someone’s boasting about having sex, it’s possible that they’re pretending.

Random fact 40

Although theres a legal age of consent, it’s not necessarily the right age for you to start having sex.

Random fact 41

There are no rules about how long you have to be going out with someone before you do it.

Random fact 42

You can always choose whether you want to have sex, whoever youre with. Just because youve done it before, even with the same person, doesn’t mean that you have to do it again. 

Random fact 43

Working out whether youre ready is one of life’s big decisions. Youre the only one who can, and should, decide.

Random fact 44

It’s better to have an embarrassing talk about sex than an embarrassing sexual encounter before you’re ready.

Random fact 45

Sex isn’t the only aspect of a relationship, and there are other ways of enjoying each other’s company besides having sex.

Random fact 46

Discuss what you want and what you don’t want to do.

Random fact 47

You can do other things that you both like, such as talking, meeting each other’s family and friends, going to gigs or the cinema, doing sport, walking, and listening to music.

Random fact 48

When you decide to have sex, theres the possibility of pregnancy and/or catching a sexually transmitted infection (STI).

Random fact 49

Whoever youre thinking of having sex with, talk about contraception and condoms before you have sex.

Random fact 50

You need to use condoms to reduce the risk of catching an STI, whoever you are having sex with.

Random fact 51

If youre a boy/girl couple, you need to use an additional form of contraception to prevent an unintended pregnancy.

Random fact 52

There are loads of different kinds of contraception, including the implant, injection and the pill. Most kinds of contraception are used by girls, but both of you have a responsibility to consider which you will use. A pregnancy will affect both of you.

Random fact 53

Starting a conversation about the different types of contraception could be a good way to start talking about other issues to do with sex, such as how you feel about it and what you do and don’t want to do.

Random fact 54

Learn to read the signs - If someone suggests that you find a quiet place, or makes lots of physical contact, or suddenly tries to charm and flatter you, they might be thinking about sex, even if you’re not.

Random fact 55

Don’t let someone else decide for you by just going along with it. Make the decision in advance and stay in control of the situation, especially if youve had alcohol, because youll be less inhibited.

Random fact 56

If you’re not sure that you can stay in control, avoid situations that could lead to sex, such as going to someone’s room or somewhere quiet.

Random fact 57

Many people have sex or lose their virginity when they’re drunk. After a few drinks, youre more likely to lose your judgement, and you may do things that you wouldnt do normally.

Random fact 58

People are more likely to have sex without a condom when theyre drunk, and this can lead to an STI or unintended pregnancy.

Random fact 59

Being in a relationship doesn’t mean that you have to have sex.

Random fact 60

It’s hard to stay in control if you’re drunk. You should never feel under any pressure to have sex, whether it’s from your partner or your friends. It’s a big decision and you need to feel ready.

Random fact 61

The law says that its legal for you to consent (agree) to sex from the age of 16.

Random fact 62

If youre under 16, you can get confidential contraceptive and sexual health services, including abortion.

Random fact 63

You can get free condoms from some GPs, community contraceptive or young persons clinics.

Random fact 64

If youre under 13, the situation is different because the law says that you can’t consent to sex at this age.

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