Please join us On May 8, 2013! SWOP-Chicago is pleased to host a public reception to celebrate the launch of PROS Network-Chicago; an exciting new directory and network of helping professionals, clinics and agencies offering non-judgmental, client-centric resources and support to people in the sex trade. The reception will take place at Cortelyou Commons (DePaul [...]
The lowdown on condom types…
April 18, 2013 By Leave a Comment
We were very happy to be able to help with this piece on Cosmopolitan.com about different types of condoms. At ETB we carry a carefully selected collection of condoms that our customers love. We even have some specialized ones like Vegan condoms and non-latex ones in a larger size (not that easy to always find!). If you ever [...]
Meet Our Affiliates: The Dirty Normal
February 27, 2013 By Leave a Comment
We are thrilled to have added Emily Nagoski’s blog, The Dirty Normal, to our affiliate family! Emily is a college health educator in Massachusetts. In 2006, she completed a Ph.D. in Health Behavior with a concentration in Human Sexuality. She also holds a MS in Counseling Psychology and a BA in Psychology with minors in [...]
ZAP! Electric Play – TENS, Wands & More Workshop!
January 28, 2013 By 2 Comments
First sexy workshop of the spring — Men Below the Belt!
January 28, 2013 By 1 Comment
Men Below the Belt Thursday, February 28th at 8:00pm Pants around the ankles: Check. Dick in hand and/or mouth: Check. Supreme confidence in your supremely awesome dick-handling skillz: Um, raincheck? We know. Cocks can be hard to love sometimes, or even if you love ‘em, you might not know what the fella attached to any given [...]
Meet Our Affiliates: Sexational
December 29, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Sexational is a stellar blog by Caitlin Murphy, a crafter, illustrator, and graphic designer by day, who works at an adult store by night. She shares thorough reviews, as well as her thoughts on relationships, anxiety, gender, and other related topics. We especially love how conscious she is of health and body-friendly materials. Be sure to [...]
Today is World AIDS Day
December 1, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Like every December 1st, today is World AIDS Day. Today is a day to remember those we have lost to HIV/AIDS, improve the lives of those living with HIV/AIDS, and educate ourselves and others about risk reduction and testing. Here we’ve compiled an assortment of our favorite resources, videos, and other World AIDS Day related goodies [...]
Call for Study Participants
November 21, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Here are a couple of sexuality-related studies you may be interested in participating in… The University of Minnesota’s program in Human Sexuality is conducting a study on transgender sexual health to create more inclusive HIV prevention programs. They are looking for transgender individuals who have sex with cis men. Participants will be compensated, and all you [...]
Health Disparities Faced by Trans Communities
November 17, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Massachusetts-based LGBT health organization, Fenway Health, made this great (great as in easy to understand) infographic about health disparities faced by trans communities for Transgender Awareness Week (this week!). It clearly illustrates the very real impact of discrimination and structural oppression on people’s lives. It should also make us think about ways to improve education [...]
Celebrate Anal August!
August 4, 2012 By Leave a Comment
That’s right, somewhere along the line August was declared a month to be dedicated to the celebration of anal pleasure. Check out our beginners guide to butt sex and guide for prostate play to get yourselves going. Below are some of our favorite butt toys for beginners through advanced players… The most essential toy for anal play is [...]
