Dara Mathis
Dara Mathis is a freelance writer whose work focuses on pop culture, feminism, and motherhood. A Florida girl at heart, she lives in Maryland with her family, which includes a yappy mini-Schnauzer.
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Better sex
5 great reasons to go see a sex therapist
Because sexual health involves mental health too
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Better sex
Bone appetit: 10 sexy things to add to your grocery order this week
Your sexy summer grocery list
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Inspiration
5 kick-ass women in history who fought for reproductive rights
You need to know these names
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Condom
Thanks, Birth Control: Why people still say “Yes!” to using condoms
Showing love to the glove
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Relationships
10 ways to respond to rude questions about when you’re having kids
For all those well-meaning but nosy family members
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Periods & vaginal health
What to do when sex hurts
Dyspareunia, or pain during sex, is more common than you might think
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Health care
I experienced racial bias in my postpartum care
It matters how providers talk to women of color about birth control
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Inspiration
The feminist fairy godmother we all need: Getting to know Audre Lorde
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