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Here’s What It Means If You Can't Bring Yourself To Delete Photos Of Your Ex

Coming to terms with a breakup can be an ongoing and painful process. Unfortunately, in order to fully detach from an ex, letting go of the relationship has to happen sooner or later. For some folks, part of that detachment process includes deleting…

If You Notice These 6 Things, Your Partner Is Getting Bored With Your Relationship

ByRachel Shatto

Being in a long-term relationship is amazing in a lot of ways. You know your partner truly cares about you and always has your back, plus, it means you've always got someone to hang out with. But even if bae is also your BFF, being in a long-term,…

This Advice From Moms About Loving Yourself Will Bring You To Tears

ByGriffin Wynne

I have a button from the '70s that reads: "Every mother is a working mother" that I wear every single day on my coat. While I don't know from personal experience, the world has shown me that being a mom is tough stuff. In order to raise a child and…

Subtle Ways To Show Your Partner You Love Them Without Grand Gestures

ByChristy Piña

It's normal to love your partner so much that you want to shower them with love and presents and luxurious things all the time, but you don't need a Grand Romantic Gesture to tell bae you love them. In fact, there are tons of subtle ways to show…

Here's The Breakup Album You Need, Based On Your Zodiac Sign

ByHannah Schneider

Breakups can really suck, and sometimes, healing from one seems to take forever. Even if you feel like the pain of your breakup is insurmountable right now, you're going to get through it eventually. People say that time heals all wounds, but when…

19 Unexpectedly Sweet Ways To Show Your Partner You Love Them

ByChristy Piña

When you love someone with all your heart, it's normal to want to scream it from the rooftops and ensure your partner knows it in every way, too. But as amazing as saying "I love you" can be, these unexpectedly sweet ways to show your partner you…

Maluma & Natalia Barulich's Body Language On Instagram Is Full Of Super Hot Chemistry

ByChristy Piña

In case you hadn't heard, there's a hot, hot, hot couple in the Latinx-o-sphere that's guaranteed to make you drool. Singer Maluma and DJ/model Natalia Barulich spent 2018 making their relationship more public than ever, and their chemistry is off…

5 Instagram Captions For Your Valentine's Day Engagement That Are Bound To Bring On The Likes

ByRebecca Strong

Announcing your engagement on Instagram is kind of a big deal. Announcing it on Valentine’s Day takes it to another level. On Feb. 14, countless couples will be declaring their love in different ways, so obviously you’ll want to differentiate your…

Say Yes To This Wedding Dress, Based On Your Zodiac Sign

ByRachel Shatto

When you're planning a wedding, there are tons of decisions to make: the venue, the flowers, the guest list, the cake, and, of course, the dress. Listen, I am not the most traditionally romantic person in the world and even I know choosing wedding…

5 Valentine's Day Proposal Stories That Are Straight Out Of Hollywood

ByRebecca Strong

When it comes to choosing the perfect day to propose, many choose Valentine’s Day. And why shouldn’t they? It just so happens to be a day all about expressing and celebrating love. So, it goes without saying that Valentine's Day proposal stories…

11 Valentine's Day 2019 Gifts For Men & Women Under $20, Because Love Don't Cost A Thing

ByCaroline Colvin

When glam-pop poet, American choreography treasure, and supreme Leo from the block Jennifer Lynn Lopez proclaimed, "Even if you were broke, my love don't cost a thing," I really felt that. Valentine's Day is often seen as the holiday where you have…

Julianne Hough Revealed The Unexpected Way Endometriosis Affects Her Sex Life

ByCandice Jalili

Celebrity life may seem sweet, but the truth is that even famous people are human beings who have to deal with health issues. Everyone's favorite Dancing with the Stars judge recently opened up to Women's Health about her endometriosis, and her…

4 Things To Remember If It's Your First Valentine’s Day After A Breakup & You Haven't Fully Healed

ByRebecca Strong

Admit it: Ever since the distraction of the holidays ended, Feb. 14 has felt like a menacing, looming in the distance, like a cruel reminder of the relationship you’re no longer in (RIP). The truth is, it doesn’t matter if you broke up five weeks…

14 Women Share What They've Learned About Men From Having Sex With Them

ByCandice Jalili

Before I actually had sex with a guy for the first time, I spent a lot of time wondering what it would be like. Honestly, even now that I have had sex, I spend a lot of time wondering what sex is like for other women. In other words, the question:…

When Your Partner Stops Being Romantic, Experts Suggest You Try This

ByRachel Shatto

It's no secret that eventually, relationships (even healthy, happy ones) tend to cool down in the romance department. And yet, when your partner stops being romantic, it can still catch you off guard and feel like a bit of a blow. Just know you're…

Here’s Why Experts Say You Should Delete Your Ex’s Number After A Breakup

ByRachel Shatto

Deleting your ex's number from your phone can be really hard to do. There's just something that feels so final about it. It's sort of like once you hit delete, you’re basically admitting that it's over for good. Needless to say, taking that step can…

9 Women Reveal Why They Didn't Wear White To Their Wedding, Because The Bride Is The Boss

ByGriffin Wynne

It's common courtesy to skip the white if you're attending someone's wedding. Of course, this tradition seems contingent on the bride herself choosing to wear eggshell, whipped cream, vanilla, or any other baking-themed shade on her special day.…

Chris Pratt Reportedly Asked Katherine's Parents For Permission To Propose

ByCandice Jalili

It's 2019, and asking your girlfriend's parents for permission before popping the question is by no means necessary anymore. That being said, some women (myself included) would still love for their partners to honor the tradition of asking their…

15 Flirty Texts To Send Your Crush On Valentine's Day 2019 To Shoot Your Shot

ByCaroline Colvin

If you're single with a taste for romance, you've probably dreamed up the perfect Valentine's Day 2019 — complete with a smashing red outfit, delicious food, the perfect soundtrack, and the sex position you'd like your Valentine's Day evening to end…

A Sexpert Answers Everything You Were Ever Afraid To Ask About Using Lube In Bed

ByHannah Schneider

When it comes to fundamental physics, friction is great for things like stopping at red lights or avoiding slipping down the stairs, but not so great for your sex life. The good news is that you don't have to put up with friction during penetration…

Here’s How Experts Say You’ll Know If Your Relationship Is Struggling, So Take Notes

Relationships can really help you grow and learn — about both yourself and your partner. Being in a partnership with someone means that you'll probably have to learn to compromise, you'll disagree on things, and you'll deal with hard times together.…

A Linguistic Expert Breaks Down Miley Cyrus’ B-Day Letter To Liam Hemsworth, So Grab A Tissue

When a couple has been together for a long time, people tend to presume that their spark has faded, or will, at some point. But that isn't always the case, and a certain celebrity couple seems intent on proving that their love has no expiration…

5 Instagram Captions For Your First Valentine’s Day Together That Will Attract More Heart Emojis Than Eye-Rolls

ByRebecca Strong

Your first Valentine’s Day as a couple is pretty momentous: It sets the tone for how you and your boo will express your appreciation of each other, whether romance means writing a heartfelt card, indulging in a five-course meal, or surprising them…

If Your Partner Starts Acting Distant, Experts Say This Is How You Should Talk About It

If you've ever been in any sort of relationship, you've probably felt it ebb and flow in different ways as time went on. One such way a relationship might change is when you feel your partner becoming somewhat distant. Sometimes relationships…

Experts Say You Should Wait This Long To Delete Your Ex’s Number, So Take A Breather

After a breakup, adjusting to life without your ex isn't always easy. Depending on the reason for your breakup and how things ended, you may be pondering whether or not deleting your ex's number is the best course of action. If you've already…