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Are you ready for sex? Where can you get contraception or free condoms? Is your body normal? What should you do if a condom splits? And what about infections? Find answers to these questions, and more, in the articles below.

Ready to go all the way?

Things to consider if you're thinking about having sex. Includes 10 questions that you should ask yourself.

15 things you should know about sex

Includes common myths about pregnancy, STIs, being gay or lesbian, and first-time sex.

Boys' bodies Q&A

Answers to common questions about boys' bodies, including puberty, sex, penis size and unexpected erections.

Girls' bodies Q&A

Answers to questions about girls' bodies, including puberty and sex, vaginal discharge and pregnancy.

It’s OK to say no

How young people can say no to sex, why you shouldn't feel pressured, and getting help after a sexual assault.

Am I pregnant?

Information if you think you're pregnant, including pregnancy tests, signs of pregnancy, and where to get help.

Peer pressure

Sometimes it's good to wait. Find out how to ignore pressure from friends, boyfriends or girlfriends to have sex.

All the fun without risk

Keep your sexual activity safe, with tips on kissing and safer oral sex.

Open your eyes to STIs

By having unprotected sex, you're risking more than just getting pregnant. STIs such as chlamydia are increasing.

Am I gay, lesbian or bisexual?

Information for young people, including dealing with bullying and coming out.

Alcohol and sex

The risks of having sex after drinking, including STIs, pregnancy, with tips for staying safe when you go out drinking.

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Focus on chlamydia

Where to get tests and how to treat the most common STI among young people.

Sexual health

Articles and videos on contraception, STIs, and talking about sex. Includes a section for teens.

Contraception

Find out about the 15 methods of contraception, where to get them and how to decide what's right for you.

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