Google has revealed the top sex questions people asked this year - and it's made me slightly concerned for everyone who lived before the internet.
Honestly, what the hell did people do before its creation?
You're telling me they nipped over to the local library and scanned the shelves to find out the answers to their explicit questions?
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I don't think so.
But of course, with the creation of the internet also comes data that can be stored and analysed, allowing Google to come up with the very list we're reporting on today.
It might be embarrassing to think about how Google probably knows exactly whether you're among the people asking these questions, but at least you'll know you're not alone.
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So, let's get on with it shall we?
10 - How do fish have sex?
I bet that's not where you thought we'd be starting, is it? But it's a valid enough question, even if it's never crossed your mind before.
If you're curious now, I can tell you that fish apparently aren't so bothered about having sex as they are with reproducing.
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Spawning fish get themselves into what's known as a 'nuptial embrace', where the male wraps his body around the female and releases milt into the water, while the female releases eggs which are then immediately fertilized.
9 - Why do I have no sex drive female
There are a number of things that can lower your sex drive as a woman, including relationship problems, stress, anxiety or depression, sexual problems, pregnancy, medicines and hormonal contraception.
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If you're worried about low sex drive, you can get in touch with your GP for advice.
8 - What is anal sex?
Loads of you might be clued up on exactly what anal sex is, but clearly there are a lot of people still out there wondering.
To put it simply, anal sex involves penetration of the anus, rather than the vagina.
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7 - How long after a miscarriage can you have sex?
As well as dealing with the emotional effects of miscarriage, there are also a number of physical effects which can impact sex.
People may bleed for a period of time following a miscarriage, during which time
the cervix is dilated wider than normal, making it more prone to infection.
To help ensure you can carry out healthy sex, doctors recommend waiting at least two weeks after miscarriage before inserting anything into the vagina.
6 - How many calories do you burn during sex?
Is it possible to really get a good workout from pleasure?
Research indicates that you can at least equate some fun in the bedroom to light exercise - with one study conducted by the University of Quebec at Montreal revealing that men burned an average of 101 calories in 24 minutes, while women burned 69 calories.
No, I'm not making that number up.
5 - How many dates should you go on before having sex?
Ah, the age-old question. What is the perfect number? Some live by the three-date rule, while others want to wait until they hit four or five.
Ultimately, it comes down to your own preferences; when you're ready, whether you actually still like the person after a few dates, and whether you actually want to have sex with them.
4 - Why do I bleed after having sex?
The NHS states there are a number of reasons women may bleed after having sex, including an infection, vaginal dryness or damage to the vagina.
In rare instances, bleeding after sex can be a sign of cervical or vaginal cancer.
If you're concerned, contact your GP for advice.
3 - What is sex positivity?
There are varying definitions of sex positivity, but generally it's about openness and appreciation of sex, including sexual orientations, interests, identities and expressions.
Embrace and enjoy it!
2 - Can you have sex when pregnant?
There have been a few jokes made on TV and in films about whether the baby could be impacted by the sudden appearance of an unexpected guest in the vagina, but I can assure you that, unless you've been specifically advised by a doctor or midwife to avoid sex, the baby will be fine.
A penis or toy wouldn't penetrate beyond the vagina, meaning having sex is perfectly safe.
1 - What is speed bump sex position?
Here we are, at the most Googled sex question of 2023. I'm surprised positions didn't come up sooner, but everyone's clearly spent this year focused on one in particular.
So, what is the speed bump?
Popularized by Love Island star Tom Clare after he mentioned it on the show, the speed bump involves one person putting a pillow under their hips before lying face down.
The pillow forms the so-called 'speed bump', though I'm not sure how effective it is at getting people to slow down.
So there you have it, you've managed to learn the answers to the year's top sex questions without becoming a Google statistic.
You're welcome.
Topics: Sex and Relationships, Technology, Google, Viral
Emily Brown