You’re spoilt for choice when it comes to contraception methods; the pill, the implant, IUDs, condoms. Each offers the promise of protection, albeit with side effects and varying degrees of success. But what if you never want to be pregnant, again or at all? 

Considered the ‘gold standard’ for its ease-of-use and unrivalled effectiveness, female sterilisation has become the most common form of contraception worldwide. In 2024, Statista found sterilisation to be the contraceptive method of choice for 25% of women worldwide, compared to 16% using the pill, which has been mirrored by regional research including that of the CDC in the US and the International Institute for Population Sciences found cases of voluntary sterilisation in India to be even higher at 37%. 

With LGBTQ+ rights emerging in recent headlines, Alex Berry takes a look at the history of queer legislation in the UK, and how laws have impacted social attitudes

When it comes to Valentine’s Day, an oversaturation of heart-shaped gifts, flowers, sex toys, and chocolates abound. It’s become a commercialised holiday, after all, but that doesn’t mean your loved one(s) shouldn’t expect to be presented with a gift or experience that perfectly sums up your love for them. 

Designed with functionality in mind, carabiners celebrated in the fashion world and worn by many queer women as a way to identify themselves to potential partners, or to build community. Versatile, available at different price points, and canonically queer, carabiners are ideal gifts. Daniella Parete Clarke shares a round-up of Sextras’ top 12 favourite carabiners for queer-friendly Valentine’s Day gifting

Here are six reads that will help you improve your connections, grow as an individual, and learn to be perfectly happy on your own.

Looking for the perfect lesbian Christmas movies to watch? From romantic classics like Carol to new festive favourites, explore our ultimate Sextras guide to the best LGBTQ+ holiday films and where to stream them this season

Lucy Sarret explains how babygirlification meets class warfare in the recent shooting of the UnitedHealthcare CEO.

Sextras explores why fictosexuality – the attraction to fictional characters – is more than just a trend. Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse speaks to psychologists about the psychology behind idealised love in fiction and its impact on modern relationships and dating.

Cozy up to these fall hotties compiled by our very own Kiran Duggal.

In the wake of Liam Payne’s death, we explore the deep-rooted culture of misogyny of fangirls despite their huge influence on pop culture.

What the editorial team at Sextras is reading, watching and recommending this month: lesbian bars, Chappell Roan concerts, new horror releases and Gillian Anderson's sex stories

As the UK and US general elections fast approach, how are politics impacting Gen Z’s relationships with friends, at work, or at home? Is there room for disagreement, or are the snowflake generation steering clear of becoming romantically involved with anyone with views different to their own?