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Welcome to the Jo Divine Magazine. We have an unrivalled collection of articles on everything from sexual health, toy reviews to kink and sexual exploration.

Boundaries & Consent: ‘is this really what you want?’

Boundaries and Consent: ‘is this really what you want?’

Sean Wright, Nov 10, 2023

In your relationship, do you say "yes" when you mean no? Read how having strong boundaries allows you more confidence in your intimacy and sensuality.

SUTIL Lubricants

SUTIL Lubricants

Staff, Nov 10, 2023

SUTIL is the best water based sexual lubricant you can use, it's longer lasting, feels natural, not intrusive and is made from botanical and organic ingredients that are so beneficial to your intimate health and pleasure

One Last Kiss

One Last Kiss

Elly Jones, Aug 05, 2022

Jo struggles with Mr Divine but cannot let Sophia go, she needs to see her one last time. “I couldn’t let that be our last kiss” I declared when I finally let her go. I’ll make it work. I can make this work”

My First Time Using A Strap-On

My First Time Using A Strap-On

Fido, Feb 21, 2022

Curious about using a strap-on? Then you'll enjoy this first time experience of using a strap -on.

Sexploration

Feeling kinky? This is the place to read about people's real sexual feelings and experiences. Click here to see all Sexploration articles.

Boundaries and Consent: ‘is this really what you want?’

Sean Wright, Nov 10, 2023

In your relationship, do you say "yes" when you mean no? Read how having strong boundaries allows you more confidence in your intimacy and sensuality.

My First Time Using A Strap-On

Fido, Feb 21, 2022

Curious about using a strap-on? Then you'll enjoy this first time experience of using a strap -on.

Finding My Fountain: MS, Sex, Squirts, and Swinging

Rose Riley, Nov 03, 2021

Rose has MS and say Multiple Sclerosis is one of the best things to have happened to her sex life. She has discovered a whole new world of sexual pleasure.

A Tuscan Teasing

Staff, Sep 23, 2021

Presenting the third prize winner in our Jo Divine's Diary competition by Instagram's @lifeofbeth___.

Boundaries and Consent: ‘is this really what you want?’

Sean Wright, Nov 10, 2023

In your relationship, do you say "yes" when you mean no? Read how having strong boundaries allows you more confidence in your intimacy and sensuality.

My First Time Using A Strap-On

Fido, Feb 21, 2022

Curious about using a strap-on? Then you'll enjoy this first time experience of using a strap -on.

Sexual Health 

Don't let health problems stop you from having a great sex life - find out how to combat them here. Click here to see all Sexual Health articles.

Jo Divine Health Brochure

Samantha Evans, Sep 16, 2022

Having a health issue doesn't mean your sex life will have to stop. This is why we work with many healthcare professionals who want to help their patients to enjoy pleasurable sex.

Sexual Health and Pleasure Talks to Healthcare Professionals

Samantha Evans, Aug 23, 2022

We work with many healthcare professionals at Jo Divine because we believe sexual health and pleasure go hand in hand. As a former nurse and sexual health and pleasure expert, Samantha gives talks to HCPs to help them advise their patients about ways to enjoy good sexual health and pleasurable sex.

Sex and Cancer Talks, Podcasts, Videos and Events

Samantha Evans, Aug 23, 2022

We advise many people who have had or have cancer and are going through treatment to help them regain their sexual function and reclaim their sex life. Working with several cancer charities, Samantha gives talks at their events, writes for their websites and also gives talks to healthcare professionals too.

Menopause and Sex talks and events

Samantha Evans, Aug 23, 2022

These are the menopause events and talks about sex and menopause that Samantha has attended and given as a sexual health and pleasure expert

Jo Divine Health Brochure

Samantha Evans, Sep 16, 2022

Having a health issue doesn't mean your sex life will have to stop. This is why we work with many healthcare professionals who want to help their patients to enjoy pleasurable sex.

Sexual Health and Pleasure Talks to Healthcare Professionals

Samantha Evans, Aug 23, 2022

We work with many healthcare professionals at Jo Divine because we believe sexual health and pleasure go hand in hand. As a former nurse and sexual health and pleasure expert, Samantha gives talks to HCPs to help them advise their patients about ways to enjoy good sexual health and pleasurable sex.

Sex Tips 

Get better in the bedroom! Click here to see all Sex Tips articles.

Why Is My Lube Sticky?⁠

Samantha Evans, Oct 09, 2023

Why is my lube sticky? Because it contains glycerin. Ingredients matter when it comes to your intimate health and pleasure

Menopause and Masturbation

Samantha Evans, May 28, 2021

Samantha shares the health benefits of masturbation and why it's so good during menopause. "With all these amazing benefits to your physical and mental wellbeing, why wouldn’t you try masturbation during and post menopause, after all it’s free, you can enjoy it alone or with a partner and most of all it's pleasurable and lots of fun!"

How to make a dating profile that attracts the right lovers

Alice Hunter, May 07, 2021

Alice Hunter shares her expert tips on how to make a dating profile that attracts the right lovers. "As the world prepares to reopen and people start to think about meeting new people, dating and trying new adventures, there has never been a better time to brush up your profile and show the world why you are wonderful".

How To Enjoy A Small Penis

Alice Hunter, Apr 23, 2021

Alice Hunter shares her tips and advice about how to enjoy a small penis. Given the choice most women would prefer an average sized penis yet many men uneccessarily fixate upon the size of their penis. "When your partner tells you they enjoy your penis, just as it is, believe them".

Why Is My Lube Sticky?⁠

Samantha Evans, Oct 09, 2023

Why is my lube sticky? Because it contains glycerin. Ingredients matter when it comes to your intimate health and pleasure

Menopause and Masturbation

Samantha Evans, May 28, 2021

Samantha shares the health benefits of masturbation and why it's so good during menopause. "With all these amazing benefits to your physical and mental wellbeing, why wouldn’t you try masturbation during and post menopause, after all it’s free, you can enjoy it alone or with a partner and most of all it's pleasurable and lots of fun!"

Perspectives 

Sometimes silly, sometimes serious, Perspectives is where our writers run free with their ideas and opinions. Click here to see all Perspectives articles.

Unpicking my Shame Around Masturbation

MJ Sohal, May 14, 2021

MJ shares why she believes she carries shame around masturbation, how she's working to unpick it, as well as why she's bothering at all.

Why Everyone Loves Boobs

Alice Hunter, Apr 01, 2021

Alice Hunter explores the fascination so many people have with breasts, their depiction throughout history, why a third of women are disappointed with their breast size.

Being transgender is not a fad

Staff, Mar 30, 2021

Jo Armstrong shares their experience as a transgender person and the importance of Transgender Day of Visibility.

Group Sex – Is it natural?

Alice Hunter, Feb 26, 2021

Group Sex - Is it natural? Alice Hunter shares how it occurs in nature and has been depicted throughout history in artwork across the world and why, "Ultimately, group sex is a fun, exciting and completely natural way for human beings to enjoy their sexuality"

Unpicking my Shame Around Masturbation

MJ Sohal, May 14, 2021

MJ shares why she believes she carries shame around masturbation, how she's working to unpick it, as well as why she's bothering at all.

Why Everyone Loves Boobs

Alice Hunter, Apr 01, 2021

Alice Hunter explores the fascination so many people have with breasts, their depiction throughout history, why a third of women are disappointed with their breast size.

Sex Toy Tips 

Get the most out of your toys! Click here to see all Sex Toy Tips articles.

How to use the LELO SONA 2

Samantha Evans, Aug 10, 2020

The SONA 2 is an incredibly unique clitoral stimulator that is completely different to classic vibrating products. To ensure you make the most of your SONA, we've compiled a quick guide on how to use the SONA 2.

Why Doesn't My Sex Toy Work?

Samantha Evans, Aug 14, 2018

Our toubleshooting guide to why your sex toy may not be working

Sex Aids

Samantha Evans, Nov 28, 2017

Sex aids, sex toys or pleasure devices, whatever you wish to call them can all enhance your sexual intimacy and pleasure and even help you overcome sexual health issues too.

Rabbit Vibrators

Megan Barnett, Nov 17, 2017

Rabbit vibrators are incredible dual stimulators that offer sumptuous sensations to be enjoyed time and time again, for both solo and sex play fun.

How to use the LELO SONA 2

Samantha Evans, Aug 10, 2020

The SONA 2 is an incredibly unique clitoral stimulator that is completely different to classic vibrating products. To ensure you make the most of your SONA, we've compiled a quick guide on how to use the SONA 2.

Why Doesn't My Sex Toy Work?

Samantha Evans, Aug 14, 2018

Our toubleshooting guide to why your sex toy may not be working

Buyer's Guides

New to sex toys? Need some guidance? Let us help you to that perfect purchase. Click here to see all Buyer's Guide articles.

SUTIL Lubricants

Staff, Nov 10, 2023

SUTIL is the best water based sexual lubricant you can use, it's longer lasting, feels natural, not intrusive and is made from botanical and organic ingredients that are so beneficial to your intimate health and pleasure

SUTIL LUXE lubricant review

Samantha Evans, Oct 02, 2020

Introducing SUTIL Luxe, a water based sexual lubricant that feels like a silicone lubricant without the silicone. Containing only skin safe Eco-Cert ingredients Samantha says "The only way I can describe this pleasurable sensation was that it felt cushioned, if that makes sense, as if his penis was gliding against my vagina".

Screaming O Rub It Vibrator Review

Samantha Evans, Oct 11, 2019

Samantha reviews the Screaming O Rub-It Vibrator, a rechargeable silicone vibe that offers precision sexual stimulation and an all over body massage.

Screaming O My Secret Charged Panty Vibe

Samantha Evans, Apr 05, 2019

Samantha reviews the Screaming O My Secret Panty Vibe.

SUTIL Lubricants

Staff, Nov 10, 2023

SUTIL is the best water based sexual lubricant you can use, it's longer lasting, feels natural, not intrusive and is made from botanical and organic ingredients that are so beneficial to your intimate health and pleasure

SUTIL LUXE lubricant review

Samantha Evans, Oct 02, 2020

Introducing SUTIL Luxe, a water based sexual lubricant that feels like a silicone lubricant without the silicone. Containing only skin safe Eco-Cert ingredients Samantha says "The only way I can describe this pleasurable sensation was that it felt cushioned, if that makes sense, as if his penis was gliding against my vagina".

Fact Or Fiction

There are a lot of historical myths and beliefs around sex: some of them have even survived in modern day culture. We think it's time to start busting them! Click here to see all Fact or Fiction articles.

Ditching the Myth of the "Wegasm"

Samantha Evans, Feb 02, 2021

Around 30 per cent of women orgasm through penetrative sex so why do some filmmakers and TV programme makers still depict couples having a “wegasm” where they both appear to orgasm at the same time? Let's ditch the Wegasm and enjoy better sex.

Kissing the old year goodbye

Samantha Evans, Dec 30, 2020

Find out the traditions behind New Years - the final celebration of a couple of weeks of over-indulging on sumptuous food and drinking excessive amounts of alcohol, allowing us to put on our party clothes, reflect on the past year and wonder what the new year has to offer.

6 Benefits Of Winter Sex

Samantha Evans, Dec 14, 2020

Did you know that having sex during the winter gives you a health boost? Here are 6 reasons for having more sex this winter!

Is winter a better time to make babies?

Samantha Evans, Dec 14, 2020

Many of us believe that spring is the mating season, but a study conducted in the Journal of Human Sexuality (2013) found that surprisingly, heterosexual men are more attracted to women in the winter months.

Ditching the Myth of the "Wegasm"

Samantha Evans, Feb 02, 2021

Around 30 per cent of women orgasm through penetrative sex so why do some filmmakers and TV programme makers still depict couples having a “wegasm” where they both appear to orgasm at the same time? Let's ditch the Wegasm and enjoy better sex.

Kissing the old year goodbye

Samantha Evans, Dec 30, 2020

Find out the traditions behind New Years - the final celebration of a couple of weeks of over-indulging on sumptuous food and drinking excessive amounts of alcohol, allowing us to put on our party clothes, reflect on the past year and wonder what the new year has to offer.

Jo Divine's Secret Diary

Who is Jo Divine? Uncover the steamy secrets of her sex life, experiences with new toys and more in her personal diary. Click here to read Jo Divine's Diary.

One Last Kiss

Elly Jones, Aug 05, 2022

Jo struggles with Mr Divine but cannot let Sophia go, she needs to see her one last time. “I couldn’t let that be our last kiss” I declared when I finally let her go. I’ll make it work. I can make this work”

The Morning After

Elly Jones, Jul 01, 2022

Jo faces the consequences of her night of passion.

Dinner For Two - Part 2

Elly Jones, Apr 21, 2022

All Jo's concerns about not knowing what to do disappeared as soon as she touched Sophia. .

Dinner For Two – Part 1

Elly Jones, Feb 04, 2022

Jo is initially nervous about her dinner date with Sophie, but she need not worry, she seems to have had plenty of fun.

One Last Kiss

Elly Jones, Aug 05, 2022

Jo struggles with Mr Divine but cannot let Sophia go, she needs to see her one last time. “I couldn’t let that be our last kiss” I declared when I finally let her go. I’ll make it work. I can make this work”

The Morning After

Elly Jones, Jul 01, 2022

Jo faces the consequences of her night of passion.

Bathmate Hydromax Long Term Review

Bathmate Hydromax are a superior brand of penis pumps. Our intrepid reviewer lets you know the highs and lows of using a Bathmate Hydromax. Click here to read the Bathmate Blog.

Week 13 - Incredible Gains - Bathmate Penis Pump Long Term Review

Staff, Sep 29, 2014

Our reviewer has been making some huge gains with the Xtreme pump.

Week 12 - Xtremely Impressed - Bathmate Penis Pump Long Term Review

Staff, Sep 22, 2014

Our reviewer loves the Hydromax Xtreme.

Week 11 - Things Get Xtreme - Bathmate Penis Pump Long Term Review

Staff, Sep 15, 2014

Our reviewer gets his hands on the Hydromax Xtreme. See how he does!

Week 13 - Incredible Gains - Bathmate Penis Pump Long Term Review

Staff, Sep 29, 2014

Our reviewer has been making some huge gains with the Xtreme pump.

Week 12 - Xtremely Impressed - Bathmate Penis Pump Long Term Review

Staff, Sep 22, 2014

Our reviewer loves the Hydromax Xtreme.

Our Authors

We have some top writers producing content for Jo Divine. Click here to see all our authors.

Samantha Evans

Staff, Oct 29, 2023

About our sexual health writer and Director of Jo Divine, Samantha Evans

Alice Hunter

Staff, Oct 28, 2023

About Alice Hunter

MJ Sohal

Staff, Oct 28, 2023

About MJ Sohal

Elly Jones

Staff, Oct 27, 2023

About Elly Jones