Sexual & Reproductive Health

We are on the brink of seismic change in every one of these four areas, from artificial wombs, to lab-grown meat; from sex robots programmable to have polite conversations with your wife, to a new frontier in assisted dying. Who are the people dictating and shaping the change taking place and what is motivating them to do it? Can we safely assume that these entrepreneurs are in it for the thrill of human advancement, or might there be more sinister motivations at hand?

Love - in both the abstract and the up-close-and-personal - has always provided limitless inspiration for artists, writers, and musicians, but scientists are just as fascinated by these affairs of the heart, though they seldom sing about it. In Love, Sex, and Science, our editors take a step back, analyzing romance using tools like fMRI studies instead of a paint brush or guitar. The writers examine a variety of topics, starting with the perceived sex differences between men and women discussed in Section 1 - are we really as different as Mars and Venus?

Pregnancy is not just a trek from one medical appointment to another but a journey of the heart. Here at last is a guidebook through its sacred terrain. For each week, Orthodox doula Laura Jansson provides a new reflection on a theme specific to the ground covered at that stage. From one milestone to the next, she helps us unearth the spiritual treasures buried within the physical experiences of childbearing. These are gifts of love from a merciful God who reaches out to us, making a perilous expedition into a path of salvation.

Crafted by years of clinical practice, Rekindling Desire first shows couples how to root out the poisons that inhibit sexual desire: shame, guilt, anger, passivity, as well as medical side effects and physical dysfunctions. With sensitivity and tact, the McCarthys then lay out concrete techniques and effective strategies that help couples increase sexual awareness, confront inhibitions, revitalize desire, and integrate intimacy and eroticism. 

Now updated with groundbreaking research, this award-winning classic examines the construction of sexual identity in biology, society, and history. 

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that affects millions of women between the ages of 20 and 45. If left untreated and unmonitored, there are many possible consequences caused by the symptoms of this syndrome: acne, weight gain, hair loss, and infertility, but also the development of diabetes, endometrial cancer, sleep apnea and cardiovascular irregularities.

Pregnancy, especially the first one can be scary, but it doesn’t have to be. It’s been proven that the more informed you are, the more safe and secure you will feel about the situation. And whether you’re already pregnant or trying to get pregnant, this audiobook will show you everything that you need to know about pregnancy and the effects it will have on your mind and body.   

When we talk about pregnancy, we too often end up talking clinically and sentimentally. Pregnancy is medical details and a whirl of emotions. It is vitamins and baby showers and feelings. But it is so much more. In Showing, Agnes Howard takes us beyond clinical reductionism and fluffy sentimentality to show us how to take pregnancy seriously as hard but important work. It is not just a bodily process, she argues, but an active work of care - one that underscores the generosity and mutual dependence we all require in order to live.

When Luce Brett became incontinent at the age of 30, after the birth of her first son, she felt her life had ended. She also felt scared, upset, embarrassed, dirty and shocked. How the hell had she ended up there, the youngest woman in the waiting room at the incontinence clinic? PMSL is her story. A heartfelt, moving and deeply personal account of the decade that followed, told with incredible honesty and wit. 

From the beginning of human existence and hundreds of years forward, people have been able to successfully care for their babies without the help of countless parenting books or quick searches on Google. What has changed since then that has made us chronic worriers, unable to trust our innate abilities? Society. We feel the pressure of our fast-paced world closing in on us, wanting to deliver the high expectations we set for ourselves as a result. 

The Sleeping Baby Solution is a comprehensive guide that takes you through a journey from the birth of your baby to the time that your child turns around six months old. What a lot of first-time parents fail to understand is that the real hard work lies within this period. Whatever goes on after that is merely a fraction of the struggle parents face here. However, this struggle is not a necessary one. You can be confident by staying one step ahead of the game, knowing exactly what needs to be done next.

How much does appearance matter in the formation of romantic relationships? Do nice guys always finish last? Does playing hard-to-get ever work? What really makes for a good chat-up line? When it comes to relationships, there's no shortage of advice from self-help 'experts', pick-up artists and glossy magazines. But modern-day myths of attraction often have no basis in fact or - worse - are rooted in little more than misogyny. 

Am I going to be a good mom? Is my child going to be healthy? I don’t feel any kicks after going to the gym. Did I hurt my baby?It doesn’t matter where you are or what you do, your thoughts constantly turn around this little wonder inside your bump. As beautiful as pregnancy can be, it’s also a scary transition period in life, where big mental and physical changes start to happen. Unfortunately, many women don’t dare to talk about the stress they are experiencing.

Are people born gay? Is it an inborn trait, acquired condition, or both? Scientists are still investigating why some people are gay while others are straight. The controversy continues. In Being Gay, Richard Cohen discusses the science of sexuality and why some may develop homosexual feelings, while others do not. Cohen affirms the individual’s right of self-determination - to embrace their homosexuality and live a gay life, or explore a different path for change. It is a human rights issue - free to love and be loved by whomever we choose.

Dr. Judy Mikovits is a modern-day Rosalind Franklin, a brilliant researcher shaking up the old boys' club of science with her groundbreaking discoveries. And like many women who have trespassed into the world of men, she uncovered decades-old secrets that many would prefer to stay buried.

In Art of Seduction, Greene returns with a new instruction audiobook on the most subtle, elusive, and effective form of power because seduction isn't really about sex....

In 1997, David Deida released what would become one of the most widely read books on men’s spirituality ever published - The Way of the Superior Man. Deida presents a new preface to the now-classic text on how to live a life of masculine freedom, integrity, and authenticity....

An essential exploration of why and how women's sexuality works - based on groundbreaking research and brain science - that will radically transform your sex life ....

Esther Perel takes on tough questions, grappling with the obstacles and anxieties that arise when our quest for secure love conflicts with our pursuit of passion....

This cover-to-cover new edition is filled with must-have information, advice, insight, and tips for a new generation of moms and dads. With What to Expect’s trademark warmth, empathy, and humor, it answers every conceivable question expecting parents could have....

Dr. Judy Mikovits is a modern-day Rosalind Franklin, a brilliant researcher shaking up the old boys' club of science with her groundbreaking discoveries. And like many women who have trespassed into the world of men, she uncovered decades-old secrets....

In Atomic Attraction Christopher Canwell takes us on a journey through the dark waters of attraction. This book answers your questions by combining the latest scientific research with real-life case studies to show you, the listener, how to ignite the fires of attraction....

Based on years of immersive reporting and told with astonishing frankness and immediacy, Three Women is both a feat of journalism and a triumph of storytelling, brimming with nuance and empathy....

Whether you are trying to conceive naturally or through IVF, the quality of your eggs will have a powerful impact on how long it takes you to get pregnant and whether you face an increased risk of miscarriage....

From the author of Expecting Better, an economist's guide to the early years of parenting....

Drawing upon her 40plus years of experience, Ina May Gaskin, the nation's leading midwife, shows the benefits and joys of physiological childbirth by showing women how to trust the ancient wisdom of their bodies for a healthy and fulfilling birthing experience....

When high speed Internet became widely available a few years ago, growing numbers of people began to worry that their porn use was running out of control....

The book explains the hallmarks of manhood that most women find attractive and helps men hone those skills to be the men women desire....

An award-winning social scientist uses the tools of economics to debunk myths about pregnancy and to empower women to make better decisions while they’re expecting....

The first audiobook of its kind to target the birth control pill and the scientifically proven symptoms associated with taking it, Beyond the Pill is an actionable plan for taking control....

In Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man, Steve Harvey gave millions of women around the globe insight into what men really think about love, intimacy, and commitment....

From Dr. Patricia Love and Dr. Steven Stosny, How to Improve Your Marriage Without Talking About It reveals the stunning truth about marital happiness: Love is not about better communication....

It is not necessary for childbirth to be a terribly painful experience. In this audiobook, HypnoBirthing founder Marie Mongan shows women how the Mongan Method works and how parents can take control of the greatest and most important event of their lives....

In The Queen V, the beloved OB-GYN, celebrity doctor, and star of Bravo's Married to Medicine reveals the 12 principles behind a happy and healthy vagina…and other lady parts....

Dan Buettner has traveled the world to meet the planet’s longest-lived people, and learned nine powerful yet simple lessons that could put you on the path to longer life....

When raised to the level of art, seduction, an indirect and subtle form of power....

Identify the source of missteps in your marriage - and learn exactly what you can do about it....

Alisa Vitti will teach you how to support the chemical conversation of your entire endocrine system, from your head to your ovaries....

Proven principles - drawn from real-life failures and successes - for building and sustaining a loving, healthy relationship in today’s trying times, from celebrity life coach and motivational speaker Tony Gaskins, Jr....

What to Expect Before You’re Expecting has everything that eager-to-be moms and dads need to know about getting pregnant, from getting their bodies ready to make a healthy baby to getting that healthy baby on board faster. You'll find baby-friendly foods to order up and more....

Discover how to create and enjoy a pleasure-filled and meaningful life with this practical tantra handbook for the high-achieving modern woman....

In Beyond Mars and Venus, John Gray takes the Mars-Venus framework to the next level, helping listeners to grow together in love....

Genevieve Howland, the woman behind the enormously popular Mama Natural blog and YouTube channel, has created an inspiring, fun, and informative guide that demystifies natural pregnancy....

For thousands of years the sexual principles and techniques presented here were taught by Taoist masters in secret only to a small number of people (sworn to silence), in the royal courts and esoteric circles of China. This is the first book to make this ancient knowledge available....

A badass, feminist, and personal deep-dive into the science and culture of pregnancy and early motherhood that debunks myths and dated assumptions, offering guidance and camaraderie to women navigating one of the biggest and most profound changes in their lives....