Essays Tagged: Health and safety
First Aid For the Corsetted by Jane G. Beckman
Filed in: health and safety, corsets
Most cautions apply to Tudor and Georgian corsets as well as Victorian and Edwardian corsets. Although differently shaped, all compress the body.
Needle Play Tips by Maximus
Filed in: health and safety, needle play
Safety and tips for needle play
What makes a healthy submissive? by Yaldah Tovah, M.D.
Filed in: submission, health and safety
1. The healthy submissive is capable of, and thrives on, intense, intimate, emotionally open relationships. This is often evident in the number of nourishing, sustaining, and life affirming friendship[...]
Understanding...Feminine Hygiene by raven
Filed in: health and safety
Vaginal wetness and odor are normal and all women have to contend with it. My goal with this essay is to educate you on what the most common causes are. Give you some guidelines on how to deal with it[...]
Spiders, Snakes, and Single Tails: Dealing with Fears and Phobias by Norische
Filed in: health and safety, general knowledge, fear
Understanding fears and phobias and the common reactions to phobias
A Hot Time In The Old Dungeon Tonight: The Basics of Figging by Norische
Filed in: how-to, health and safety, figging, torture, history
Ginger, aphrodisiac and torture device all rolled into one convenient, easy to use package. History and it's birth into BDSM
All Wrapped Up In Myself Part 1: Safety Issues With Mummification by Norische
Filed in: health and safety, bondage, mummification
With the right amount of creativity, sensory deprivation may also be a unique twist that may be added to this wondrous experience. If done properly this form of bondage can provide the slave/sub an intense experience with power exchange, and an extremely emotional experience.
All Wrapped Up In Myself: Mummification Part 2, Safety and Wrapping Choices by Norische
Filed in: health and safety, bondage, mummification
The time expended for a full mummification is extensive, and with out the senses to rely on, ones mind tends to wander, fantasize or play horrible tricks. As dramatic as mummification may be psychologically there are only five major safety issues when it comes to mummification.
Ouch Is Not A Safe Word: Safe Words, Limits, and Scene Protocol by Norische
Filed in: health and safety, play, safe words
A safe word is any word or phrase that is agreed upon by both the Dominant and the sub/slave as being an acceptable means of altering or stopping a scene.
Shocking! Absolutely Shocking!: Part II - The Safety Guide to The Violet Wand by Norische
Filed in: health and safety, electroplay
Violet wands are definitely one of the most desirable toys available; however, they can also be quite dangerous if used incorrectly. Safety is an absolute must when it comes to using a violet wand.



