At some point during the school career the time comes and the topic “ Sex education ” is coming up. Here we learned how the sexual organs are constructed and what they look like, that contraception is the be-all and end-all, and so on. Perhaps you also realized later in life that all of these topics cannot simply be generalized and that basic, important things were left out. Not all intimate areas look the same, discharge is normal, and there are also diverse and same-sex relationships. In today's blog post, we're dealing with the topics that weren't made available to us back then. Here are 5 things we wish we had learned earlier.

The subject of sex education is an integral part of the curriculum and education plans for primary schools as well as in the school laws of the federal states. This subject is usually tackled in the third or fourth grade - but not without prior consultation with the parents. There are differences in the topics covered depending on the federal state.
The aim of sex education is, among other things, to teach students the self-determined and responsible Dealing with sexuality Also biological basics such as the anatomy of the sexual organs or knowledge about sexual intercourse are covered. At a young age, the students are also taught various methods of contraception and knowledge about sexually transmitted diseases.

And every day the same thing happens... You go about your daily activities and suddenly notice that your pants are getting wet, even though you shouldn't have had your period yet. When you get to the toilet you notice that it is just discharge. This is completely normal and a sign that everything is fine down there. The so-called Cervical mucus  consists mainly of water. It also contains other beneficial things, such as antibodies for immune defense. The discharge therefore has many useful functions. You may have also noticed that the cervical mucus takes on a different consistency and its amount changes over the course of the cycle  changed. This is also normal, because when you are in the fertile phase, the cervical mucus has a different function than when you are in another phase of your cycle. Whether the discharge occurs daily varies from person to person.On the infertiledays n the cervical mucus is usually thicker and probably less noticeable for you than on the fertiledays n, in which it changes and is usually very liquid. Maybe you also missed this information about discharge in sex education. Everything else you should know about discharge can be found in our  Blog post .

There are different options for catching your discharge so that it doesn't end up in your underwear. Disposable panty liners should not be an option here, however. Due to the chemicals they contain, such as bleach, they are not only harmful to you, but also to the environment. In addition, panty liners should not be worn every day. You can find out why this is the case in our Blog post We have healthy and sustainable alternatives for you if you want to catch your discharge. Our Daily collection is also suitable for discharge or for a light, waning period. The briefs are made of comfortable organic cotton and harmful biocides have no place in our products. Test them here . Are you more of a panty liner team? Then our washable pads something for you. Thanks to the snap fastener, you can easily attach them to your panties without anything slipping. 

The vulva is the external part of the female sexual organ. This includes the labia minora and majora, the urethra, the clitoris and the vaginal entrance. The shape and size of the vulva can vary from person to person. Asymmetries are also absolutely normal. Only in very few people is the vulva absolutely symmetrical. Perhaps you have also come across the terms “ Innie " and " Outie ” When the inner labia are larger than the outer ones, the term “outie” is often used. The inner labia then protrude between the outer labia. Studies suggest that more than 50% of people with a vagina have an outie. An “innie” is characterized by the outer labia enclosing the inner labia. And it doesn’t matter whether you have an innie or an outie, both are beautiful and the most normal thing in the world! Didn’t you learn about the variety of vulvas in sex education? We feel you! For a long time, many people are unaware that the vulva can look very different and are often ashamed of it. We think that this topic should definitely be talked about more! After all, there seems to be a need for clarification.

Let's move from the vulvas to the breasts. Here too, there is a great variety in terms of nipples and breast shapes, and that's a good thing! If we all looked the same, it would be boring, wouldn't it? Unfortunately, we may not have been introduced to this perspective in sex education.
There are small, large, curved, narrow and flat nipples and areolas. If you notice small bumps on your areola, these are the so-called Montgomery glands. In some cases, these are more pronounced and in others, less pronounced. They become even more visible when aroused, cold or touched. And yes, the nipples are usually not identical and can Asymmetries However, if your nipples suddenly change, it is always advisable to have them examined by your gynecologist.

Small, large, round, pointed, long… Yes, breasts are also different on the outside. And that is what makes them unique. That is a way of thinking that we should all internalize! Here is a list of different Breast shapes To give you a little insight: round breasts, bell-shaped breasts, pointed breasts, elongated breasts, east-west breasts... It is also often the case that the right breast is slightly larger than the left. This asymmetry is caused by the fact that most people are right-handed and the right pectoral muscle is therefore better trained than the left. So you can remember that asymmetrical breasts are completely normal and not uncommon. Would you like to learn more about the different breast shapes? Then you can here read more.

In sex education, we are told how important contraception is. The anatomy of the sexual organs and knowledge about sexual intercourse are also covered here. However, we were missing other important information on the subject of sex in sex education. Sex is a very intimate but very important topic. First and foremost, saying "no" is okay. You don't always have to feel like it and you should be able to tell your partner that without immediately creating a bad mood. The motto is: Communication is key ! And while we're on the subject of communication: talking during sex should also be more of a public focus and not seen as taboo. It's important to clearly communicate preferences or what you don't like. This is the only way to remove obstacles and make sex a great experience for both sides.
Masturbation  is also a topic that should not be ashamed of. Often this is not discussed in sex education or is only touched upon very briefly. This way you get to know your body and your preferences better and that is a beautiful thing.

Mother, father, child - a Role model , which todaydays really no longer corresponds to reality. There are also same-sex relationships and that is completely normal. Families with same-sex parents, for example, have only existed for a few decades now, thanks to the abolition of discriminatory laws. We at Taynie also believe that you should be able to love whoever you want without people looking at you strangely.
And there's something else. Monogamy is all well and good, but there are also relationships with more than two people or open relationships. This is a topic that is probably swept under the carpet in sex education classes at school. But if it's going to be explained, then at least it should be done properly, right?