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She wants to videotape our ‘ear-rogenous’ play

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 19:31:19 GMT

What goes on between couples behind closed doors is not always for the world to know. Here, Dr. Gail Saltz advises a man who is hesitant to allow his partner to post fetish videos of themselves on the Internet.

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Feed your libido! Get the better sex diet

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:32:00 GMT

Food has been used to express love for centuries. But some eats actually have sexual superpowers, like fueling your libido and enhancing your orgasms. Find out how to get the most out of your fruits, chocolate and even sushi.

Libido - Orgasm - Sexuality - Advice - Home

When spouses collide: His and hers gadgets

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 13:59:50 GMT

Your tech dream may be your significant other's nightmare. Here are the items our married tech experts drool over (while belittling one another's choices).

Social Sciences - Psychology - Dreams - Products and Services - Interpretation

Vote: Is it disrespectful to harbor a secret crush?

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:24:03 GMT

Plenty of married and committed women have a silly crush, but at what point does it start being inappropriate?
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I tricked him into marriage — and he found out

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 21:39:21 GMT

Plenty of people marry for love, but there are those who marry for money and convenience. Here, Dr. Gail Saltz tells a "faithful Christian woman" who deceived a man into marrying her that she is "conniving and unlovable."

Marriage - Christian - Relationships - Religion and Spirituality - Christianity

Key ingredient in new ‘love dessert’? Viagra

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 02:13:59 GMT

A Colombian cooking school has concocted a "love dessert" made with passion fruit — and Viagra. One of the creators says the idea was to reinterpret the blue pill into a new kind of aphrodisiac.

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The science of how families get, and stay, happy

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 15:15:12 GMT

Happy families practice common habits that help inoculate them against setbacks large and small. The good news for the rest of us? Copying those might make us happier, too.

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Discuss: What are secrets to family happiness?

I’m a robotic lover, but she wants adventure

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 20:47:40 GMT

Sometimes a couple's sex life can feel stale to one partner, but just fine for another. Here, Dr. Gail Saltz advises a "mechanical lover" whose partner wants to go to a "sex resort" to spice things up. Is there a way for them to meet in the middle?
Human sexual behavior - Sexuality - Advice - Adult - Sexology

Video: Video: Man panel discusses Carrie Prejean

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 20:42:50 GMT

TODAY correspondent Sara Haines got the chance to chat with the boys and Style editor Bobbie Thomas about the much-talked-about beauty queen Carrie Prejean. (Today Show)

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Vicarious thrill: He wants her to be hit on

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 13:38:32 GMT

Her boyfriend wants her to dress sexier — to attract other dudes. Why? Also, what could be causing painful cramps during orgasm? Sexploration answers your most intimate queries.

Clothing - Shopping - Gardens - Religion and Spirituality - Advice

Britons among 'ugliest people,' dating site says

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 20:36:19 GMT

Britons are among the ugliest people in the world, according to a dating Web site that says it only allows "beautiful people" to join.
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Video: Guys dish on relationships

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:01:40 GMT

Nov. 12: Comedians Rick Younger and Chuck Nice, author Andrew Trees and contest winner Steve Haverly answer viewers’ questions about love and relationships. (Today Show)

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If he lets you buy his undies, you’re The One

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:28:36 GMT

Is it in his kiss? Oh no, it's in whether or not he buys his undergarments. Men only buy their own underwear when they are hoping to entice a potential mate, according to a new survey. But if he lets his current partner purchase them, it means he's in a stable relationship.

Is French kissing bad for you? Test your sex I.Q!

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:18:29 GMT

Were graham crackers invented to tame lusty libidos? Is a passionate kiss bad for your teeth? Take the Women's Health sex quiz to find out!

Money can’t buy love, but personality can

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 20:48:47 GMT

When it comes to wooing, gifts and baubles can certainly win hearts. But true companionship is not about the bauble, says Dr. Gail Saltz. Here, she offers advice to a 53-year-old man who is looking to change the way he approaches women.

You voted, he won: The next Man Panelist

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 15:20:41 GMT

Which of these four finalists would give the best relationship advice to viewers? We asked you to vote on which of these fellows should join TODAY’s Man Panel, and you chose construction manager Steve Haverly, a 40-year-old single father.

Your Career: Working with your spouse

Sun, 8 Nov 2009 23:28:20 GMT

Divorce can be hell, but it can be even more hellish if the husband and wife work together.

Video: Bring bliss back to your marriage

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 14:50:00 GMT

Nov. 6: Redbook magazine’s Stacy Morrison and psychologist Dale Atkins discuss some of the secrets to a great marriage. (Today Show)

Video: Dr. Drew takes on sex addicts

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 15:02:19 GMT

Nov. 4: TODAY’s Natalie Morales talks to Dr. Drew Pinsky about his new VH1 show, “Sex Rehab With Dr. Drew,” which follows eight sex addicts as they go through his intensive treatment. (Today Show)

Honey, did you hear me? Why men don’t listen

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 20:06:57 GMT

It’s not uncommon for women to feel that their partners are not listening — and the differences between male and female brains could be to blame, says psychotherapist Dr. Robi Ludwig. Here, advice to help you improve communication.

This Halloween, explore your fantasies

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 20:40:56 GMT

For mischievous adults, Halloween is more than just a chance to trick-or-treat, it’s an opportunity to take a walk on the wild side of the street and let our inner fantasies come to life.

Married woman: I’m attracted to my gay friend

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 20:56:26 GMT

It’s not unusual for even married people to have thoughts and fantasies that concern other people, says Dr. Gail Saltz. But when emotional energy is channeled into one partner’s intense friendship, does the marriage suffer?

Video: Answering your bed-related questions

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 15:59:02 GMT

Nov. 3: Prevention magazine's Courtenay Smith answers viewers' questions about everything related to your bed, from the best exercises to do to get a good night's sleep to ways to increase your libido. (Today Show)

Video: Meet the ‘Guys Tell All’ finalists

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 16:16:34 GMT

Nov. 3: After many submissions, TODAY has narrowed down the next man to be on the “Guys Tell All” panel to just four men. (Today Show)

Video: Too tired for sex? How to change that

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 14:42:49 GMT

Oct. 29: TODAY’s Sara Haines hits the streets to find out why some people are too tired for sex. Sexologist Logan Levkoff and sex therapist Ian Kerner weigh in. (Today Show)

Video: When do work relationships cross the line?

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 13:46:19 GMT

Oct. 29: Psychotherapist Robi Ludwig and Jeanine Pirro, host of the “Judge Jeanine Pirro” show, discuss the sex scandals surrounding TV host David Letterman and sportscaster Steve Phillips. (Today Show)

Sister rivalry? How to avoid a wedding fight

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 22:16:20 GMT

For some sisters, an engagement is a time to celebrate life, love, and family. For others, it can transform simmering childhood resentments into a full-blown battle royale. Brides.com reveals the potential trouble spots and tips to keep the peace.

When she earns more, he aims to please

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:24:47 GMT

As more and more women in the U.S. out-earn the men in their lives, men are trying to figure out how they fit into the relationship — including in the bedroom.

From L.A. to Auckland, love is in the air

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:00:30 GMT

Lured by love and a great roundtrip fare, more than 100 Americans boarded Air New Zealand’s Matchmaking Flight dressed to impress and ready for serious in-flight mingling.

She doesn’t want a post-nup, but her parents do

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 20:48:27 GMT

Whether or not to have a post- or prenuptial agreement should be a matter between wife and husband. But sometimes — whether well-meaning or intrusive — parents get involved, pitting relatives against one another. Dr. Gail Saltz has advice for one family.

Do you need help dealing with a conflict?

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 23:00:01 GMT

Are you dealing with family drama? Do you have a disagreement — financial, familial, personal or professional — that makes you feel upset? Tell us what's bothering you, and we may talk about productive ways to solve your conflict on a future segment of TODAY.

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Video: Men discuss power structure at home

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 12:58:23 GMT

Oct. 20: California first lady Maria Shriver talks to a group of men about how the dynamic between the sexes has evolved from the kitchen to the bedroom. (Today Show)

BBW can’t find SM: Plus-size e-dating ain’t easy

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 13:59:13 GMT

Even though two-thirds of Americans are overweight or obese, plus-size singles say their weight sometimes gets in the way of finding love online. Studies show that people who are overweight face discrimination in many areas — and dating seems no different.

He wanted a big wedding — so he planned it

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 20:36:37 GMT

They came from distinctly different matrimonial traditions, and as a result, he wanted the fairy tale; she wanted to elope. Here, one (grateful) bride admits that she and her husband are married not because she said "I do," but because he said, "I'll do it."

Unspoken rules govern cell phone etiquette

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 20:51:59 GMT

It may not seem like it when commuters are shouting down their cell phones to the dismay of other passengers but most Americans believe there are unspoken rules about mobile phone etiquette.

My boyfriend cheated on me — with his wife

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 21:46:34 GMT

Even if you have a zero-tolerance policy on infidelity, sometimes the situation can be complicated. Dr. Gail Saltz advises a woman who is juggling a troubled long-distance relationship with a man who — like she — is going through a divorce.

Spiritual women have more sex, study finds

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 19:16:01 GMT

Is it sexy to be spiritual? New research has found that spirituality has a greater effect on the sex lives of young adults — especially women — than religion, impulsivity, or alcohol.

Beauty and the breast: Sex after mastectomy

Wed, 7 Oct 2009 22:09:57 GMT

Tracey Carpenter was just 24 when she discovered a lump in her breast. Despite the baldness, wigs and decidedly un-sexy mastectomy bras, she was determined to rediscover intimacy with her boyfriend, holding tight to the notion that being beautiful really is a state of mind.

Video: Guys tell all

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 15:02:43 GMT

Oct. 15: From sex to spending, the TODAY hosts chat with four men who answer women's questions about what men really think about their ladies' living habits. (Today Show)

Video: Check out Cosmo’s hottest bachelors

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 14:09:50 GMT

Oct. 13: Cosmopolitan magazine’s Kate White introduces TODAY’s Amy Robach and Natalie Morales to the magazine’s picks for the hottest bachelors. (Today Show)

Video: The rights and wrongs of saying ‘I’m sorry’

Fri, 9 Oct 2009 12:25:23 GMT

Oct. 9: TODAY’s Meredith Vieira talks with relationship therapist Argie Allen and author Steve Adubato about when, and how, you should apologize for your behavior. (Today Show)

Women: Get men to take you seriously at work

Thu, 8 Oct 2009 17:00:10 GMT

Ever watch a colleague take credit for your idea, been accused of being emotional, taken jokes too personally or been interrupted frequently in a meeting? The authors of "Code Switching: How to Talk So Men Will Listen" aim to help women deal with these issues by communicating more effectively at work.

I never liked sex in my marriage — am I asexual?

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 20:58:55 GMT

One confused mom, on the verge of isolating herself, wonders if she was "born to be single" because she never enjoyed sex while she was married. Does she lack a sex drive? Dr. Gail Saltz explains that being asexual and having no desire are two very different things.

Video: See the bright side of a breakup

Wed, 7 Oct 2009 15:08:06 GMT

Oct. 7: TODAY’s Hoda Kotb and Kathie Lee Gifford talk to a panel of women about how breakups can actually be empowering. (Today Show)

Video: What you should (and shouldn’t) tell your spouse

Mon, 5 Oct 2009 13:33:42 GMT

Oct. 5: Psychiatrist Maria Padro and comedian Chuck Nice, who are both happily married, discuss ways to address some touchy topics with your partner. (Today Show)

Video: How to avoid nagging your partner

Thu, 1 Oct 2009 15:36:51 GMT

Oct. 1: Relationship expert Matt Titus and Kate White from Cosmopolitan magazine discuss ways to avoid annoying your partner with nagging. (Today Show)

Let's talk about sex ... after 40

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 15:41:55 GMT

Just because you're older doesn't mean sex should be all downhill. Prevention magazine reveals 40 sexy secrets you should know by your forties, and why it just keeps getting better as you age.

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Video: How to break up with a best friend

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 15:09:02 GMT

Sept. 30: Psychologist Irene Levine and anthropologist Helen Fisher discuss how to deal with a dwindling friendship. (Today Show)

Why one woman says ‘I don’t’ to marriage

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 17:50:33 GMT

Jane Pratt shares the reasons why she gets emotional at weddings when she has never really believed in the institution of marriage.

He won’t propose because he fears divorce

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 19:26:11 GMT

Dr. Gail Saltz helps a woman whose boyfriend of five years is scared to get married, even though they both want children in the future. Should she wait for him to come around, or does he have a commitment problem?

Video: Tackle your marriage hot spots

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 13:43:27 GMT

Sept. 28: Redbook magazine’s Stacy Morrison and psychologist Jeff Gardere share advice on dealing with hot-button issues in your marriage. (Today Show)

Video: Are people in relationships more attractive?

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 15:18:46 GMT

Sept. 24: Relationship therapist Ian Kerner and Sherry Amatenstein, author of “Love Lessons from Bad Breakups,” discuss why people in relationships can be more attractive than singletons. (Today Show)

Coping with weirdness when parents remarry

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 13:43:43 GMT

As an adult, seeing your parents remarry can be awkward. Joel Stein looks back at the uncomfortable, but ultimately joyful, experience of attending their weddings.

Video: Keep love alive when money is tight

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 13:47:17 GMT

Sept. 21: Nicole Beland from Cosmopolitan magazine and psychologist Dale Atkins offer advice for couples on how to survive in tough economic times. (Today Show)

Why you should snoop on your spouse online

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 19:38:20 GMT

Like cell phones and hotel rooms, the Internet is a facilitator of infidelity — especially the emotional kind. Here, SexRx columnist Ian Kerner advises worried lovers to keep an eye on what their partners are doing and saying in e-mails and on social networking sites.

Should I pursue a crush from 50 years ago?

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 20:18:03 GMT

When is a long-distance relationship worth pursuing? Dr. Gail Saltz helps a lonely woman who was widowed after 47 years of marriage decide if she should pursue a relationship with a former classmate separated from her by both distance and time.

Ex education: 10 signs you’re not ‘just friends’

Fri, 9 Oct 2009 21:16:24 GMT

There's plenty of advice out there when it comes to sex education — but what about "ex education"? In this excerpt from "Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Ex," two therapists offer tips on how to navigate this complex relationship.

Why is it so hard to say ‘I’m sorry’?

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 20:11:26 GMT

Nobody is perfect — we all make mistakes. So why is apologizing so darn difficult to do? Psychotherapist Dr. Robi Ludwig explains why making things right is way more important than being right.

RUEA? (That is, are you emotionally available?)

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 16:25:34 GMT

Some people indulge in casual sex when they are going through a bad time, recovering from a lost relationship, or just not interested in getting involved. But what if you'd like to break this cycle and find a long-term relationship? A new book aims to help. Here is an excerpt.

Video: Revealing intimate details on the Internet

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 15:17:09 GMT

Sept. 11: Jodi Lipper and Cerina Vincent, authors of “How to Love Like a Hot Chick,” and Rabbi Shmuley Boteach discuss some rules of intimacy on the Internet. (Today Show)

Video: Couple married after milkshake proposal

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 12:58:01 GMT

Sept. 11: Kaitlin and Reed Harris are now happily married after Kaitlin swallowed the engagement ring Reed put in her favorite dessert. TODAY’s Matt Lauer catches up with the couple. (Today Show)

The Big No: The truth about sexless marriage

Tue, 8 Sep 2009 20:54:47 GMT

Every day? Once a week? Once a year? How often is "normal"? Experts agree that a marriage without sex isn't necessarily wrong, but it can be more vulnerable than one with regular sex. Is it time to start scheduling sex appointments with your partner?

My dying dad’s last words still haunt me

Wed, 9 Sep 2009 21:05:19 GMT

Is it fair for a lifelong relationship be boiled down to one final statement? Dr. Gail Saltz helps a woman whose father was absent from her life, but still left her with a haunting, cryptic deathbed message to live up to his example.

Video: Protecting a friend from abuse

Thu, 3 Sep 2009 13:43:31 GMT

Sept. 3: Stacy Morrison from Redbook magazine and psychologist Dale Atkins discuss how and when to step in when you suspect a friend or family member is in an abusive relationship. (Today Show)

‘My husband caught crabs. Is he cheating?’

Tue, 1 Sep 2009 17:07:38 GMT

Not every STD means your partner cheated. Nonetheless, it does raise a red flag. Dr. Gail Saltz offers advice for one frustrated wife questioning her husband's excuse — that he contracted crabs from a borrowed towel.

Porn is to him what a pedicure is to you

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 18:23:07 GMT

Some people take an alarmist point of view when it comes to porn, but oftentimes there's nothing to worry about, says sex therapist Ian Kerner. It's just your man's 30-second version of a spa day — with a happy ending.

A cheating hubby, a scorned wife, a big payback

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 14:50:27 GMT

William Taylor spent his Wednesday morning standing on a busy street corner during rush hour in Tysons Corner, Va., wearing a sheepish, remorseful look on his face and an enormous sign that read, “I CHEATED. THIS IS MY PUNISHMENT.”

Video: Guys tell all

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 15:00:52 GMT

Aug. 27: Is it OK to talk to your ex? Should you share your computer passwords with your partner? Four men answer viewers’ questions. (Today Show)

Allergic to sex? It really can happen

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 13:12:31 GMT

Can a woman be allergic to sperm? Can a stroke ruin a man’s sexual desire? And if you’re turned on by noses, are you a nasophiliac? Sexploration answers your queries.

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Help! I am a lesbian married to a man

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 17:06:11 GMT

When it comes to life priorities, is sexual fulfillment more important than maintaining a happy and comfortable family life? Dr. Gail Saltz helps a conflicted, married mother who "dreams of being with a woman."

Inside the love life of a boomerang kid

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 19:17:51 GMT

Recent studies estimate that about 40 percent of young adults are living under their parents' roofs again. But can a love life flourish in the childhood bedroom? One 28-year-old woman considers how she gave up privacy — but gained support — as a boomerang kid.

Scorned lovers: Moving on is best ‘Revenge’

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 15:33:25 GMT

Sure, you could resort to superglue to get even with a cheating lover — but isn't living well the best revenge? In “The Down and Dirty Dish on Revenge,” author Eva Nagorski offers advice on how to put a cap on vengeful thoughts and come out on top. An excerpt.

Do you need a ‘fallback lover’?

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 19:36:54 GMT

Is it a good practice to have a partner waiting in the wings just in case your current relationship doesn't work out? Dr. Gail Saltz advises a man who wonders if he should start lining up women while he's in a timeout phase with his girlfriend.

Are you wired to dislike your mother-in-law?

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 20:55:31 GMT

Do you find your relationship with your mother-in-law infuriating? Depressing? Awful? You’re not alone. Psychotherapist Dr. Robi Ludwig examines this classic power struggle and offers tips on how to cope with the other woman in your man’s life.

To snag a man, let him do the chasing

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 15:17:27 GMT

In "How to be a Hepburn in a Hilton World," author Jordan Christy says that women should be polite, well-spoken and gracious — despite the images proliferated by celebutantes. And if women want to find love, they shouldn't pursue men. An excerpt.

Video: How to get your guy to tell the truth

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 13:36:15 GMT

Aug. 17: Little white lies can add up to a big problem if your guy does it to avoid conflicts. Cosmopolitan magazine’s Kate White and psychologist Dale Atkins have tips for getting him to drop the lies. (Today Show)

Video: Married couples tell all

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 12:58:37 GMT

Aug. 17: Three married couples talk about three of the biggest areas that can cause potholes on the road to marital bliss. Psychiatrist Dr. Maria Padro and Esquire magazine’s Ryan D’Agostino have tips for working through marital disagreements. (Today Show)

Marriage eludes high-achieving black women

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 12:31:06 GMT

Michelle Obama may have become an archetypal black female success story — law career, strong marriage, happy children — but the reality is often very different for other highly educated black women.

Who’s that girl on your BF’s Facebook page?

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 19:30:38 GMT

All this friending, poking and picture-posting on Facebook can get you in trouble with your significant other by stirring up jealousy and suspicion.

Coping with postpartum depression — for dads

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 16:23:29 GMT

While men might not experience the hormonal changes that give rise to PPD, they do experience substantial life changes that can trigger depression. Sex therapist (and father of two) Ian Kerner writes candidly about how he turned to drinking to ward off his baby blues.

‘I forgave him for cheating — but can’t forget’

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 16:11:34 GMT

How do you move forward in a relationship when you're haunted by your partner's infidelities? Can you ever recover from such a betrayal? Dr. Gail Saltz offers advice for one hurt mom struggling to fully forgive a cheating boyfriend.

Video: Does better sex lead to success at work?

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 12:48:05 GMT

Aug. 13: A new study suggests men and women who have healthy sex lives at home find more success at the office. Sex therapist Ian Kerner and psychotherapist Robi Ludwig discuss the findings. (Today Show)

Opening the ex-files: 6 steps to win him back

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 20:22:56 GMT

For many women, getting back together with an ex is like slipping on a pair of sweat pants — it's easy and feels natural. But does that mean you should do it? Here are tips to know when it’s healthy — and how to succeed in snaring him for the second time.

Study: Women create ‘their own glass ceiling’

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 22:30:36 GMT

A new study shows female managers are more than three times as likely as their male counterparts to underrate their bosses' opinions of their job performance.

What men want vs. what we think they want

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 18:35:36 GMT

For an upcoming segment with Kathie Lee and Hoda, we're comparing how men want their ideal woman to dress vs. how women think men want them to dress. Help us by taking the survey!

The ‘new’ sexual harassment is more subtle

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 11:14:40 GMT

When her hotel room phone rang at 2 a.m., Megan McFeely assumed it was an emergency.

‘My husband won’t let the kids help with dinner’

Wed, 5 Aug 2009 17:41:22 GMT

What should you do if your spouse repeatedly interferes with your children’s assigned chores? How do you ensure a united front? Dr. Gail Saltz offers advice for one frustrated mom attempting to enforce a shared-housework policy.

Study: Aussies least attractive husbands

Wed, 5 Aug 2009 19:12:39 GMT

Swedish and Norwegian men may make the most attractive husbands as they'll help with the housework while Australian men, renowned for their love of sport and beer, came last in a British study on roles in the home.

If sex is a yawn, you may actually be turned on

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 21:52:51 GMT

Does yawning during sex mean things are ho-hum — or is something else going on? And can good sex give you better skin? Sexploration answers readers' questions.

Video: Dating dos and don’ts

Wed, 5 Aug 2009 15:29:57 GMT

Aug. 5: Psychologist Jeff Gardere and psychotherapist Robi Ludwig share advice on dating. (Today Show)

'My boyfriend has coffee dates with his tenant'

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 19:09:26 GMT

Should you be concerned if your boyfriend regularly met with his female tenant — and kept it from you? Does it border on inappropriate? Dr. Gail Saltz offers advice for one woman struggling to comprehend her boyfriend's behavior.

Video: Guys dish on relationships

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 15:06:41 GMT

July 30: A panel of guys answer viewers’ questions on love and relationships. (Today Show)

‘Unfriend’ your spouse on Facebook — or else

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 21:11:51 GMT

We’ve all heard the phrase “Familiarity breeds contempt,” but in this age of social networking, perhaps familiarity breeds something even worse: boredom. Sexpert Ian Kerner explains why status updates might be threatening your relationship.

Online dating: New York is tops for singles

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 23:06:43 GMT

New York has been rated the best city in the United States for singles, bumping Atlanta out of the top spot.

Fiscal attraction: Big spenders marry big savers

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 18:32:09 GMT

Frustrated by your spouse's spending habits? It might be why you married them, say researchers who have found that big spenders and big savers tend to marry each other.

Having a baby improved my sex life

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 19:09:18 GMT

The childbirth books speak of diminished desire post-birth, but nobody talks about the other possibility. What if sex were better? One woman explores how creating life with her husband ended up being the ultimate aphrodisiac.

Spice up your lovemaking with the sex pyramid

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 15:16:39 GMT

The food pyramid? Yawn. The latest news is the sex pyramid. Learn why including different types of lovemaking in your romantic repertoire can help you have more fun in bed.

In ‘great relationship’ with commitment-phobe

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 22:23:59 GMT

What should a woman do when the man in her life — and the father of her child — won’t marry her or say he loves her? Dr. Gail Saltz offers up advice and food for thought.

Video: Dating on Skype

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 15:22:22 GMT

July 24: Erin Meanley and Ryan Dodge, writers of the Single-ish blog on Glamour.com, discuss some new forms of online dating. (Today Show)

What women can learn from bad pick-up lines

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 15:28:19 GMT

There's a lesson to be learned from that guy who relentlessly uses corny lines to get your attention: It's OK to approach and attempt to meet someone new. Finesse Mitchell, author of "Your Girlfriends Only Know So Much," says women should try it more often. An excerpt.

Honey, I’m home: Job losses harder if married

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 18:28:11 GMT

Being out of work is stressful. Being married may make those worries weigh even heavier. Unemployed husbands and wives recently surveyed noted experiencing stress more often than single job seekers, 81 percent to 51 percent respectively.

Video: Dealing with difficult people

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 15:15:31 GMT

July 21: Psychologist Jeff Gardere and author Robin Abrahams share some advice on dealing with those difficult people in your life. (Today Show)

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The best (and worst!) foods for your sex drive

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 14:11:37 GMT

It's no secret that the unhealthy American diet is contributing to an epidemic of obesity. But there's another hidden epidemic that our fatty diets are at the root of: A national sex crisis. The good news, though, is that with some simple diet changes you can revitalize your sex life. The new “Eat This, Not That!” book reveals what's hot and not for your libido.

‘I hate my marriage, but I can’t hurt my kids’

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 18:45:50 GMT

What do you do if your spouse is emotionally abusive and spends money carelessly, but you can’t bear to tear the family apart? And does a selfish spouse give you the right to fool around? Dr. Gail Saltz advises a young man struggling with the decision of leaving his wife.

Marriage thrives despite our evolving sex lives

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 12:38:36 GMT

It may have worked as a plotline for “Sex and the City,” but according to new government figures, very few American women need fear being an “old maid.”

So romantic! As economy stutters, hearts flutter

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 18:32:19 GMT

Economic woes seem to unleash something practically primal in many who find themselves without a partner: a hardwired desire for companionship. This helps to explain the phenomenal membership spikes at dating services, no matter how costly.

10 ways to avoid heartbreak with dating services

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 18:33:08 GMT

It's true that many people find love with the help of dating services. But it's also true that many customers spend a whole lot of money for a whole lot of nothing. 10 Tips columnist Laura T. Coffey offers advice to point dating-service customers in the right direction.

Husband takes stand in $99M divorce trial

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 13:46:07 GMT

Appearing flustered, manufacturing mogul George David, 67, took the stand in his divorce proceeding, saying that his marriage to a Swedish countess 30 years his junior “was dead” long before he became involved with another woman. Marie Douglas-David is seeking $99 million of his reported $300 million fortune.

Video: Merging finances after the wedding

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 14:07:00 GMT

July 15: TODAY financial editor Jean Chatzky shares advice for couples who are merging their bank accounts after getting married. (Today Show)

Don’t forget the kale! 10 secrets to wedded bliss

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 16:11:56 GMT

While relationships require transparency and dependability, they also require the opposite: unpredictability and mystery. In this user's guide for just-married couples, sex therapist Ian Kerner suggest ways to have it all.

The secret to a happy marriage? Laughter

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 20:09:25 GMT

Keeping a marriage successful can be hard work. Need some pearls of wisdom to help yours along? Here, happily married TODAYshow.com readers offer their secrets to wedded bliss, from laughing a lot to — yes! — removing your wedding rings on the weekend.

Pre-marriage shacking up often ends in divorce

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 21:41:41 GMT

Couples who shack up before tying the knot are more likely to get divorced than their counterparts who don't move in together until marriage, a new study suggests.

Inside infidelity: Diary of a 23-year-old mistress

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 20:35:32 GMT

Once love takes hold, it can be hard to let go — even in an adulterous relationship. Here, a young woman candidly weighs the guilt and pleasure of dating a married man twice her age.

Love not enough to keep couples together

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 16:37:02 GMT

Living happily ever after needn't only be for fairy tales. Australian researchers have identified what it takes to keep a couple together, and it's a lot more than just being in love.

‘Vixen Manual’ bares tricks to snare a man

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:45:15 GMT

Need advice on how to attract and keep the man of your dreams? Former music video performer and best-selling author Karrine Steffans offers tricks for man-hunting in her new book, “The Vixen Manual.” An excerpt.

Looking for love, 650-pound virgin loses 410

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 14:59:49 GMT

Before losing an amazing 410 pounds, David Smith was friendless, even suicidal, and never left his house. Now, “I’ve gone from being a laughingstock to having girls make googly eyes at me,” he said. “Instead of being a dud, I want to be a stud.”

Yes! Yes! Oh, no! Coming oh so close to orgasm

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 12:28:16 GMT

What's a woman to do who can't quite attain the Big O? Also, a man fears his wife will leave him for a vibrator. Sexploration answers your queries.

The biggest sex organ? Your brain

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 20:17:08 GMT

When it comes to intimacy, a little novelty can go a long way. Sex therapist Ian Kerner highlights a study that explores the mysterious nature of sexual attraction— and explains how the findings can shake up a stale sex life.

Share your successful marriage secrets!

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 19:11:31 GMT

Got a good tip or practical advice on how to keep a happy marriage? Share your matrimonial words of wisdom with TODAYShow.com.

How do I handle my boyfriend’s racist mom?

Wed, 8 Jul 2009 16:45:50 GMT

How do you stand up for yourself when the bully is none other than your boyfriend’s mom? Dr. Gail Saltz advises a young woman in an interracial relationship who is struggling with her timid boyfriend and his hurtful, inappropriate mother.

Video: Hiding money from your partner

Wed, 8 Jul 2009 13:18:25 GMT

July 8: Stacy Morrison from Redbook magazine and psychologist Jeff Gardere discuss why some people keep secret stashes of cash from their partners and how it can harm a relationship. (Today Show)

Facebook: ‘Why not give your ex another shot?’

Thu, 2 Jul 2009 14:58:01 GMT

Users are beginning to notice that the social network's 'friend suggestions' are getting a little ... um ... inappropriate. What's up with that?

Me, husband or baby: Who owns my breasts?

Wed, 1 Jul 2009 16:29:15 GMT

In moving from the single life to coupledom to motherhood, a woman’s breasts are always changing ownership. Here, a new mother questions her breasts' dual functionality, as both sexual objects and a food source for her newborn daughter.

Americans aren’t explicit when defining sex

Wed, 1 Jul 2009 18:29:40 GMT

We talk about sex. A lot. But all too often we don't know exactly what we're talking about. What's considered getting to third base these days anyway?

Married woman: I found former flame online

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 22:52:28 GMT

Sure, the Internet provides a great way to keep in touch — but it can sometimes dredge up characters and emotions from the past. Here, Dr. Gail Saltz advises a married woman to stop “playing footsie over the Internet” with her high school boyfriend.

Does flirting on Facebook count as cheating?

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 13:21:07 GMT

From having a work spouse to sending teasing texts, opportunities to be unfaithful abound in this shrinking digital age. Glamour magazine asked women to confess their iffy behavior so readers could vote on what crosses the line. See if you agree with them ...

Video: Why do men cheat?

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 12:37:44 GMT

June 25: Following South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford’s public confession of infidelity, psychotherapist Robi Ludwig and psychologist Jeff Gardere discuss what drives men to cheat. (Today Show)

Cloning? Polygamy? Affair is worse, say most

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 22:26:09 GMT

More of us believe an extramarital affair is morally wrong than any other item on a list of 16 ethically iffy acts, including human cloning, a new poll finds. What does this say about us?

How do I tell my boyfriend I want a prenup?

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 20:28:15 GMT

If you sign a prenup, does that mean you’re banking on the marriage’s failure? One woman hesitates to raise this legal issue with her boyfriend — and Dr. Gail Saltz advises her to be open with her partner.

On marriage: Let’s call the whole thing off

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 13:27:35 GMT

With nearly half of all marriages in the U.S. ending in divorce, why do we still insist on tying the knot? As she ends her 20-year marriage, The Atlantic contributor Sandra Tsing Loh posits that the idea of lifelong wedded bliss may be becoming obsolete.

Women seeking: A man like Barack Obama

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 20:37:55 GMT

President Barack Obama’s name has become shorthand for a black man with integrity, character and spirituality, giving a new message of hope to single women. In other words, he’s the kind of man that many black women had despaired of finding.

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Wed, 17 Jun 2009 20:37:55 GMT

Video: Terry Martin Hekker on life, love

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 15:08:19 GMT

June 18: TODAY’s Hoda Kotb and Tamra Barney talk to author Terry Martin Hekker about her new book, “Disregard First Book.” (Today Show)

Oh, Daddy! Parental pet names can add spice

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 12:25:20 GMT

New parenthood can put a damper on even the most blazing sex lives. But some couples have found a way to spice it up with a little “Mommy” and “Daddy” name-calling.

Are online dating sites just selling a dream?

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 23:15:13 GMT

If you’re looking for love online, says Dr. Gail Saltz, proceed with caution. Here, she advises a woman who lost all her savings and investments to a man that she met on the Internet.

13 simple tips for seriously better sex

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 15:30:34 GMT

Never in the mood? Can't remember the last time you couldn’t wait to get home and shimmy between the sheets? Prevention.com lists the surprising secrets that will have you craving more by tonight.

I hope my girls marry ... someone like me?

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 22:33:57 GMT

My elder daughter, who's 12, is just beginning to show an interest in boys, and since it's every man's dream to have his little princess marry a guy just like her father, I'm trying to craft a personal ad to attract the ideal candidate.

Ah-ah-ah-choo! Orgasms make her nose stuffy

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 12:28:50 GMT

Whenever she has an orgasm, her sinuses swell. What gives? Sexploration answers your intimate queries.

Video: Is staying together good for the kids?

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 13:38:56 GMT

June 16: New research suggests that staying in an unhappy marriage for the sake of the children may not be doing them any favors. TODAY’s Al Roker talks to psychologist Robi Ludwig about the findings. (Today Show)

Out-of-work bachelors struggle in dating game

Sat, 6 Jun 2009 20:51:44 GMT

For some guys, unemployment is the last thing they want to reveal to a potential date.

‘My parents are jealous of my happy life’

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 16:36:06 GMT

Parents are supposed to want the best for their kids, right? Not always. Dr. Gail Saltz advises a woman who says her parents are “selfish” and give her a hard time for being happy in love, independent and professionally successful.

Video: Support for Big Brothers Big Sisters

Tue, 9 Jun 2009 13:08:36 GMT

June 9: Rich Franchella of the Royal Bank of Canada presents a check to Michael Corriero from Big Brothers Big Sisters of New York City to sponsor the Race for the Kids. (Today Show)

Video: The importance of best friends

Mon, 8 Jun 2009 14:16:58 GMT

June 8: On this National Best Friends Day, TODAY’s Jenna Wolfe talks to psychologist Robi Ludwig about why best friends are so important to us. (Today Show)

Vote: Do new matrimonial reality shows cross the line?

Fri, 5 Jun 2009 15:16:18 GMT

With Fox's forthcoming "I Married a Stranger" to the CW's "Hitched or Ditched," it's clear that matrimony is a popular theme for reality shows. But are these premises fun and harmless, or do they send a message that marriage should be taken lightly?

Mom: I resent my family for undervaluing me

Mon, 8 Jun 2009 16:33:47 GMT

Dr. Gail Saltz coaches a working mom who feels that her family put little thought into showing their appreciation for her this Mother’s Day. Is she wrong to feel upset?

My boyfriend’s great, but will my son like him?

Tue, 2 Jun 2009 17:12:10 GMT

I waited five months before introducing my boyfriend to my 3-year-old son. Andy was a wonderful man and made me laugh. But would my son like him? This was the big question.

Most replace half of their friends every 7 years

Tue, 2 Jun 2009 18:46:09 GMT

You may have more Facebook friends as time goes by, but when it comes to your close friends, you lose about half and replace them with new ones after about seven years, research says.

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Tue, 2 Jun 2009 18:46:09 GMT

Video: Why women judge other women

Wed, 3 Jun 2009 14:45:02 GMT

June 3: Author Leslie Goldman, psychologist Michelle Callahan and comedian Carey Reilly talk about why women tend to gossip about other women. (Today Show)

‘My grandchildren never visit me on holidays’

Wed, 27 May 2009 20:25:31 GMT

What should a grandmother do if her son, daughter-in-law and grandchildren never visit her over the holidays? Dr. Gail Saltz advises a woman who has a frosty relationship with her son’s wife.

Ruff times: Laid off, she resents boyfriend’s dog

Tue, 26 May 2009 15:26:48 GMT

Puppy love may sound cute, but it isn’t when your significant other’s dog takes priority over you. A laid-off lawyer reveals how the recession has curdled her affection for her boyfriend’s Yorkshire terrier into jealousy.

Dull days wreck a marriage faster than fighting

Thu, 21 May 2009 12:00:38 GMT

Boredom and a dull, daily routine can kill a marriage, squashing intimacy and romance faster than fighting, a new study finds.

Oh no! 13 real-life wedding disasters

Wed, 20 May 2009 19:01:07 GMT

Many women spend their lifetimes dreaming about their wedding day. But could anyone ever imagine that bridal bliss could turn this sour? Here are 13 tales of nuptials gone awry.

What we learn from our parents' marriages

Thu, 21 May 2009 14:18:43 GMT

Nine couples open up to Redbook magazine about both the hard and the happy marital lessons their parents taught them.

He beat rectal cancer, then fought to find love

Tue, 19 May 2009 16:01:20 GMT

A single dad reveals the struggles he faced in his search for love after rectal cancer left him with performance issues in the bedroom and a sometimes problematic colostomy bag.

Video: Putting your love to the test

Mon, 18 May 2009 14:20:27 GMT

May 18: A.J. Jacobs from Esquire magazine and neuroscientist Lucy Brown look at the results of a new brain scan that shows what the brain looks like in love. (Today Show)

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Mon, 18 May 2009 14:20:27 GMT

Video: Guys answer your questions

Mon, 18 May 2009 15:17:03 GMT

May 18: A panel of men answer women’s burning questions about relationships and love. (Today Show)

‘My husband's emotional affair — with a cousin'

Wed, 13 May 2009 17:00:49 GMT

What do you do when your husband invests more energy in an emotional affair than in repairing your marriage? Dr. Gail Saltz advises a woman struggling to work through her marital problems.

Amen! Priest advocates happy sex life in book

Wed, 13 May 2009 16:05:58 GMT

The Rev. Ksawery Knotz has a message for all married Catholic couples out there: There’s nothing wrong with a steamy sex life. In his new book, “Sex As You Don’t Know It: For Married Couples Who Love God,” the Polish friar provides a theological and practical guide for Catholics.

‘Help! I hate my boyfriend’s kids!’

Thu, 7 May 2009 21:00:48 GMT

What do you do when you love a man but you can’t stand his children? Dr. Gail Saltz advises a woman struggling over her boyfriend’s decision to have his kids move into their apartment.