Lube & Lubrications:

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"So, what is it you need to know about lubrication?" asked Amber, "I learned a lot about lubes after I got pregnant. Water-based lube is the best lube for most situations. The oil-based lubes can't be used with condoms -- they trash the latex -- which explains the unexpected arrival of little Anthony. Not that Tony and I are sorry, of course." She gazed lovingly at her bright-eyed 18 month-old and then shot Eleanor a wry grin. "We would have named him Oops, but Anthony is a family name."

Eleanor laughed and ruffled the tight blonde curls of the little boy in the jog- stroller. "Thanks for telling me that, it's important. Josh and I are a long way from parenthood so I guess we should stick with the tingling lube -- hey, that KY Intense is pretty neat -- have you and Tony tried it yet? Josh showed up with some the other night. He said it wasn't the cheapest lube but those funny TV ads had him intrigued. I've been wondering about the flavored lubes and trying to figure out how to fit something like that into a dinner date."

Amber held up her finger and said "Oh, you need to know -- just in case the opportunity arises -- silicone-based lubes are perfect for playing in the shower! Aren't I the expert on the subject." she giggled. "Hey, we could write an article for Cosmo! Oh, look at the time. We should get back." With that, the girls picked themselves up from the knoll of lush grass in the park that they'd chosen for their chat. Eleanor took the handle of the jog- stroller, "This one's on me, I'll push back to your house." And they broke into an even paced run, laughing as Anthony cheered. As she jogged along, easily pushing the stroller, Eleanor quietly wondered how Josh would feel about what she'd shared with Amber last night...continue reading here