Dr. Lauren Whitaker
Relationship & Sexual Health Educator (PhD), Consent & Communication Specialist
About Dr. Lauren Whitaker
Experience & Background: Dr. Lauren Whitaker has worked at the intersection of adult relationships, sexual wellness, and education for 14+ years. After completing her PhD in Human Sexuality Studies, she spent six years designing curriculum for adult-learning programs and later served as a consent-policy advisor for event organizers and community groups. She has also trained facilitators on safer-space practices and conflict de-escalation in social environments.
Specialization: Lauren’s work focuses on the nuts-and-bolts of healthy non-monogamy within the swingers lifestyle: clear boundaries, informed consent, risk-aware intimacy, and resilient communication. She writes practical guides on negotiation frameworks, emotional regulation (including jealousy management), and etiquette—especially for newcomers who want to participate respectfully. She also covers “indy” culture in this space as independent, non-corporate events and communities (not Indianapolis).
Philosophy: Lauren’s goal is to help readers make confident, well-informed decisions without fearmongering or hype. She believes the best experiences come from clarity—knowing what you want, asking directly, and respecting “no” as enthusiastically as “yes.” Her articles aim to normalize honest conversations, reduce harm, and support adults in building experiences that align with their values and wellbeing.
Recent Posts
- Condom Rules in Swinging: How to Negotiate and Stick to Them
- Safer Sex, STI Testing, and Pregnancy Prevention Questions - Questions Couples Should Ask Before Swinging (Boundaries, Safer Sex, Goals)
- Etiquette and Safety in Swinging Spaces (Clubs, Parties, and Apps): Quick Standards to Follow - Swinging Rules and Boundaries: Examples, Scripts, and Best Practices
- Related Relationship Styles Under ENM (And How They Compare) - Swinging vs Polyamory: What’s the Difference (and Which Fits You)?
- Swinging Etiquette 101: Common Rules (and Unspoken Do’s & Don’ts)
- Questions Couples Should Ask Before Swinging (Boundaries, Safer Sex, Goals)
- Swinging First Time Checklist: What to Do Before, During, and After
- Swinging Rules and Boundaries: Examples, Scripts, and Best Practices
- Swinging vs Polyamory: What’s the Difference (and Which Fits You)?