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Katie Krop

Katie Krop

Hey I'm Katie (pen name) I first got interested in BDSM in 2012 and joined the Adelaide scene in 2014.

I live in Adelaide, SA and identify as a Bisexual female switch.

I have an autoimmune and chronic pain disorder that has impacted my life in a lot of ways, but this has just made my BDSM journey more meaningful, taught me a lot about myself and my will power.

I have really enjoyed showing people I have met in the scene with disabilities how they can still be involved in the scene and with some small adjustments, they can still have a great time.

I am a big believer in being who you are and not hiding your light for anybody.

Don't spend one minute of your life living to please others.

I'm no master if the universe; gods gift to the world and I've never pretended to be an expert; I'm just a normal BDSM community member.

I'm just somebody who wants to impart some information I wish I knew before I entered the scene and a bit more if I can.

My hope is that with this blog I can dispel some common BDSM myths, give some information and help to people interested in BDSM.

In The Age Of Tinder, Is Speed Dating Worth It

In The Age Of Tinder, Is Speed Dating Worth It

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Katie Krop 16/02/2025 4 minute read

Why Are Substances and BDSM A Problem?

Why Are Substances and BDSM A Problem?

Katie Krop

Katie Krop 03/03/2024 6 minute read

BDSM Events: Public and Private Play What Is the Difference?

BDSM Events: Public and Private Play What Is the Difference?

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Katie Krop 25/02/2024 7 minute read

What Does Trust Mean In BDSM and Why It Is Important

What Does Trust Mean In BDSM and Why It Is Important

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Katie Krop 28/01/2024 6 minute read

Doxy 3R Review - Is It Worth The Upgrade?

Doxy 3R Review - Is It Worth The Upgrade?

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Katie Krop 07/01/2024 4 minute read

I'm Dreaming of a Kinky Christmas

I'm Dreaming of a Kinky Christmas

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Katie Krop 24/12/2023 4 minute read

Respect in the BDSM Community: Don't Yuck Someone's Yum

Respect in the BDSM Community: Don't Yuck Someone's Yum

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Katie Krop 10/12/2023 3 minute read

Period Essentials: A Deep Dive Into Menstrual Products

Period Essentials: A Deep Dive Into Menstrual Products

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Katie Krop 03/12/2023 8 minute read

What Is A Munch and Why Should I Go?

What Is A Munch and Why Should I Go?

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Katie Krop 26/11/2023 4 minute read

What the BDSM Scene Has Taught Me About Change

What the BDSM Scene Has Taught Me About Change

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Katie Krop 12/11/2023 4 minute read

The Ethics of Unicorn Hunting With Swingers

The Ethics of Unicorn Hunting With Swingers

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Katie Krop 01/10/2023 5 minute read

BDSM 101: What Is Sub Space and How Do I Manage It?

BDSM 101: What Is Sub Space and How Do I Manage It?

Katie Krop

Katie Krop 17/09/2023 3 minute read

What is Sub Drop?

What is Sub Drop?

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Katie Krop 19/03/2023 6 minute read

A Beginner's Guide to Paddles and Spanking

A Beginner's Guide to Paddles and Spanking

Katie Krop

Katie Krop 05/02/2023 6 minute read

Beginners Guide to Crops and Canes

Beginners Guide to Crops and Canes

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Katie Krop 08/01/2023 6 minute read

How to Choose the Best Lubricant for Your Sexual Life

How to Choose the Best Lubricant for Your Sexual Life

Katie Krop

Katie Krop 11/12/2022 6 minute read

Flogging Safely: A Guide to BDSM's Most Popular Practice

Flogging Safely: A Guide to BDSM's Most Popular Practice

Katie Krop

Katie Krop 27/11/2022 5 minute read

What Should I Expect at Swingers Parties?

What Should I Expect at Swingers Parties?

Katie Krop

Katie Krop 16/10/2022 4 minute read

Why Should I Buy the Accessories?

Why Should I Buy the Accessories?

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Katie Krop 29/08/2021 3 minute read

How to Find Your Role in the BDSM Scene

How to Find Your Role in the BDSM Scene

Katie Krop

Katie Krop 08/08/2021 5 minute read

How to Have Sex-Positive Conversations with Your Teens

How to Have Sex-Positive Conversations with Your Teens

Katie Krop

Katie Krop 12/06/2021 8 minute read

A Brief History of Mental Health And BDSM

A Brief History of Mental Health And BDSM

Katie Krop

Katie Krop 06/03/2021 6 minute read

How to Successfully Talk About Kinks with Your Lover!

How to Successfully Talk About Kinks with Your Lover!

Katie Krop

Katie Krop 25/10/2020 7 minute read

Fifty Shades Of Grey BDSM Misconceptions; They Got It All Wrong

Fifty Shades Of Grey BDSM Misconceptions; They Got It All Wrong

Katie Krop

Katie Krop 08/10/2020 12 minute read

Satisfyer Pro 3 vs Satisfyer Pro 2

Satisfyer Pro 3 vs Satisfyer Pro 2

Katie Krop

Katie Krop 19/09/2020 4 minute read

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