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Does Anal Sex Hurt?

For those curious about exploring anal penetration for the first time, one big hurdle is the fear of discomfort. It’s a sensitive area, and it can be daunting trying to figure out where to begin for beginners.  When it comes to anal sex, you may be wondering:  Will it be messy? Will it hurt? Will it feel good? How can I bring it up with my partner? Is anal penetration only for gay men? While anal sex can be uncomfortable, painful, or messy in some circumstances, it doesn’t have to be. Pain tolerance isn’t a necessary rite of passage when...

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Best Lube for Anal Sex: What We Recommend

As much as we wish it were, natural lubrication isn’t enough, especially if you have certain health conditions or are engaging in sexual activities, like anal sex. The right anal lube can make booty play feel amazing. But with so many lubes to choose from, it can be overwhelming.  Don’t worry, brave explorers; there is help in store!  Lubricants can help make sex more comfortable and pleasurable. Too much friction during sex can irritate the delicate anal tissues and increase the risk of tearing and infection.  But with lube and a little patience, anal play can be downright orgasmic. Lubricants...

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How Mutual Masturbation Can Spice Things Up in the Bathroom

There are plenty of reasons that it might be time to revamp your sex life. Maybe you and your partner have been together for years, and you feel like you have tried every sex position in the books. Or maybe your partner is going through some health issues, and your sex life needs to adapt to what you and your partner are comfortable doing. Have you ever really thought about the fact that you and your partner are most likely masturbating in your spare time? Time for self-love is essential and an absolute turn-on, but … can you imagine if...

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How to Incorporate Prostate Toys in Partner Play

Let's talk about spicing up the bedroom with some props. As you may know, toys can be incorporated into solo play. So why not add another element to the mix, such as another lover or two? Stimulating the prostate – whether through massage, sex toys, and/or pegging – is like slow-dancing. You can slow dance by yourself, but it’s probably easier (and much more fun!) with a partner. Inviting new toys and massagers into your sex life can already be daunting if you are new to prostate play. Adding sexual tools like prostate massagers to partner play includes much of...

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