Tips and Tricks for Better Sex and Sexual Pleasure

Sex Toys for Women: An Introduction

If you've never owned a sex toy (or even if you have a small collection), the variety of types available and the various names by which they're called can be confusing. Here's a brief primer on the main types of toys and their various uses.
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Sex Toys are Dirty

Maybe the closest you've ever come to a sex toy is a gag gift at a bachelorette party. Maybe you have an unopened vibrator in a dresser drawer somewhere. Maybe you think only naughty women use such things.
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Getting More from Your Vibrator

Vibrators are fun for almost everyone, but are especially popular amongst women: using a vibrator clitorally is the easiest way for most women to reach orgasm. Here are some basic tips for getting the most out of your vibrator:

• If you feel comfortable making a little noise, then you'll probably find that letting yourself moan or sigh on your exhalations will improve the whole experience. Moving or rocking your hips rhythmically, in time with your breathing, can also make a big difference.
• If the vibrations are the right speed for you but seem too intense, then you might try either draping a thin cloth between your clit and the vibrator or else leaving a light article of clothing on. You can also try moving the vibrator to the side of your clitoris rather than keeping your vibrator directly on it.
• Just to see whether you prefer this sensation, try using lighter pressure but moving the head of the vibrator on your clit, rather than keeping it stationary and using heavy pressure.

— Excerpted from "A Guide to Sex Toys" at the Society for Human Sexuality