Sex and masturbating whilst on your period | AD spon

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 In light of May 28th being world menstrual hygiene day, I wanted to discuss the stigma around 

masturbating when you're menstruating. Sex and masturbation is still a hugely taboo topic in regards to 

sex and wellness, but especially women's sex and wellness. When you talk about the two together and the 

idea of masturbating or having sex when you're menstruating a lot of people are turned off. However this 

can actually be really beneficial for the women as well as providing stronger and more intense orgasms.

Satisfyer are leading the conversation and normalising the idea of listening to our bodies and what they 

want. For many women their hormones are intensified throughout their period, meaning that they're 

sexual desires are increased. The negative discussions regarding pleasure and menstruation surround 

the blood and the thought of 'making a mess', are making women afraid to be them true selves. 

BENEFITS

Eases cramps - Menstrual cramps are your uterus walls contracting to release the lining. When you have 

an orgasm the muscles also contract, and then release. The release will bring your cramps some relief. Sex 

also produces endorphins, which make you feel good, working as a distraction from the cramps and pain. 

The endorphins that are released from an orgasm, are said to also help relieve stress and headaches. 

Shorter periods - Having sex or masturbating on/during your period can actually result in a shorter 

cycle. With every orgasm that you have your uterus will contact, and with every contraction the blood 

removes faster than it would on it's own. 

MYTHS

You can't get pregnant - Although your chances of falling pregnant are reduced, it is still possible. As 

sperm can live up to 7 days inside of you and ovulation can happen close to having a period, it is likely. 

Increased risk of infection - Unless you are keeping in a tampon, wearing an form of sanitary product 

for more than the recommend time, or using/doing something that isn't intended for that purpose, there 

is no increased risk of infection. When having penetrative sex, a tampon should be taken out and removed 

prior as there is no need for both. It's important to make sure that you clean yourself up thoroughly 

afterwards (both when menstruating and not) to avoid common side affects such as a water infection. 

Check out my blog post on sex aftercare here. 

No condoms needed -  Just because you are on your period, doesn't mean STI's magically disappear. 

Although your chances of getting pregnant on your period is significantly reduced, the risk of catching 

an unwanted STI isn't. As blood is involved there is also a higher risk of catching HIV or syphilis. As 

condoms are the only form of protection to protect you against both unplanned pregnancies and STI's 

it's recommend that you use them even engaging in sex on your's or someone else's period.

MASTURBATION

In a recent study it was shown that over 90% of women recommend masturbating whilst on their 

period. Regular masturbation can help to reduce symptoms such as; cramps, headaches, breast pain, 

bloating and back ache. During menstruation there is an increased blood flow which can increase 

arousal, sensitivity and pleasure, resulting in stronger orgasms. 

Yes, masturbating during your period can get slightly messy, however there are easy ways to help the 

situation. Simple options include putting a dark coloured towel down, having wipes nearby and having sex 

in the shower. Focusing on clitoral and external pleasure and stimulation is a go to. Pleasure doesn't just 

have to be penetrative. Sex toys such as; Satisfyer love triangle*, Satisfyer pro 2, Satisfyer curvy 3 and 

Satisfyer dual love are all perfect for achieving maximum pleasure, with minimal mess. 

xoxo

Lea-Mai

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