Pleasure has few bounds, and mutual masturbation is no exception.
What is mutual masturbation?
Conversely, two or more people can simultaneously stimulate each other’s genitals.
So, like solo masturbation but with more people and variations?
Plus, she says it can be a fun activity to add to your sexual repertoire.
The benefits of masturbating with a partner:
Exploring sex outside of penetration.
Improved mood.
Zero risk of STI transmission.
Even with partner-assisted masturbation, the risk of transmission is significantly reduced.
Pain-free orgasms.
Plus, Geter points out that for people who experiencepain with penetration, masturbation can be helpful.
Because it provides an alternative (but still pleasurable!)
way to enjoy sexual play, bonding with a partner, and other sexual behaviors without experiencing discomfort.
Sensory appeal.
Learning how to pleasure the other person.
When partners watch each other masturbate, it’s a great way toseewhat the other likes physically.
Guaranteed pleasure.
A pleasurable compromise when partners' libidos aren’t in sync.
Consider it a pleasurable compromise.
More variety.
And unlike most forms of sex, there are fewer restrictions.
Positions, methods, and tips.
Here are a few tips and places to start:
Communicate openly.
All you have to do is talk about it openly.
Sometimes, that may be easier said than done.
According to Sweet, talking about sexual desire is the hardest part for a lot of couples.
“And above all else, don’t ‘yuck’ your partner’s ‘yum!'”
Set the scene.
Make eye contact.
Another idea is to maintain eye contact to increase intimacy and heat things up even more.
Include accessories and sex toys.
Like you do when you’re by yourself, using your hands is a great go-to for mutual masturbation.
Use “anything that helps you stimulate your body for arousal and potential orgasms,” she advises.
Try the ol’ sixty-nine.
Remember, there are many positions you could venture to kindly yourself and your partner.
“This allows each partner to access each other’s genital areas and stimulate at the same time.”
it’s possible for you to also take turns and pleasure each other one at a time.
Try straddling.
In this position, she says you’re free to easily stimulate each other.
“It also gives the partner lying down a really great view of you pleasuring yourself.”
For long-distance & virtual sex.
Take advantage and get creative.
Potential risks.
While the risks of mutual masturbation are relatively low, it’s not 100% safe.
Another major risk to keep in mind is limited privacy.
The bottom line.
Here’s the consensus: Masturbation, whether solo or mutual, is great foranyone.
Mutual masturbation is an incredibly intimate activity that lets you connect with your partner in a new way.
