Anal sex can be painful but with the right precautions and safety measures, it doesn't have to be that way. This article is for those who want to enjoy anal with health & safety in mind. This is not a place for shame or guilt for those who want to learn and want to be educated on sexual health topics and safety guides.
Already highly progressive, I wanted to create that safe space where people feel supported in learning and exploring their own individual sexuality and creating better, healthier relationships and intimacy in their lives with their partners. If this is not of interest to you, simply skip this article... If this is of interest to you, then continue to the article...simple! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About this NEW article - Well researched and written, this article is for those who enjoy anything anal and would like to learn how to do it safely with proper hygiene rules. Whether you are doing solo anal massage or any other anal self pleasure or you are enjoying anal pleasure or anal sex with a partner, this is one of those areas in intimacy that requires a high level of hygiene, safety tips and precautions - make NO mistake about it. This detailed article is divided into three key points -
Be it anal touching, kissing, massaging, stroking, rubbing or the actual anal sex, this is one of those areas of intimacy that absolutely requires top notch hygiene and safety practices. In this article, we cover tips to help you and your partner stay safe, healthy all the while enjoying anal pleasure with each other. In this article, we break it down in three sections - preparation, during and after anal sex so that you can be sure to check your safety list and be healthy along with your partner. Remember, be it anal or vaginal sex, communication and consent are key to being comfortable with each other in bed. With clear cut communication, you and your partner MUST discuss beforehand what you both desire out of this experience, what you both consent to and what you both are comfortable doing and at the same time, what you both are NOT willing to do. Respect and setting clear boundaries is crucial to having a pleasurable experience in the bedroom and being able to enjoy and cultivate true intimacy between you and your partner. Preparation is the key to keeping anal sex fun and safe so let's start with the tips below. Safety Tips for Preparation for Anal Sex - 1. Lube and oils are absolutely crucial for anything anal as the anal area is not self-lubricating unlike the vaginal area so make sure to pile up on lubricants as well as some sensual oils to help you and your partner be comfortable during the moment. Silicone lube is considered the best option for anal play or anal sex as it is thick and lasts a long time. 2. Make sure to cut your nails and make sure your partner does the same too! Anal area of the body is very sensitive plus it has thinner tissues than the vagina and the rest of the body and nails can be too sharp for such a sensitive area. 3. While researching safety tips for this article, one tip that popped up again and again but may not seem so obvious is to consider getting an enema or douche - it will help clean the anal area and prevent infections especially if you are planning to go deeper than 3 or 4 inch. 4. Having a bowel movement and then taking a shower or at a minimum washing well with a mild soap and the water is crucial. Anal sex is not exempt from STIs (sexually transmitted infections) - take bath before engaging in anything anal as that area must be cleaned very well with both water and soap. Use a very mild, gentle organic soap that is void of chemicals, artificial scents and perfumes. 5. If using silicone toys, make sure to get some water-based lube in advance as silicone lube will not work on silicone toys. 6. Use condoms to reduce the risk of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and also for men, it will help prevent any bacteria from bowels to stick to the penis skin. Another benefit condoms provide is that they will make it slippery which is exactly what you need for anal sex so make sure to have condoms on hand before starting your anal play. Safety Tips During Anal Sex - 1. When in the moment, it can be easy to forget or overlook but never move from anal to vaginal sex - it can lead to serious infections. 2. The anal area of our body is very sensitive and can tear very easily - avoid big sex toys or sharp nails or anything with sharp edges and too much stimulation at the beginning. Go slow and keep it simple until you and your partner know what works and what causes any discomfort or pain. This means that during anal play, have clear communication and some key words ready between the two of you - key words like 'stop' or 'slower' are going to help you both stay in the safe and comfortable zone. 3. If you are a beginner, then it is best in anal play to start with less and small - don't over stimulate - less is more here especially in the beginning, don't use too many toys, start with the smallest finger (your pinky) to explore and start with the smallest toy in the beginning; the mantra here is always that don't overdo it and stay safe. 4. Go longer with foreplay in order to relax yourself and your partner - the longer you do foreplay, the more you both will relax which is key to preventing pain and discomfort in anal sex. 5. Keep lubricating as anal area is dry and once you start the anal play, you will need to keep replenishing with the lube to avoid any pain or discomfort so keep the lube close-by and use it often during your anal play session. Safety Tips After Anal Sex - 1. If you are the giver (or you are doing solo) - for anal massage, the hands MUST be washed once done and before touching other parts of the body or anything else. 2. If you use sex toys, then make sure to wash them very well after use - use both water and soap. 3. Take a shower after your anal session ends - you do not want all those germs and bacteria sticking to your body as they can cause infections. 4. It is always a good idea to get tested often for STDs and STIs especially if you like to engage in anal sex. Talk to your partner and make it a priority to schedule an appointment with your doctor every few months. Who Should NOT Have Anal Sex - -If you are pregnant, check with your doctor first. -Those suffering from hemorrhoids or have any pains, scarring, bleeding or any other condition related to the anal area or the rectum, please consult your doctor first. -If you have fissures, you should not engage in anything anal - consult your doctor first as always. -Those with a history of perforations should not engage in anything anal - talk to your doctor first. Ref. (1). Ref. (2).
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