This episode is a celebration! It's Masturbation May, and we wanted to recognize the observance with an episode all about our self pleasure. Rather than an interview with someone in our community with intimate knowledge or life experiences related to the topic, we're going to be answering your questions and debunking myths surrounding masturbation. I hope you all find encouragement in this episode to take some time learning how to show yourself love and discovering all of the facets of your pleasure. We're often imparted with shame and guilt when it comes to masturbating, so it can be tough to work through that. I think it's a common experience for folks to have masturbation practices that have looked the same for a big chunk of their life, and those practices tend to be quick ways to make ourselves cum. But, masturbation can be so much more than getting ourselves to orgasm. It can be a meaningful way to connect with your body, prioritize your pleasure, and incorporate experimentation into your sex life. Recognize yourself as a sex partner that deserves special love and care, and I hope you all have a steamy, sexy night with yourself after listening to today's episode<3
There is an addition I'd like to make to one of the answers regarding safe sex practices during masturbation: in addition to cleaning your toys, it's important to know what your toys are made of. Some toys are made of a porous silicone, which can absorb water and bacteria in a way that can be harmful to your body. And some plastic toys might pose a risk of harm to your reproductive systems depending on its quality. Remember: these toys are going to be alllllllll up in the most absorbent parts of your body. Treat yourself with care and only purchase the toys that you know are made with safe materials. Beyond that, wash your hands before masturbating if you're going to use them! And only use body-safe lubes; while it's nice to spice things up during your masturbation practice, that doesn't mean use hot sauce as lube. Like seriously ... don't use hot sauce on your penis or vulva. And happy masturbating!!
This episode is a celebration! It's Masturbation May, and we wanted to recognize the observance with an episode all about our self pleasure. Rather than an interview with someone in our community with intimate knowledge or life experiences related to the topic, we're going to be answering your questions and debunking myths surrounding masturbation. I hope you all find encouragement in this episode to take some time learning how to show yourself love and discovering all of the facets of your pleasure. We're often imparted with shame and guilt when it comes to masturbating, so it can be tough to work through that. I think it's a common experience for folks to have masturbation practices that have looked the same for a big chunk of their life, and those practices tend to be quick ways to make ourselves cum. But, masturbation can be so much more than getting ourselves to orgasm. It can be a meaningful way to connect with your body, prioritize your pleasure, and incorporate experimentation into your sex life. Recognize yourself as a sex partner that deserves special love and care, and I hope you all have a steamy, sexy night with yourself after listening to today's episode<3
There is an addition I'd like to make to one of the answers regarding safe sex practices during masturbation: in addition to cleaning your toys, it's important to know what your toys are made of. Some toys are made of a porous silicone, which can absorb water and bacteria in a way that can be harmful to your body. And some plastic toys might pose a risk of harm to your reproductive systems depending on its quality. Remember: these toys are going to be alllllllll up in the most absorbent parts of your body. Treat yourself with care and only purchase the toys that you know are made with safe materials. Beyond that, wash your hands before masturbating if you're going to use them! And only use body-safe lubes; while it's nice to spice things up during your masturbation practice, that doesn't mean use hot sauce as lube. Like seriously ... don't use hot sauce on your penis or vulva. And happy masturbating!!