Some of the best sex positions for female orgasms

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If you don’t usually orgasm from penetration alone, this one might just be for you. Begin in the missionary sex position, on your back with your partner on top of you. Have them pull their body up towards your head so that their pelvis is slightly higher than yours.

Instead of thrusting in and out, they can move in more of a gentle grinding action against your pelvis to start off with. This can help stimulate your clit – the direct stimulation that some people need to reach female orgasm.

To turn things up a notch, place your legs on your partner’s shoulders for a new angle and deeper penetration.

Start on your hands and knees as your partner kneels behind you, holding onto your hips as they thrust in and out. To change the angle of penetration, get down on your elbows. The intensity of this position could allow for stimulation of the elusive G-spot.

Another position to try for a female orgasm is to lower your chest to the bed as you leave your hips high in the air and your partner crouches low.

Try using one hand to rub your clit or your partner could reach around with their hand and do the same.

This is another position that we feel is one of the best positions for female orgasm. Begin by lying on your back as your partner kneels in front of you. Whilst on your back, bend your knees and place your feet flat on the bed, then arch your hips up towards the ceiling so you’re in a low bridge. Your partner can then enter the space between your legs, holding your hips to use them as leverage.

The bridge is also a great position to introduce some clitoral stimulation with hands or even a sex toy. The Intense Delight Bullet Vibrator for example is small, easy to use, and delivers powerful vibrations which could complement The Bridge position perfectly.

To start with, ask your partner to lie down on the bed on their back, as you straddle them backwards so that you’re facing their feet. As you move up and down in a rhythmic pace, lean forward for a different angle, depth of penetration and sensation. If you want a bit of a twist, you can lean backwards using your hands to balance. Don’t be shy to play around to discover what feels best and go with it.

Your partner can run their fingers down your back or reach around and caress your chest and clit as they move in and out of you.

As well as being cute and intimate, as your partner will be cuddling you from behind, this is one of the easiest positions for dual stimulation. So it’s not just good for the male orgasm, it offers a great opportunity for female orgasm too. Lie on your sides with your partner behind you so that you’re both facing the same direction, as you push your bum towards them.

As they enter you, your partner can easily reach around and stimulate your clitoris. For some extra stimulation, ask them to gently press a vibrator to your favourite spots.

What could be more thrilling than your partner taking you against a wall for some toe-to-toe action. While this one may require a little more physical strength, especially if your partner decides to lift you as they penetrate you, it’s a great way to achieve a close connection physically and emotionally. Try wrapping one leg around theirs for a deeper angle and let their strength dominate the play as they bring you all the way to climax.

This one is ideal for that close embrace while staying wide open for deep penetration. You sit on your partner’s lap, wrapping your legs around their waist. Everything is easily accessible from this position – from passionate kissing to nipple and clitoris stimulation. Take it slow and take in the passion this position allows. 

Because everyone is different, there’s no ideal or perfect way to achieve an orgasm. It may require a combination of penetration and genital stimulation.¹ So, you and your partner can enjoy playing around to see what stimulates you the most to bring you all the way home. Try exploring the clitoral hood with a dildo, penis, mouth or fingers to see what brings you that earth-shattering O.  

This article is for general information only and not intended as a substitute for medical advice.

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