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by Konstance McCaffree: (01/05/2006)
What a wonderful question. So many people talk about masturbation but few ever describe how one might do it. For females it can vary from person to person, but here are some suggestions.
Generally, the clitoris (which is the small pea-like organ in front of the opening where urine comes out) is highly sensitive and can be stimulated by fingers, hands, rocking on an object such as a pillow, stuffed animal, running water in the tub, etc. The idea is to relax in a quiet place where you can feel the pleasure of touching your self where it feels good and you can increase the pressure on the clitoris.
Many people think that you have to put something inside of the vagina to get the pleasure but that isn't usually what brings the best stimulation for women. In heterosexual sex where the penis is assumed to create pleasure by going inside the vagina, that is not actually so. The stimulation of the movement of bodies (sometimes using fingers or other objects) over the clitoris is what creates pleasure for many women.
Sex toys can be helpful for some, but they don't need to be used at all. Some women use vibrators (labeled massagers in stores) to stimulate the clitoris but you can use fingers and other easily accessible objects that feels good.
You also may want to put a light towel or some other soft material over the clitoris if it gets too sensitive when rubbing it.
Have fun!Reviewed by: Patricia Fawver Ph.D. in Sexology
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