Tips for safe anal sex

Anal sex shouldn't be sprung as a surprise on anyone. Here are some basic tips:

By: Nirmalya Dutta | | Updated: June 25, 2014 6:42 pm

Anal sex lies in that grey territory where a lot of couples want to try it out but are too worried about how to do it. Here are some tips to get you started:

We’re not telling you not to get excited, just that don’t just spring the idea on someone without any precautions. Keep lubrication handy, because unlike the vagina, the anus doesn’t have natural lubricants. If you’ve never had anal sex, you can try smaller things like digit (finger) penetration, a sex toy or a butt plug to see if the woman’s comfortable with it.

DO NOT forget the condoms

Anal sex can lead to STDs, we can’t stress the importance of using a condom while engaging in this activity. Also to prevent infections you should use separate condoms for vaginal and anal sex.

Lubrication tips

One very important thing to keep in mind is the kind of lubrication you use. If you’re using a latex condom, you need to stay away from oil-based lubricants like petroleum jelly, hand lotion or cold cream as they can react with latex and dissolve it. Instead, opt for water-based or silicone based jellies. Read more about lubricants here.

The most important thing you need to remember however is that sex is something that’s supposed to be fun and enjoyable for both partners. Anal sex like other non-standard sexual activities might not be pleasurable for everyone. If you or your partner don’t want to do it, just don’t.

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Published : June 18, 2014 9:55 am | Updated:June 25, 2014 6:42 pm

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