For those of you who have never tried masturbating and want to give it a go, or for others who want to spice things up a bit and try some new techniques, we have some tips of different ways you can masturbate!

Clitoral: Most people use their fingers to stimulate their clitoris, but using a sex toy or sexual aid like a vibrator or shower head can lead to a whole new world of sensation! - Vaginal: Use your fingers or a sex toy like a dildo to penetrate your vagina during solo play, and feel the pleasure your body has to offer!

Anal: Yes, many women love the sensation of anal and many choose to masturbate this way! You can also use your fingers for anal play, but a toy like a butt-plug is better for deeper penetration!

Combo: Combo masturbating is all about preference and stimulating your clitoris, vagina, anus, nipples etc. at the same time! You can use your hands, or a combination of hands and sex toys – whatever you prefer!

Erogenous Zones: Finally, your erogenous zones include your nipples, neck, inner thighs and other parts of your body that elicit a sexual response. By tugging, teasing, or playing with these areas when you masturbate, it can help heighten the overall experience!

Ladies, we all know how good masturbating feels. But did you know doing the deed comes with some serious health benefits too!

Masturbating can help:

• Relieves stress
• Put you in a good mood after the release of an orgasm-induced endorphin
• Strengthen your pelvic floor
• Relieve menstrual cramps
• Strengthen your immune system! (Who would have thought?)
• Sleep better
• Boost your mood
• To relax and release sexual tension
• Helps to feel pleasure and can result in having better sex
• You can gain a better understanding of your wants and needs
• Self-pleasuring also helps avoid sexually transmitted diseases

Zoldan, R. J. 2018. 14 Benefits of Female Masturbation and Why Every Woman Should Do It. [Online]. [Accessed 23 April 2020]. Available from: https://www.self.com/story/13-reasons-every-woman-should-masturbate-besides-the-obvious

Healthline. How to Masturbate with a Vagina: 28 Tips and Tricks for Solo Play. [Online]. [Accessed 22 April 2020]. Available from: https://www.healthline.com/health/womens-health/how-to-masturbate-for-women#Its-great-for-your-health )