But opening this proverbial door can feel murky for some couples, whether it’s due to lack of experience, nerves, or even shyness. So, how do you, well, begin? “Be patient with each other. Don’t force it,” says certified sex therapist, Jacqueline N. Mendez, LMFT. “Sex toys are about having fun and learning about what feels good to you.”
Mendez puts adult toys into six primary categories: vibrators, dildos, anal toys, sleeves, pumps (toys that provide sucking sensations), and packers (aka prosthetics). In the spirit of demystifying couple’s play, we’re breaking down the best places to start for beginners, starting with the shame-free and sex-positive options from JimmyJane™—the brand on a mission to make sexual wellness fun and empowering.
Once you start experimenting, keep the dialogue open and honest with your partner. “It’s easier to talk about sex toys with partners when someone speaks about it from how it helped them feel versus what it is supposed to do—especially if one partner is more experienced than the other,” advises Mendez. From there, Mendez says, it’s all about consent—how and where the gadget will be used—whether you’re using it as the star of the show or for foreplay. Get ready to turn up the heat with the picks below.
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