Masturbation during menstruation

Can you masturbate during your period?

Of course, and not just a little! For some people, the period isn't always conducive to this solitary pleasure, yet masturbation has its place during this phase of the cycle, and I'll explain why here.

Why masturbate during your period? What are the benefits?

I have good news for you: it's official, masturbation can help relieve menstrual pain and other unpleasant experiences related to this not always enjoyable period!

Womanizer and the menstrual cup brand Lunacopine have teamed up to conduct a study. For what purpose? To provide scientific proof of the benefits of masturbation during your period. This first global study was conducted under the responsibility of Dr. Christopher Ryan Jones, Clinical Psychologist and Sexologist, and was carried out over 5 months with 486 participants. Let me tell you, this study is serious. And here are the three pieces of information that are pleasing:

1 - Masturbation helps calm the pain related to periods (stomach, breasts, back...) and reduces diarrhea caused by contractions

2 - Masturbation helps reduce the frequency of pain related to periods

3 - Masturbation helps regulate mood during the pre-menstrual phase

But how is this possible? Well, quite simply because during masturbation and orgasm, the body produces and releases 3 hormones that do us a lot of good:

• Endorphin, which acts as a painkiller and leads to a feeling of well-being and relaxation
• Oxytocin, which has a beneficial effect on stress and anxiety, as well as aggression
• Dopamine, the hormone of pleasure and motivation

And this explosive cocktail obviously has an effect on our pain and mood!

If you want to read the full study, it's here!

How to masturbate during your period?

All of this is great, but how do you enjoy yourself during your period without making a mess? If you're afraid of staining your sheets, do it in your bath or shower! Plus, the hot water will help soothe any potential pain: best combo! With the help of a waterproof toy, the showerhead, or simply your fingers, you can enjoy yourself in your bath. You'll come out clean and relaxed, what more could you ask for?

For those who aren't big fans of aquatic onanism, you can also do it on your bed or any other place, simply by laying down on a thick towel.

If you only stimulate the external part of your clitoris, you can also keep your internal protection, whether it's a tampon or a cup. No one will know 🙂

NB: Of course, there is no obligation to touch yourself during your period. For many, it's a time when energy and libido are not at their peak, and that's okay. The combo of herbal tea, hot water bottle, and sleep works too 😉 

Alright, bye 💜