Sex During Menstruation

Don’t let a little blood stop you from having a great time! Here, tips on getting it on when you’re menstruating. The best position for minimal mess involves your partner straddling you while you’re on your back, a move which slows blood flow. Of course, it’s always best to throw an old towel down in this scenario! Or, protect your sheets by wearing one of the newer forms of menstrual cups, like the INSTEAD Softcup. Inserted deep inside the vagina, the cup collects menstrual blood in its dome-like base. The cup works like a tampon, but it can be safely worn—although not felt—during sex. When having sex during your period, know that you are even more susceptible to STDs, as most can pass through menstrual blood. And yeah, you can get pregnant. So period sex should still be protected sex. Enjoy the experience more by being smart!