If you think we will be talking about some new arts and crafts tricks, then you are wrong. If you fancy trying something new in bed with your partner, continue reading. After ‘Queening’ and ‘Lotus’ sexual positions, now comes the Scissoring. Popularly known as a ‘lesbian sex move’, scissoring, as defined by Urban Dictionary is: “A lesbian sex act two partners interlock their spread legs – like two pairs of scissors – and grind their vulvae together to stimulate each other’s clitoris to orgasm.” Although the sexual position is used by female couples, you can enjoy scissoring regardless of which gender you or your partner identify with. If you are gay, bisexual or bi-curious women, read to know how to perfect this sexual position.

Beginner’s Guide to Scissoring

Practice makes a man (or woman) perfect. The same goes for all sexual acts and scissoring also takes time to perfect it. Like other sex positions, there’s more than one way to scissor with someone. Tami Rose, a sex and relationships expert told Metro, “Scissoring typically involves two bodies reclining on their sides and grinding, rubbing pelvic bones until you orgasm. Your position will resemble two scissors interlocking, hence the name.” She further adds, “You can be in a missionary position, doggy and can include penetration if you fancy it. The possibilities are endless.” The ‘Lotus’ is the Latest Hit Sex Position Among the Couples, Here’s Why it Makes the Ideal Intimate Position

The act is most often performed by sitting opposite one another and interlacing your legs. Once you’re in position, you’ll need to get so close that your genitals are touching in a way that excites and stimulates the senses. Make sure that the position is comfortable to both you and your partner. The other way to do scissoring is one partner lying on their side with one thigh held up, while the other straddles across their resting leg. The angle shouldn’t cause any strain or discomfort to both of you, after all, sex is about pleasure.

Things to Keep in Mind

Your sexual organs are delicate, so be gentle with your genitals. Find a speed and pressure that’s right for both partners. If you feel uncomfortable do not shy away and communicate with each other. Also, it is not necessary that you always reach an orgasm when involved in scissoring. So, take of the pressure of your shoulders and just enjoy. An orgasm shouldn’t have to be the end goal of every sexual experience. You can also use coconut oil or water-based lube to avoid friction rash.

You can still contract STIs from scissoring. Remember, you’re mingling all your genital fluids and have sexual and genital-to-genital contact, so they can be transmitted. Get your and your partner’s sexual health tests done before engaging in sex, so you don’t have anything to worry about. Also, scissoring might not be for everyone and if your first experience doesn’t go too well, don’t be afraid to be vocal about it. But there is no harm in giving it a try as this will be something new for you and your partner.

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