Sex Toys Blog

Psst. Gather round. We've been sitting on a secret at Lovehoney HQ - and no, it's not one of our remote control toys.

We've been beavering away in the background to bring you a Lovehoney first: the Sexual Happiness Podcast!

Hosted by long-term Lovehonians Jess, Nick, and yours truly, this weekly show features fascinating sex trivia, amazing guests, sizzling sex advice, and answers to all of your questions about living the sexiest life that you can.

You can listen on a whole host of your favourite platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Soundcloud, and PlayerFM. (And if you're listening on iTunes, why not leave us a review if you liked what you heard? We love getting your feedback!)

Don't forget, if you've got a question or a topic that you'd like us to address on the show (anonymously, of course), then you can drop us an email at podcast@lovehoney.com.

Happy listening!

Whether you like to change it up in the bedroom by contorting your body into a myriad of different positions or you depend on a handful of tried-and-tested favorites, making a few simple changes can elevate any sex position.

It's no secret that sex is best when you and your partner are both comfortable and present - it's more difficult to orgasm when you're busy thinking about other things (washing, dinner, work - delete as applicable).

Start by switching your phone to silent and telling your partner exactly what position you'd like to explore with them - you'll find that by saying it out loud it will definitely get you both in the mood.

Here, we've rounded up a few ways to make your favorite sex positions even better!

Do you enjoy having sex but find that you’re not often in the mood to initiate?

Do you wish you could get aroused more easily or desire your partner more often?

Put your seatbelts on because we’re going on a quick tour around the sex drive.

Sex drive or libido is basically how much or often someone desires sexual activity. It varies from person to person and there’s no such thing as a “normal” sex drive because everyone is different!

There’s nothing wrong with a lower sex drive as long as you’re happy, but if you decide you’d like to increase your sex drive there are a number of simple methods you can try.

Here’s my list of the best lifestyle changes you can make to put that sex drive into overdrive.

One of the biggest misconceptions that people have about lingerie is that you need a certain type of body for it.

In the past, I was definitely guilty of thinking I needed to look like a Victoria’s Secret Angel to even think about rocking a corset or suspenders.

But – newsflash – this is total B.S.

It’s 2018, and time to stop believing that you can only wear sexy lingerie if you’re a certain size with no cellulite or stretch marks.

Lingerie is for everyone, whatever your appearance or gender identity.

In fact, wearing lingerie can make you more confident.

‘How?’ you ask.

Well, here’s my roundup of the 5 ways that wearing lingerie can give you the confidence boost that you deserve both in the bedroom and outside of it.

In the 21st century, pornography and erotica are never more than a Google search away.

For as long as the internet has existed people have used it to find porn, and the availability and range of content means that online porn and erotica seem to be most people's preferred way of getting in the mood.

But looking at porn isn't the only way to turn yourself on. There are lots of ways to get yourself excited without any need for your favourite adult website.

Tumblr's ban on pornographic content at the end of 2018 got me thinking about some of these alternative ways to turn yourself on.

Here are some of my suggestions for when you're on your own and ready to get a little raunchy...

Curious about butt plugs? Want to know what they feel like and why people use them? You've come to the right place.

Your butthole is packed with sensitive nerve endings that can feel incredible when stimulated. But how do you get to them when they're tucked away in your butt? Of course, a finger or a willing partner's penis can help you out, but there is another, super-pleasurable option if you're keen for a little bumfunnery.

Enter the trusty butt plug: an intrepid little toy that's shaped to fit your body and more than happy to help you explore the pleasures that lie beyond your backdoor.

Butt plugs come in different shapes, sizes and materials, so which one's best for you will depend on your experience, anatomy and what kind of sensations you're after.

With the right prep and progression, a butt plug can offer a new, and potentially more intense, way to orgasm.

Read on to find out how...

The term 'self care' has become a bit of a buzzword over the last few years.

And while the two words clearly mean lots of different things to different people (a quick scroll through Instagram posts tagged #selfcare brings up 12 skin care adverts, a lot of gym selfies and a Kermit the Frog meme) at their core is a pretty simple idea:

Actively taking control of your personal wellbeing.

From using mindfulness techniques to help you focus on the moment to Marie Kondo-ing your bedroom, everyone can introduce a little bit of self care into their sex lives, too.

Here's how...

Last week, we spoke on the Lovehoney YouTube channel about squirting and Jess explained what squirting is (and what it isn't) so you know the difference between a squirt and female ejaculation.

This week, we're following up with part 2 of our squirting sequel with 'How to Squirt'!

In this sex advice video, Jess gives you her top tips for how to squirt when you masturbate, as well as how to make your partner squirt during couples play.

Watch the vlog above to find out more and remember it's all about Stimulation, Hydration, and Relaxation.

We've also listed our favourite toys to help you discover squirting orgasms here.

What is squirting?

Not to be confused with female ejaculation, squirting (sometimes referred to as gushing) is the involuntary release of fluid during intimate stimulation on a person with a vulva.

But what is the fluid? And why does it occur?

Jess tells you everything we know about squirting orgasms in this weeks YouTube video.

Come back next week to find out how to squirt!