For most women, there are two kinds of orgasm. The first type is from stimulation of the clitoris by hand, mouth, or toys. The second type is from penetration such as penis- in- vagina sex, digital manipulation or toy penetration. Another type of orgasm, mostly thought to be a kind of sexual urban legend, is orgasm through nipple stimulation.

Like the clitoris and the g-spot, each nipple has hundreds of nerve endings ready to receive pleasure. Stimulation of the nipples and areola causes release of oxytocin. This feel-good hormone gets the gears moving toward heightened arousal, and possible orgasm with little to no genital stimulation. Anecdotally, between 1% to 15% if women have reported in a non-scientific poll to experience nipple only orgasm, or "nipple-gasm". Along the lines of anecdotal evidence, males have reported experiencing orgasm solely from nipple stimulation. So you fellas might want to pay attention to your under-utilized erogenous zones.

Interested in giving the possibility of a nipple orgasm a try? Here are some tips to explore to see whether you are part of the nipple-gasm crowd. Whether alone or with a partner, and whether you are a male or female, these tips are a good starting off point. Even if you do not achieve a nipple orgasm, I am sure you will have a good time trying!

Be ready to experiment

Don't be afraid to try different techniques for nipple stimulation. You or your partner can try manual or oral stimulation or try out vibration toys or nipple clamps. Use some lubrication, perhaps even a tingling or warming lube to heighten your sensitivity.

Start slow

Don't feel like you need to go for that Big O right out of the gate. Start with focusing more on the nipples during foreplay or during masturbation, and see how your body responds. Perhaps even see if once you are feeling it, a little more rough or even pain play is feeling good for you. Nipple clamps come in many styles and pressure levels, for all types of play. At Badd Kitty, we have those that are mostly decorative and ranging through the vibrating ones and ending with the weighted clamps for those who like pain to stimulate the action. There is a set that will meet your needs!

Do Kegel exercises while you are stimulating your nipples

Because like any other orgasm, a nipple orgasm happens in the genitals, doing Kegel exercises can help stimulate the nerves in the vagina or penis and help bring on the fireworks. Read more about Kegel exercises in our blog

Fantasize

While you are diving into nipple stimulation with an eye toward that elusive nipple orgasm, let your mind take over. With or without a partner, let yourself fall into a fantasy that will help heighten your pleasure.

Relax

Nothing makes an orgasm harder to achieve than stress. Do not make the mistake of focusing so much on the finish line that you miss the race. Relax and take your time to gauge your body's response to this new thing you are trying.

Learning more ways to have pleasure and be comfortable with your body is always a positive. Exploring and expanding on what feels good to you will always be a plus, even if you have that orgasm the "old fashioned way".

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