Question: What the heck even are nipple orgasms? And are they even possible?

Ok, is this even possible? Can you orgasm through your nipples?

Yes!  The nipples are truly amazing and underrated. Like so many other erogenous zones, the breasts are jam packed with nerves. When stimulated, it can be highly arousing … and even orgasmic. An orgasm is an orgasm is an orgasm, but when they begin in different parts of the body, the sensations can be different.

How does these nipple orgasms even happen.

The nipples have a ton of nerve endings. They are highly sensitive to touch. Studies have shown that the nerve endings in the nipples stimulate the clitoris. They are interconnected as part of a vastly complex network. Basically the same part of your brain that is activated when you touch the genitals lights up when you stimulate the nipples. So the brain doesn't really know the difference for some people.

Are they common?

This won't work for everyone. All bodies are different and so the idea that stimulating the nipples alone can bring you to orgasm is on the low end. That being said, people who love nipple play would benefit from incorporating it into all their other play to create amped up and pleasure and blended orgasms.

Basically, it's not a competition and no orgasm is better than any other. It's just wonderful to be curious and try things that interest you to amplify your experiences. 

How to stimulate the nipples.

If you'd like to try having a nipple orgasm, here's what to do. Keep in mind that it's OK to stop or add in another toy to the clitoris and/or vagina, if you start to get bored or feel chafed and over it. 

Have your partner stimulate your nipples gently at first with their fingertips or tongue. You can increase sensation as you move along and become more aroused. If you want it harder, say so. Communication is key here, and honestly, it’s pretty hot to tell your partner how you want to.

If you try to rush it, you will not have the orgasm. You’ll need to devote at least a half hour to this play, but likely even longer. Don’t put a timeframe on it. Just enjoy yourself. We’re often so rushed to get off that we can’t get off at all. Listen to your body. Lean in to what feels good. Breathe deeply into the sensations. Focus. Mindfulness can be a huge asset here to stay present in the here and now.

The take-home message.

That bodies are incredibly diverse and are capable of all kinds of amazing pleasure. What you really need to have an amazing sex life is not the ability to orgasm from a bunch of different things in a million ways, but to have curiosity and interest in discovering new things about your body, sex, and pleasure.

XOXO Gigi

This article originally appeared as an interview with Women’s Health.

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