If You Feel Horny on Your Period, a Sex Therapist Says Why It’s Normal

How can you pleasure yourself when you’re on your period?

First things first, the Married at First Sight relationship expert shared the perks of having a regular intimate care routine, especially during that time of the month. Put simply, she said, “It makes you feel more open and receptive.”

And there’s no reason your significant other can’t join in on the fun.

“There’s shower sex,” Dr. Coles suggested for anyone bothered by messiness. “And if you’re looking to have oral sex during your period, you can use a tampon, a sponge or a menstrual cup. Periods make a great lubricant, too—it’s very natural and it’s free.”

She added, “Having wipes nearby can also keep things sexy and clean if you’re a little squeamish or if your partner is.”

What are the benefits of pleasuring yourself when you’re on your period?

No funny business here, it turns out there are many health and wellness benefits to feeding your insatiable desire.

As Dr. Coles put it, “If you’re looking to enhance the sexual pleasure that comes from the hormone release and the physiological releases during your period, I’m a big proponent of making sure you ride that wave.”

“It can make you feel better,” she continued. “It will shorten your period, it can make your period cramps feel less painful. There are so many good things that can happen when you experience pleasure.”