Although orgasms may be elusive or few and far between for some people, once you figure out your own body and your partner(s)’ body, there is a whole world of pleasure awaiting your exploration. You may have heard of having multiple orgasms, but did you know there are actually multiple different types of orgasms? Here are all the different ways you can orgasm:
Clitoral
Okay, this one is pretty obvious. By now, you probably already know that most women cannot orgasm without at least some clitoral stimulation. A lot of women only ever have this type of orgasm as it is the easiest and most accessible way to orgasm, especially during solo play. This type of orgasm is great for anyone who has a vulva or is having sex with someone who has a vulva and can be greatly enhanced by experimenting with masturbation, vibrators, and various different types of stimulation.
G-Spot
This is the type of orgasm you have probably heard the most about or tried the hardest to have. The G-spot, located on the top wall of the inside of the vagina, is a small, yet not insignificant area of the female anatomy. When pressure is applied to this area in combination with other activity, it can cause a lot of pleasure and excitement and potentially even extreme orgasms. Because of its placement, it is actually easier to reach with fingers or in sex positions (such as doggie style) where the female partner on the receiving end is not facing the partner on the giving end. This allows for better angles and more accurate reach to the area, resulting in more intense and more frequent orgasms.
Blended
A combination of the two above-listed orgasms, the blended orgasm happens when the g-spot and the clitoris are stimulated simultaneously. Really, the g-spot is actually just another access point for the deeper, more internally located portions of the clitoris. In stimulating both points at the same time, the giving partner is actually covering more of the clitoris than is possible in either one or the other. These orgasms can be intense if reached properly, though they make take more time and foreplay to make happen.
Squirting
Sometimes when a woman has a blended orgasm, it results in a phenomenon most often referred to as “squirting.” Squirting, or female ejaculation, is not uncommon or mythical, though not everyone experiences it or needs to experience it to enjoy the orgasm. When both the clitoris and the g-spot are stimulated, you are more likely (though not guaranteed) to emit some fluid similar to the way that males ejaculate. This can be enhanced by pressing down on the stomach area while providing stimulation to these other areas.
A-Spot
A few inches past the g-spot right before the cervix, on the anterior side closest to your stomach, is a lesser-known focal point for female pleasure known as the A-spot, also known as the anterior fornex erogenous zone. Because it is so deep inside the vagina, many people with penises have difficulty reaching it without the help of a toy or using their fingers. Once the A-spot is stimulated, you should notice the female partner getting wetter and the pleasure she experiences through this action, and after this action will be more intense and more likely to result in orgasm. When you are more aroused, it is easier to find the A-spot. This A-spot is not a specific organ but is an area where the clitoris can be stimulated through your vagina. This is the same for the O-spot, which is talked about next. Since the clitoris is actually a larger organ than what is visible outside of the body and looks like a wishbone structure, it has nerve ending that travel on both sides of the vagina and can get engorged with blood to make it more sensitive.
O-Spot
If you found the A-spot, then rotate your fingers around to the opposite vaginal wall to find the even lesser-known O-spot tucked in behind the cervix. Whereas the G-spot feels a little more hard, the O-spot is often described as “spongy.” Stimulating this spot in combination with the G-spot with a toy, fingers, or a penis can provide extreme pleasure and sometimes even ejaculation. It is considered the “deep spot” so it may be a little difficult to reach but if you tighten your muscles while being penetrated, it can help push the area closer to be able to reach easier.
P-Spot
The P-spot, also called the posterior fornex, is located on the posterior side of the vaginal wall towards the back near the cervix. Since it is just opposite from the G-spot, if you are using to toy for the G-spot, just flip the toy around in the downward position and you will find the P-spot. Doggy style usually works best to hit this spot as does anal sex.
Cervical
Although you want to avoid vigorous contact with the cervix, especially without sufficient foreplay and/or lubrication, cervical stimulation can actually feel really good when done well. This is especially true around ovulation, when the female body is more receptive to cervical stimulation. Also, once your partner is fully aroused, the cervix will be easier to find as the distance between the entrance of the vagina and the cervix becomes shorter. Firm yet gentle pressure around the cervix can result in a full-body orgasm.
Anal
Despite the inhibitions or anxieties you may have with backdoor sexual activity, anal orgasms can actually be one of the most intense types of orgasms you’ll ever have if done right. This is particularly true for men, who have what some call a “P-spot”, also called the Prostate spot. Similar to the concept of a woman’s g-spot, the p-spot is an area inside the anus from where the prostate can be stimulated to the point of orgasm. Even if this exploration does not result in orgasm, it can heighten the pleasure and intensity of another type of orgasm for either partner.
If you think you have never had or experienced any of these types of orgasms, it is a good idea to try first through self-stimulation then through partner play. There may be a little bit of a learning curve with some of these orgasms, but the work is well worth it to experience new and greater forms of pleasure than you may have otherwise previously experienced. Want to know more about improving or enhancing your sex life? Dr. Stacy Friedman holds a Doctorate degree in Human Sexuality in addition to a Masters in Clinical Sexology and is a Certified Sex Coach. She offers remote complimentary 15-minute consultations and ongoing coaching sessions and can be found at DrStacyFriedman.com.
