W e talked with Tara Ford, a physician assistant at the Medical Center for Female Sexuality in Purchase, New York, to learn everything you should know about having sex during menstruation — the good, the bad, and the slightly messy. Arousal is different for every woman, and some may be too distracted by their period and its annoyances to actually get in the mood for sex. But for others, menstruation could actually be a turn-on of sorts. Plus, your flow can serve as extra lubrication during sex, which can also increase pleasure. If you typically use a store-bought lubricant to help with dryness during sex , this may be your week to go natural. And some research suggests that orgasms can even relieve menstrual cramping and PMS. Every couple is different, and some people will be more open to it than others. Wearing a menstrual cup or a female condom can help reduce the amount of blood that might come out during intercourse, Ford says. Having sex in the missionary position, with the woman on her back, can also limit blood flow thanks, gravity!


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You don't have to take an entire week off from getting it on. But period sex comes with its own unique set of challenges. Here's what you should know about having sex on your period —the good, the bad, and the slightly messy. For the vast majority of people, the answer is yes. There are some rare exceptions, though. All of which is to say, it's essential to continue wearing a condom if you're unsure of your partner's status. You're still rolling the dice if you choose to have unprotected period sex, though, with both chances for pregnancy and contracting a sexually-transmitted infections STIs , so it's important to use some sort of birth control and especially a condom with someone you're not too familiar with during sex. Streicher says. Also important: the timing with which you have period sex. Minkin says.
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Here's everything you need to know about sexual intimacy during that time of the month, from infection risk to birth control. The virus may be present in menstrual blood. Therefore, doctors strongly encourage using a condom to decrease this risk. You may also be more prone to some infections in general at this time. Your vagina maintains a pH level of 3.