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This one has been proven to be tried and true. Some would say ‘been there, done that’, but you can always reinvent yourself to add excitement to your relationship with this position. The Missionary Position has been approved by many cultures and also a number of religions throughout the world.
The name may be said differently but the position is the same.
| LANGUAGES | TRANSLATIONS |
| English | missionary position |
| French | position du missionaire |
| German | missionarsstellung |
| Irish | seasamh misinéireachta |
| Italian | posizione del missionario |
| Russian | миссионерская поза-missionerskaya poza |
| Spanish | posición del misionero |
| Turkish | misyoner pozisyonu |
| Welsh | safle cenhadol |
The couple for this position lies face to face with the male on top for sexual intercourse. By lying face to face, it makes you take in your partner. You are able to see their facial expression. You both can play off one another.
A while ago one could say this position was once considered a modest way to have sex for some. The female could leave clothing on the top half of herself. Only letting her partner see as much as she wishes. Having the top half of you clothed while in the act can prove to be beneficial when your child unexpectedly comes into the room. Mommy or Daddy can keep their cool and tell them that they will be out in a few minutes, giving them that extra few minutes to finish up.
A potential benefit, it can be more comfortable if your partner has a tilted uterus. By lying on their back, it makes their uterus fall back, making it enjoyable during penetration. If you have a tilted uterus, using other positions during intercourse can cause the uterus to become sore because of the penis pushing on it. It may feel pleasing at the time because you are in the moment, for that matter, you have adrenaline running through your system, causing you to stay in the moment. But if you are one who experiences pain after intercourse, you could be irritating your uterus without even knowing it. Talk to your physician about your concerns, they may be able to offer other advice to make your sexual experience a wonderful time for you.
There are many ways to enhance this position, such as adding a water based lubricant to help with the flow. Another fun tip is to throw down an inexpensive plastic drop cloth wherever you wish to play, pour lube on it, spread it around and have fun rolling around on the cloth. Assume the position and have a fun slip and slide.
For another different way to enjoy missionary style, try placing a fluffy pillow under her butt, it makes it soft for her and gives extra support to her back, but for him, he is able to have a deeper penetration. This will give them both a highly satisfying experience.
The final idea for the missionary position is to just go slow, taking in the moment. Breathe in the enjoyment, let it fill you with a pleasure that you both deserve. Savor being one with your partner. It truly is an all-encompassing experience.
Find what works for you. Always be consensual and practice safe sex. Happy sex.