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Articles here at the Cara Sutra sex blog cover the entire spectrum of sexuality, discussing everything pertinent to the world of intimate pleasure and romantic relationships. You’ll find a wealth of sex tips and advice to help you enjoy higher levels of stimulation and enjoyment whether you prefer to play solo or with a partner. Relationships and dating can be tricky areas to navigate successfully, so read up on real experiences here on the blog from both myself and expert guest authors who share their relationship advice.

If you’re ready for the decadently darker side of sex, peer into the world of bondage and spanking… you’ll find plenty of advice articles here for beginners all the way up to veteran kinksters. The kinky sex tips and BDSM articles are sure to help you enjoy not only breathtakingly exciting power exchange playtimes, but ensure you’re both completely safe and emotionally comfortable at all times.

From time to time I write about the sexuality themed highlights of the year, such as National Orgasm Day, International Women’s Day, Organic Intimacy Week, LGBTQ+ Pride Month, Movember and more. You’ll also find fun and helpful seasonal articles covering such themes as romantic gift guides for Valentine’s Day and Christmas, spicing up the Halloween season in a sexy way and enjoying some red hot summer loving.

My sex positive articles are entertaining as well as educational, balancing a light approachable tone with an in depth look at the heart of sex and sexuality. I hope you enjoy reading all my articles.

Autofellatio: How To Suck Your Own Cock

So you want to learn how to suck your own dick. There’s anecdotal and photographic evidence that self-sucking is definitely possible for some people with a penis. You feel able-bodied and flexible enough. How do you do it? What’s the best position? Are there any safety guidelines?

Using All Five Senses During Sex

Ever wondered how your senses might be connected to your sexuality? How can greater awareness of this connection lead to an enhanced enjoyment of erotic intimacy? In this comprehensive exploration by Jon Pressick from sexinwords.ca, you can look forward to finding out about using all five senses during sex. Sight, sound, taste, touch and scent*. Let's get started!

How To Have A Sexy Easter

Sex probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind when you think about Easter. This time of year, we celebrate spring and devour chocolate eggs. However, when you look at the origins of Easter, it’s more sex-related than you might think.

Seven Deadly Sex Sins

What follows is an examination of the Seven Deadly Sins - or rather, the Seven Deadly Sex Sins - by Jon Pressick from sexinwords.ca. So, what are the 7 deadly sins? They are Lust, Gluttony, Sloth, Greed, Envy, Wrath & Pride (and this is the order they're written about, below). Over to you, Jon!

What Does BDSM Stand For?

BDSM is an acronym, so each initial stands for a different word. Appropriately, it’s an unusual one: there are three sets of two couplets within this acronym.

Benefits Of A Regular Sex Life In Middle-Age

When I was younger, I thought sex was strictly reserved for the young. People in their 40s, 50s, 60s and older having sex? Talk to the hand! Time marches on for all of us though, and as I approach my mid-40s myself I have to admit that I was totally wrong. Not only do I still have a strong libido and active love life, there are various unexpected benefits to a regular sex life in middle-age as well.
Edging In Masturbation How To Edge And Why You Should Try

What Is Edging In Masturbation? How To ‘Edge’ & Why You Should Try It

Experimenting with new bedroom techniques, positions and sensations is a great way to ensure your sex life remains healthy and varied. It's easy to discount masturbation as not really part of your 'sex life', but don't make that mistake - exploring new solo sexual ventures keeps things fresh and exciting. You're worth it!

2022 Plans

We have various plans for 2022, our first full year as husband and wife. I'm reluctant to make plans which are too ambitious or outlandish because, as 2020 taught us all, absolutely anything could happen. That said, I'm still going to list our main plans for 2022 below, as putting them in black and white helps me maintain focus and makes the goals feel a little more tangible and certain.

Vaginismus: How To Ease Vaginal Tightness

Vaginismus is a condition where the muscles in and around the vagina spasm and painfully tighten during penetration. This tightening is involuntary; the person suffering with vaginismus has no control over it and is unable to make it stop.

Using Ice Cubes In Sex And Masturbation

I really struggle with the heat in summer. It's annoying being far too hot all the time –not to mention the resulting dent in my libido. That said, I've been using ice cubes during sex & masturbation for years, which is certainly a big help during a heatwave. Let me share some of my icy sexual pleasure tips with you here today.

Countries Where Sex Toys Are Banned

If you're a sex toy fan it's important that you do your research about the countries where sex toys are banned. Find out whether you can take your vibrators on vacation without legal repercussions or embarrassment while going through security.

How To Measure Your Penis For Best Cock Ring Fit

Cock rings: What are they, why do people use them and what are my top recommendations? These small but effective sex accessories can be stretchy or rigid, and sit at the base of the penis shaft or around both penis shaft and testicles together. A cock ring might be worn for the wearer’s pleasure only, or to provide stimulation to both partners during sex. Because a love ring is worn around a sensitive part of the body, it’s imperative that you get the right size. Today I’ll explain how to measure yourself for a cock ring.

App-Controlled Sex Toys Guide

Every industry is striving to provide customers with the latest technological advancements in their products, and the sex toy industry is no different. That's right, there are smartphone app controlled sex toys! Read on to find out more about these app-controlled vibrators and internet enabled vibrators.

How To Recycle Your Old Sex Toys & Dispose Of Broken Vibrators

Ready to declutter and unburden yourself from any belongings which don't spark joy? For 'belongings' read sex toys, and for 'joy' read orgasms. Today I want to discuss how to recycle your old sex toys, and the correct way to dispose of broken vibrators.

Is Too Much Masturbation Dangerous? Can You Wank Too Much?

There are lots of myths and misinformation about masturbating, so I’m here to set the record straight. Can you masturbate too much? Is excessive wanking dangerous? Long story short: although masturbation is definitely a private pleasure, it’s also nothing to feel guilty about and it doesn't cause any harm.

Coconut Oil Sexual Lubricant Guide

Coconut oil is one of those things I've heard plenty about, but I'm still not exactly sure what I can and can't use it for, why I should consider using it and where I should put it. Should I cook with it? Slather it through my hair? Funnel it into the car? Create a tropical-scented slip 'n slide in the garden? Why should I choose it over other oils? What's a good price? What benefits can I expect? And, of course, are coconut oil lubes effective & safe for sex & masturbation?

Rabbit Vibrators Guide

What are rabbit vibes? How do you use a rabbit vibrator? You might be intimately familiar with this type of vibrating sex toy, or perhaps you're new to bunny-based self-love. Here in my rabbit vibrators guide you'll find out all about these consistently popular sex toys –as well as my absolute favourite buzzing bunnies.

How To Measure Your Breasts & Get The Correct Bra Size

A badly fitting bra can lead to a number of health problems from poor posture, nerve damage, headaches, digestive issues and even permanent breast sagging.  It can be painful, it can be irritating and it’s risking our health. That's why it's important to ensure that you get properly fitted for a bra, or read a bra fitting guide so you can do it yourself. Did you know that at least 80% of UK women are still wearing the wrong size bra?

Pelvic Floor Exercises: How To Do Them & Why You Should

Your pelvic floor is the muscle responsible for those delicious clenches you feel during orgasm. Regular Kegel exercises help to tone the vagina and enable you to keep a better grip of your partner during PiV (penis in vagina) sex. As you climax, a more toned vagina will clench harder which intensifies sensation for both partners.

BDSM Gear Guide

I've written several 'sexy product' guides here at the Cara Sutra sex blog, advice guides for sex toys, lubes, and specific kinky sex accessories too. Today I'd like to present my big guide to BDSM toys / BDSM gear, where I will help you navigate the enormous and diverse world of kinky toys and tools used to enhance power exchange sessions.