Six Reasons Why You Should Masturbate While On Your Period
From one vagina owner to another, let me say that there’s nothing more relaxing, healthy, and amazing-feeling than masturbating. Mix that with being on your period, and the outcome is even better!
So let’s get the taboos surrounding masturbation and menstruation straight: people are often horrified when they hear the word “period,” “menstruation,” or “blood,” but are even more disturbed when people say “masturbate” in a normal conversation. We get that not everybody likes to openly discuss these topics, but it’s also important to know that masturbating and being on your period are two completely NORMAL and HEALTHY things. So, before we dive into why masturbating on your period is totally beneficial for you, remember that there’s no shame in having a period (it’s literally the essence of your existence), and it’s most definitely not dirty or disgraceful to pleasure yourself (ever heard of an orgasm? Those things are magical).
Now that we’ve got that out of the way, lets talk about masturbating on your period, shall we? As long as you’re comfortable with getting a little blood on your fingers or sex toy, then you’re definitely in for a treat!
Here are a few reasons why masturbating on your period is totally A-OKAY.
Orgasms may alleviate menstrual cramps
Yes. It’s true. While being on your period can sometimes feel like a drag, there are so many ways to alleviate your cramps without taking painkillers. Just masturbate! It’s pretty simple, when you masturbate, it eventually leads to an orgasm, and when you orgasm, you’re improving blood flow to the genitals. Crazy right? This increase in blood flow can ease your menstrual cramps and get rid of that throbbing headache. Read also about the study we made with Womanizer.
Stronger and longer orgasms
During your period, your vagina might be a little swollen and more sensitive than usual. Like we said above, it all comes down to blood flow – and hormones such as estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone play an important role in the intensity of your orgasm. During menstruation, your estrogen levels rise and progesterone levels decrease, causing the rise of testosterone (testosterone isn’t only for people with a penis!). The rise of testosterone regulates the sex drive, which is probably why you’re feeling extra horny during this time and your orgasms feel more intense.
Self-love is self-care and that’s important
We are such advocates for self-love and care. We get that being on your period can mean binge watching your favorite tv show and eating that entire bucket of ice cream, but sometimes we need a little more. Go ahead and grab your favorite sex toy, rub yourself (whatever gets the job done), and make sure you’re relaxed! Listening to your body is especially important during your menstrual cycle.
Fall asleep faster
Not only is masturbating fun, but it will help you sleep better! If you’re one of those people who can’t sleep well due to your period, then you might want to start masturbating before bed. Releasing some endorphins before bed (aka having an orgasm) will knock you right out. If you’re already skipping the gym this week due to your period, consider some “you” time in the comfort of your own bed or wherever you like to pleasure yourself!
Gain self-confidence
Happiness and confidence are the answers to feeling good, right? Unfortunately, being on your period can make you feel the complete opposite of that. One way to boost your confidence during your menstrual cycle is to… yep, you guessed it – MASTURBATE! Masturbating relaxes your brain and releases the good stuff such as endorphins, dopamine, and the love hormone; oxytocin, which are all linked to making you feel happy and more in touch with yourself. By bringing pleasure to your body, you are also boosting your confidence!
Masturbating while on your period doesn’t have to be messy
Who said masturbating on your period had to be messy? If you’re like us, then you know how life-saving using a menstrual cup can be! Not everybody uses their fingers or inserts other objects to reach an orgasm, so whether you “O” with a simple rub or use a vibrator for some clitoral stimulation, you can count on Lunette Menstrual Cup to provide a total mess-free experience.
Amazingly, the Menstrubation Study showed that 90% of the participants would recommend masturbation to combat period pains to a friend, with a whopping 85% planning to uphold their masturbation routine to combat period pains.
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I always heard about masturbating on your period to help relieve cramps. Never tried it because I just thought it was “weird” but I got more comfortable with my body and felt less ashamed so I decided to give it a try and it was the best. I had 2 long orgasms & they felt so much more better being on my period lol?! But it did help me out and I recommend other women to try out. Although I didn’t want things to get messy, I just used a rubber disposable glove to get in my area without getting any blood on my hands. Obviously up to other people depending if they don’t care about the blood or do. Do what works for you.
Hello, I’m 24 years old and I have really bad PSM. I would always take painkillers and they would hardly help. I remember reading an article back when I was 23 years old about how masturbation can help relieve period cramps. So, literally 2am due to the fact I couldn’t sleep because of it. I pull out my trusty vibrator and began showing myself some self love and care. And I honestly orgasmed about 3 times. The shivers and quake really helped with my cramps and I can sleep way comfortably now. Thank you!!
Hi Gianna,
brownish period blood is usually spotting and may happen before your period starts, but could also appear after your period has ended and most of the times it is nothing to worry about. However, we are no medical professionals. If there is any reason to worry, if you experience other symptoms too (like pain or the spotting does not stop) we recommend visiting a doctor to make sure everything is okay. Only a medical professional can make the necessary examinations and can help you with your questions and concerns.
Best regards, Team Lunette
I woke up with EXCRUCIATING cramps, I honestly felt like I could die. But I masturbated cause I heard it works for cramps. And DAMN! ❤️ I didn’t have to take any painkillers, it works so well.
hello, I was using my vibrator and my pussy starting shivering and quefing and there was brown stuff coming out and I’m on my period I was wondering g if this is normal also I’m 11
Im laying in bed right now at 3 am I cant sleep and Im so horny so Im looking up is it okay to masturbate & I run into this so as I am reading I start to touch my nipples.. Im about to melt!
Hi. My period stopped coming further after i masterbated. I masterbated not knowing that my periods are to come, but when i took out the sex toy i saw blood in it and a little blood around my both thigh area but thats it. Then the flow never happened. What does that mean? Also I’m taking birth control pills to regulate my periods its the 3rd month of intake. Please tell me why it stopped
Hi im AnaLu and im 25yo im recently experiencing how to touch my self and it is so nice, exciting, so Amusing and better if you have like some extra inspiration.
I wasnt so Horny but i decided to touch myself ocassionally to try and its been working.
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I do this all the time. Im more horny around day 2 of my period. And the day before. If i have cramps, bloating, fatigue, e.t.c, i have some fun. If my man isn’t around, then i go to town lol. It sparks up my energy and get rid of cramps. I actually feel like a new woman after i orgasm!!! My period don’t bother me much afterwards. Try it ladies!
Is it ok to have sex when your 11
I’m 20 and stumbled upon the website and BOY let me tell you I’ve been doing this since I got my 5th one i think (i know hard to believe speaking I was born in 2002) and the first orgasm i had was when i think was when i was like 15-16 and now they are much stronger i love this website as it helps teens learn
I’m almost 40 and am just finally getting comfortable with my body. I had intense cramps and thought what the hell, I’m trying this out. Cramps are gone and it was one of the best clitoral orgasms I’ve ever had.
Idk i wan try it but the thought of a mess and havin blood while doing it feels different but il def give a try
Idk i wan try it but the thought of a mess and havin blood while doing it feels different but il def give a try
I’m 30 and let me tell you..this morning I had the absolute worst cramps … I got that toy going and my cramps are gone..100% facts!
I’m on my period and it’s heavy, can I still masturbate myself even though it’s heavy and stuff is coming out of me.
I can confirm it feels absolutely magnificent. Hell yeah!!!! 🩸🩸
I always have more sleep orgasms when I’m on my period. They are so amazing! They do last longer and are so much stronger I’ll wake up still having one for a few seconds. I can even have up 3 back to back if I’m at my best lucid dreaming in the mornings.
I’m new to masturbation at nearly 50 years of age. It has given me a beuatifil new lease on how to cope with anxiety and ohhhh so much joy words don’t justify how nice it feels and I’m not sexually active as I haven’t loved anyone since my fiance but this beautiful expression of self love is just arousing for the first time since my late fiance and I split. So nice at this age to love my own body and the sensational joy this self love making gives me. Thanks for letting me share as its very special. I had a lovely session last night and I had my period and again when I got home from work as I live alone. Thanks for letting me share this special pleasure.
I’m new to masturbation at nearly 50 years of age. It has given me a beuatifil new lease on how to cope with anxiety and ohhhh so much joy words don’t justify how nice it feels and I’m not sexually active as I haven’t loved anyone since my fiance but this beautiful expression of self love is just arousing for the first time since my late fiance and I split. So nice at this age to love my own body and the sensational joy this self love making gives me. Thanks for letting me share as its very special.
Was feeling extremely horny so I decided to masturbate on my period which I NEVER do. Used a vibe over my underwear with a pad on and I literally came within 3 minutes wowww it felt amazing!
Is it quicker coming on ur period
I have been getting more horn lately especially on my period I’m 43 years old I love to masturbate it feels so good and it’s relaxing helps me to sleep when I’m on my period I use a massager and do it through my underwear with my pad so it’s not messy I sometimes like to use my fingers and touch myself and foreplay I think I’m sometimes obsessed with matsurbation I only do it when I’m in bed at times I think about it how it feels I can’t help myself it feels wonderful is there a thing called doing it too much? Even thinking about it makes me horny and all hot and bothered but I love how it makes me feel.
So I’m always very horny during this time of month and my fiancé does not do blood at all so I guess it a masturbation for me
Hi Mayqueen! So exciting that you’ve discovered Lunette Cup! Yay! If you’re worried about the mess we recommend putting down a towel to be safe. Please make sure to not use any penetrative toys when masturbating if you have the Cup in, as this could move the cup and make it harder to remove. But you can absolutely use the Cup during non-penetrative sex – alone or with a partner!
-Team Lunette
