How to prepare yourself for anal

During a recent dinner with friends, the PG conversation took an inevitable turn toward matters of a sexual nature — anal sex, in particular. I was not totally surprised though having surrounded myself with gay men for the past four years in college, anal sex seems pretty standard. Unfortunately, and somewhat mystifyingly, this survey did not track the prevalence of anal sex between male same-sex partners, but rather grouped anal and oral intercourse together, nor did it address anal sex at all between female same-sex partners. But the conversation I had with my friends shows there was still significant misinformation and lack of education regarding anal sex practices.

What do Lady Gaga, platform sneakers, and anal sex have in common? They're all having a moment. This morning, in the span of one hour, Truffle Butter played at my fave coffee shop if you don't know what that has to do with anal, two words: Urban Dictionary , an email about the launch of a new butt plug popped into my inbox, and my pal texted to ask which position—missionary or doggy—was a better position for first-time anal sex. Still, the sex act seemingly everyone's intrigued by—and in some cases trying—is still shrouded in mystery.

But what if I told you that there are a few simple steps you can take to ensure a clean, more pleasurable experience? Anal play is a natural, healthy, and an exciting way to spice up your sex life. It can range from a gentle caress to full-on penetration.

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