Breasts look nice, are fun to play with, and are also a hot spot for stimulation.
Your breasts (or your partner’s breasts) are full of sensitive nerve endings – and we’re not just talking about the nipples. It can feel amazing to have your breasts touched and fondled before and during sex, but sometimes they can be hard to access.
Don’t worry, we’ve put together a list of our top sex positions for breast stimulation.
Why Are Our Breasts So Sensitive?
A study published in the Journal of Sexual Medicine found that the sensations someone gets from having their nipples stimulated travel to the same part of the brain as sensations you get when your vagina, cervix, and clitoris are stimulated. These erogenous zones are all connected.
Breast stimulation isn’t just an accessory to vaginal or clitoral stimulation. A 2016 study found that 12% of females can orgasm from stimulating erogenous zones outside of their genitals. While that doesn’t just mean nipples, they make up a large percentage of extragenital orgasms.
Any gender dynamics can try these sex positions because nipple stimulation can feels good for anyone with breasts, including men. They’re also great with a dildo or strap-on, not just a penis. If penetration isn’t for you, no problem.
Sex Positions for Breast Play
The Lazy Spoon
If you’re a fan of sensual morning sex, then this one’s for you.
Have your partner spoon you and enter you from behind. Their hands will be free to roam everywhere from your clitoris to your breasts and nipples.
A nice twist on this one is instead of laying directly on your side, to lay half on your partner and half on the bed, so you’re partially on your back. This gives them a little more freedom for their hands to move over your body.
Classic Cowgirl
If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. That sure is true for this classic position.
You probably already know how this one works. Your partner lays on their back, you sit on top facing them, and get to it.
Your partner not only has a great view of your boobs but can also reach up and stimulate them. Your hands are also free to stimulate yourself – which is also extremely hot for your partner to watch.
The Right Angle
This one takes having the right equipment, but you can get as creative as you need.
First, lay on your bed (or another piece of furniture) with your butt towards the edge of it. Then your partner stands at the edge so they’re crotch height with the bed so they can enter or grind against you.
Now you both have your hands free (more or less) to stimulate your breasts.
The Heart To Heart
This one is a spicy twist on your classic missionary.
First lay flat on your back with your partner lying on top of you, then wrap your legs around them. You can have penetrative sex with a penis or a strap-on, but the emphasis is on your breasts rubbing against their chest.
This one involves breast stimulation without hands. While you might not get the soft, tender touch you can get from someone fondling your nipples, there can be something absolutely tantalizing about the pressure of someone else’s body pressing on your breasts.
The Luscious Lotus
Your partner sits up with their legs crossed or outstretched, then you sit on their lap, facing them with your legs wrapped around them so you’re both sitting upright. You can have penetrative sex from this position or a nice slow grind.
Your partner can prop up some pillows behind them so they have more support, leaving their hands free to stimulate your breasts.
Much like the previous position, the lotus gives you that nice chest-to-chest pressure that can feel just as good as someone using their hands or mouth.
How To Maximize Breast Stimulation
You’ve got the positions, but it’s not just a matter of having more access to the breasts and nipples, you also have to know how to stimulate with them.
Here are a few of our top tips:
- Start gently: Breasts are super sensitive, especially at certain points in someone’s menstrual cycle. Start with soft, gentle caresses, you can use your thumb to start stimulating the nipple. You can use a firmer touch if it feels good for your partner.
- Use your mouth: Don’t stop at your hands, using your mouth on someone’s breasts and nipples can feel amazing. Use your tongue to gently flick the nipple, you can suck it a little, kiss around the breasts, and even nibble softly if it feels good.
- Try lube: Lube isn’t just for genitals. A little lube or massage oil on your nipples can go along way. You can also try a DIY alternative like coconut oil, just make sure it doesn’t touch condoms or silicone sex toys if you’re using any.
- Use toys: A small vibrator like the NEA 3 is great for a little extra stimulation on your nipples. Most people don’t think to use sex toys in this way, but vibrators are great for nipple and breast play.
- Communicate: Communication is key whenever you’re having sex, especially if it’s with someone new or if you’re trying something new. If you’re receiving, tell the person whether or not something feels good and what you want. If you’re giving, ask the person before you try something new, especially if it may be a little more intense.
That’s a wrap on this round-up of our favorite positions for nipple stimulation. Remember to take your time, keep communicating, and enjoy!