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People can have sex and expand love making for as long as they want, so is difficult to report on the average time people spend having intercourse. It depends on whether the time includes foreplay, oral sex or only “intercourse.”  It also depends on how much time is available…

“Having sex” or “love making” can be a quick 5-minute experience, can last or night, or anything in between.

There do seem to be some “averages”. In one study, sex therapists agreed that intercourse usually lasts somewhere between 3 to 13 minutes.  Acceptable is 3 to 7 minutes, desirable is between 7 and 13 minutes.

According to Kinsey and other studies, 75% of all males reach orgasm within 2 minutes of the start of intercourse. Length of vaginal intercourse may be more a man’s concern than the woman’s, since most women don’t climax from vaginal intercourse alone.

Men sometimes worry about premature ejaculation: masturbating a few hours before having vaginal sex may alleviate this.

Using all the senses can enhance sex; massage, music, mildly scenting the air, videos or having a view of the moon can have a good effect on the experience.

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 A dental dam is a thin sheet of latex, about 10x 6 inches, originally designed for use by dentists. Dental dams are now recommended as a barrier to prevent the spread of sexually transmitted infections during oral sex on a woman. Tongue on one side, vulva on the other. Dental dams can also be used for rimming (oral-anal contact). Tongue on one side, anus on the other. They are available in flavors like cola, berry, vanilla…

Dental dams are more difficult to find than condoms. Check with your nearest Planned Parenthood health center or STD clinic–they generally cost between $2 and $5.

You can also use unlubricated condoms (flavored or unflavored) to create your own dental dams. Just snip off the tip with a pair of scissors, cut down one side, and stretch it out. If you are allergic to latex, look for “Hot Dams,” which are made of polyurethane, the same material used for the Female Condom and Avanti non-latex male condoms.

In a pinch, you can also use a non-microwavable food wrap such as Saran Wrap. If it’s microwavable, the same tiny holes that allow the steam to escape while microwaving will also allow the germs to escape.

When using dental dams, don’t forget the water-based lube. A little dab on the recipient’s side will increase the pleasure for everyone.

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Should you have a question you would like to see included, please send an email to goddess@ppnne.org