From the Guidelines
Double penetration during intercourse can be a safe and enjoyable experience when prioritizing comfort, consent, and communication between all parties involved, and taking necessary precautions to prevent STI transmission, such as using condoms and lubricants, as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 1, 2. When considering double penetration, it's essential to focus on the well-being and safety of all individuals involved, prioritizing morbidity, mortality, and quality of life. This includes:
- Ensuring enthusiastic consent from all parties
- Establishing clear boundaries and safe words
- Using adequate lubrication to prevent discomfort and injury, as suggested by the 1998 guidelines for treatment of sexually transmitted diseases 1
- Practicing safer sex by using barriers like condoms to prevent STI transmission, especially when multiple partners are involved, as emphasized by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 2
- Starting slowly and maintaining open communication throughout the experience Some people may find double penetration physically pleasurable due to the increased sensation and fullness, while others might find it uncomfortable or painful. Everyone's body responds differently to sexual activities, and what feels good varies widely between individuals. Key considerations for a positive experience include:
- Prioritizing comfort and consent
- Using protection to prevent STI transmission
- Communicating openly and honestly with all parties involved
- Being aware of and respecting individual boundaries and limits.
From the Research
Double Penetration of Intercourse
- There is no direct evidence in the provided studies to suggest that double penetration of intercourse is good or bad.
- However, the studies do provide information on the risks and benefits associated with different sexual activities: + A study published in The Journal of Sexual Medicine 3 found that penile-vaginal intercourse is associated with better psychological and physiological health indices, while other sexual activities, including anal intercourse, have weaker or inverse associations with health indices. + Another study published in JAMA 4 highlights the importance of behavioral counseling interventions to prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs), which can be a risk associated with certain sexual activities, including double penetration.
- The studies also emphasize the importance of safe sex practices, such as condom use, to reduce the risk of STIs: + A study published in the International Journal of STD & AIDS 5 found that a sex-positive, home-practice intervention can increase condom use among university undergraduates engaging in penile-vaginal intercourse. + The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends intensive behavioral counseling for all sexually active adolescents and for adults whose history indicates an increased risk of STIs, as well as screening for individual STIs 6.
- Overall, while there is no direct evidence on the topic of double penetration of intercourse, the studies suggest that safe sex practices and behavioral counseling interventions can reduce the risk of STIs and promote healthy sexual behaviors.