The Best Ways to Introduce Sex Toys into Your Relationship

Sex toys have become as common a conversation piece as the weather, but it’s still tricky to ask our partners whether or not they’d be down to try a cock ring or mini vibe. Sex toys can be intimidating, almost scary, to those of us who’ve never dreamed of putting something with a motor near our nether regions. And others associate sex toys with filling some kind of void or fixing an inadequacy in our current sexual situations, which are NOT good feelings for foreplay.

Fortunately, there are ways to side-step the insecurities and taboo that sex toys can bring, and we’ve compiled some of our favorite and most effective tips just for you!

1. Use Your Words
“But we don’t NEED one.” Heard this before? It’s not uncommon for men or women to feel as though sex toys are made to take the place of human interaction and body parts, but almost every sex toy on the planet can be enjoyed as a couple. So keep that in mind when you’re thinking about how to broach the subject and be sure to include your partner in the idea.

“I read that using a vibrator while we have sex can help me orgasm faster! I’d love to try that tonight!”

“I think it’d be super-hot to wear a butt plug next time we’re together – what do you think?”

“Thinking about you using a sex toy makes me so horny – can we try one sometime?”

The most important goal is to make sure your partner understands that sex toys are sexual enhancements – NOT replacements – and that whatever new gadget or gizmo makes it into the bedroom is for both of your pleasures. These kinds of intimate products add sensations and stimulation in ways our fingers and bodies simply can’t, and that’s what makes them so exciting – and SO worth trying.

2. Shop Together
Shopping is a treat for some and a drag to others, but when it comes to picking out something sexy to use together, you HAVE to check out your options as a team! If you or your partner isn’t part of the selection process, one of you will miss out on an important bonding experience that helps set the scene (and the mood) for what might happen later behind closed doors. Maybe she would have liked the blue vibrator instead of the pink. Or maybe he would have wanted to try that cock ring you saw but didn’t buy.

Perusing the shelves of lingerie, cock rings, mini vibes and other sexy playthings gives you both the opportunity to explore and see what catches your eye – you might be surprised at what strikes you!

Plus, shopping together gives you both a chance to learn a little more about each other’s curiosities and kinks, which builds intimacy almost as fast as anticipation. And once you get comfortable shopping for sex gear together, heading to the store (or even simply scrolling through adult shopping sites online) can feel like foreplay without anyone’s clothes even hitting the ground.

3. Start Small
If you’re new to sex toys, or if your partner is open but still not convinced, it might be a good idea to start with the basics before moving onto something next-level. Think about what you’re curious to try together (Anal play? Clit stimulation during doggy style? Maybe a vibrating ring?) and check out your options. Some products are made to be disposable, something you can try once to see if you like it – and then toss if you don’t. Most sex toys have beginner-level versions that are reusable but cost a lot less, which takes some of the pressure off of choosing the perfect one.

Stretchy one-size-fits-most cock rings are low-cost, low-commitment, and typically easier for beginners to try. Bullets, mini vibes, and small hand-held massagers are great starter vibrators for stimulating the clitoris, nipples, testicles, taint – pretty much anywhere that feels sensitive to the touch. Vibrating tongue rings or vibrating penis rings are also fun and inexpensive options for those of us just starting out on our sex toy adventures.

Most of us wouldn’t jump in the deep end before learning to doggy paddle or put the pedal to the metal during a DMV driving test. The same goes for sex toy shopping: ease your way into it and try to keep the pace of your partner. Work your way up to the next level as a team and enjoy the ride along the way!

4. Sharing is Caring
No matter what the package might say, most vibrators can – and SHOULD! – be used on men AND women. Mini vibes are great for her clitoris, but don’t forget that he might like to feel the buzz on his balls during a blowjob. And vibrating rings feel great worn around the penis and testicles, but try wrapping the ring around a finger and touching her nipples or teasing her lips.

CAUTION: This is only safe to do when you and your partner have been tested and declared STI-free, because you’ll inevitably be swapping more than just each other’s sex toys while you’re at it. And please keep in mind that anything that goes in or around your anal area should be washed thoroughly before it goes anywhere near the rest of your body to avoid spreading icky bacteria where you don’t want it! #themoreyouknow

5. Learn by Doing
No one wants to be schooled in the bedroom (even if we could use a tip or three) and that especially applies when sex toys are part of the plan. One of you might know a little more about vibrators than the other, but don’t take on the teacher role just yet – unless that’s part of the fantasy, of course!

Open each toy and read the instructions together. Part of the fun is checking them out, turning them on, and watching each other’s faces change as you experiment with what feels good, what feels “meh,” and what feels “ohmigoddontstop.”

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The Best Ways for Men & Women to Masturbate

Some of the best sex we have is when we’re all by ourselves, and that’s one of the many reasons why masturbating is so beneficial! While it might seem pretty self-explanatory, there isn’t just one way to self-love and we’re here to show you how to enhance your hands and blow your minds!

For the GUYS!

1. Give It a Tug
As you’re stroking and getting close to orgasm, take a minute to cup your testicles in your non-occupied hand and give ‘em a little squeeze. Then right as the wave of ecstasy comes, gently (or not gently, depending on your preferences!) tug and pull your testicles down toward your anus. Many men find this extra attention feels incredibly erotic and can help make orgasms feel even more intense.

2. Caress Your Corona
Your corona is a little bundle of nerve endings on the underside of the head of your penis. It’s one of the most sensitive spots on your shaft and many men find it pleasurable to tickle or rub that area as they get it on (with themselves).

So next time you’re jerking off, try lubing up your hand (or your stroker, if you’re using a sex toy for men) and putting most of the massaging focus on the corona – especially as you get closer to orgasm. You can even get both hands involved and use your left to stroke this sweet spot while the right keeps a tight grip on everything else.

3. Buzz Your Balls (and Everywhere Else!)
Our hands can only do so much, which is why we love the wonderful world of sex toys! The skin on and around the testicles, as well as the perineum (aka the taint), are incredibly sensitive to touch and vibration – and when combined with your regular stroking motion, can incite an incredible explosion of…pleasure!

Try a mini vibe, like a bullet massager, or something that attaches to your finger for easy use. Use your free hand to run the sex toy along your testicles and sensitive areas or, if you want full-power results, press it firmly against your taint just as you reach orgasm for a big finish.

For the GALS!

1. Free the Nipples!
The nipples are an important, yet often forgotten, erogenous zone that sexuality researchers have found connects to the same receptors of the brain as your clitoris – so why not combine the two for double the pleasure?

But sometimes our fingers can only go so far, which is why we love compact and easy-to-use mini vibes that can be worn on your fingertips! Add a little lube and glide the vibe along your areolas in circular motions with one hand while you leave your other hand free to fondle whatever else you’re in the mood for. We guarantee you’ll feel heightened pleasure and might even reach orgasm faster as a result of the double-team touching!

2. Try a Sex Toy
Many women use their fingers, pillows or firm objects to rub, hump and wiggle against while they masturbate, which is a great way to do the diddling deed. But sometimes our bodies can grow accustomed to the same styles of stimulation, which is why we encourage women to switch things up and incorporate new techniques.

There are many sex toys out there designed to be unobtrusive and easy to use for first-timers or women who don’t want to deal with a massive massager. Some attach to your fingers and stay in place with a stretchy ring while others are hand-held and pack a lot of power into a tiny shape, which means putting them under whatever you’re humping on or even directly against your clitoris can result in raging orgasms. They’re especially useful when you need to rub one out in a pinch!

3. Breathe
Yeah yeah, we know. “Breathe” is a favorite of yoga instructors and hipsters looking for something to tattoo on their wrists, but when it comes to better sex, they’re on to something. There are ways to incorporate different breathing techniques into your masturbation routine and experience lovely results, and they won’t leave you breathless or lightheaded – unless you want them to.

Our bodies need oxygen to keep our blood flowing smoothly and the more we inhale, the better our blood can reach the key parts of our bodies. Notice when you’re masturbating if you tend to hold your breath and try letting out some air as you get closer to orgasm. And when you start climbing the peak stages of pleasure, make an effort to breathe deeeeep and exhale completely in a steady rhythm. By the time you climax, your orgasm will grow intensely and you may feel an incredibly satisfying release unlike anything you’ve ever felt. That’s the power of oxygen!

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Body Safe Lab Tested Materials for Optimum Sex Toy Quality

The Screaming O has contracted noted molecular biologist Erika Batchelder to provide expert third-party validation as Phase 2 of its recent product materials verification and labeling initiative. This progressive campaign includes independent lab testing of The Screaming O’s flagship materials, including SEBS and silicone, for top quality control, and now with a third-party validator, The Screaming O boasts the most comprehensive campaign promoting responsible manufacturing of affordable, fast-selling sex toys.

Batchelder, lab manager at a San Diego-based biotech company, will provide complete breakdowns and explanations of all resources related to safety, composition and production of the most common materials found in sex toys. With a specialty in potentially harmful compounds and toxicology, Batchelder brings a wealth of knowledge and fresh perspective to an important issue that has become a hot-button topic among sex toy manufacturers and their consumers.

“In my daily work, I have learned a great deal about many of the chemicals we are exposed to and how potentially important levels of these compounds are on our health,” Batchelder said. “I’m looking forward to educating the staff at The Screaming O while also helping to debunk myths and quell misinformation relating to the variety of materials found in popular sex toys for men and women.”

In December of 2014, The Screaming O contracted an independent laboratory to test each material in its catalog – including ABS, SEBS and silicone. The first testing phase revealed that The Screaming O’s SEBS and premium silicone are pure, non-toxic and body-safe, and the company has updated marketing, packaging, websites and more to amend any materials-related misinformation that may be circulating.

“It’s so exciting to have independent lab results, now with Erika’s valuable third-party validation, to further support our brand because The Screaming O proudly stands behind each of our products, and we want our customers and partners to feel confident to do the same,” The Screaming O Account Executive Conde Aumann said. “Plus, we genuinely want everyone on the planet to have better, more satisfying sex and let The Screaming O be their guide – or at least their gateway!”

The Screaming O is famous for creating quality alternatives that serve as “gateway toys” to consumers looking to try something new – often for the very first time – as well as more experienced shoppers working with a sex toy budget. And all who fall within these realms deserve body-safe materials and quality construction, which is one of the reasons why The Screaming O remains committed to its materials testing initiative.

No stranger to intimate products herself, Batchelder incorporates a consumer mindset into her professional services to provide a well-rounded understanding of product materials, their components, and what it takes for a product to fall within the confines of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act.

“I have been a fan of sex toys for many years, and I have a lot of respect for a company that puts both pleasure and safety at the forefront,” Batchelder said. “On the consumer level, safety and confidence relating to sex toys has so much to do with knowledge, and it’s up to manufacturers to provide that kind of information. And consumers deserve to know what they’re putting in and around their bodies, which is one of the reasons why The Screaming O’s testing and labeling initiative is so exciting.”

As lab manager, Batchelder tests the effects of a variety of potentially hazardous chemicals and compounds on cells’ normal functions. Using human cells grown in culture in a high throughput manner, her work helps clients determine the toxicity of a chemical or compound within a specific human cellular function.

Prior to her current position, Batchelder worked at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology doing a variety of molecular and cellular research with a special focus on cancer, and later at the Salk Institute handling human embryonic stem cell projects.

“I am incredibly excited to work with a sex toy company that feels so proud of and passionate about making products safe and effective for its end users,” Batchelder said. “I help The Screaming O understand the results of their testing and how to make sex toys safer, in general, and I love knowing that I might have even the slightest influence on the quality of a sex toy line that has the potential to make many people happy.”

Read more about our Independent Product Material Verification & Labeling Campaign here.

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We’ve sent a new sex toy out into the universe and its unique color and shape is out of this world. The Orbit is different from traditional stretchy erection rings because of its distinctive rocket-like silhouette, which provides a wider contact point with the clitoris while maintaining a snug fit that helps prevent premature ejaculation. So not only do couples benefit from longer-lasting sex, but this sex toy for couples also increases her chances of reaching orgasm – it’s the ultimate win-win!

The Orbit is a stretchy vibrating cock ring made of glossy white SEBS – a lab-tested body-safe material that stretches to fit almost anyone – with a unique rocket-like vibrator at the top. Its unique power position provides direct contact to the clitoris, the clitoral hood, and its surrounding sensitive zones with three warp speeds and one pulse mode that couples can toggle through with the push of a button.

The ring itself features a smooth interior that lies flush against the skin for a stay-put fit without the typical tight feeling of most cock rings, yet it feels soft and flexible against delicate skin.  Stretched around either the base of the penis or both the penis and testicles, the Orbit will feel secure – but not uncomfortable – as it helps slow blood flow to keep him harder and last longer.

We had fun incorporating unique spaceship-like design elements that also boosted the Orbit’s functionality, and in the end we wound up with a one-of-a-kind shape with enhanced performance to boot. And as with all stretchy Screaming O products, the Orbit is made using only certified and lab-tested body-safe SEBS to assure a quality, body-safe experience that men and women of all kinds can enjoy.

So strap in and start your better-sex countdown today – the Orbit feels so good it’ll make you see stars!

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The Screaming O Named 2015 Sex Toy Company of the Year!

Jan. 22, 2015

Well look at that, The Screaming O was named this year’s Sex Toy Company of the Year by the biggest media organization in the industry – and now it’s time to celebrate!

This award is reserved for companies that exceed expectations with product design, manufacturing and overall reputation, and this year The Screaming O was chosen as the industry leader! We pride ourselves on our product design and quality control, and this award shows that our hard work is paying off and appreciated by the world!

The Screaming O put several new processes in place to ensure streamlined development, production and shipping and went way outside the box to come up with designs and styles that serve the needs and expectations of our fans. And the response has been incredible – we’ve created four unique stretchy cock rings, some with double isolation designs and others with extended motors for improved clitoral stimulation. And our new Screamin Demon premium silicone mini vibe might be the most popular new product yet!

One thing’s for sure: The Screaming O is committed more than ever to bringing our fans the very best quality at the very best prices, because EVERYONE deserves better, more satisfying (and more fun!) sex.

So toast to The Screaming O, all our supporters and the wonderful world of sex toys – it’s going to be a great year!

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There are more than 2.9 million women in the U.S. living with a history of breast cancer, and it’s the most common form of cancer among American women – often most commonly detected at home, in the shower, and probably even in the bedroom. Poking, prodding and feeling for breast lumps is one of the most effective ways to detect breast cancer at its earliest stages, and thanks to “touch-ups” like these, the American Cancer Society says survival rates are well into the 70th percentile.

Breast cancer at its earliest stage often shows no symptoms other than small (usually painless) tumors, so it’s essential to feel yourself up at least once a month. And that’s where breast cancer prevention gets fun.

Turn this important task into a treat by using sensual massage to self-examine for lumps and bumps and (if you’ve got one) invite your partner to lend a hand. Try using your favorite massage oil and make the experience feel way better than your doctor’s basic breast exam.

Plus, the National Breast Cancer Foundation says that 40% of diagnosed breast cancers are detected this way, so reach out and touch yourself. No really; do it right now

Here’s how:

· Stand up straight and with the pads of your fingers, follow a circular pattern around your entire breast starting from the outside to the center. Feel for any lumps, thick bits or hard knot-like bumps.

· Stand in front of a mirror and check yourself out. Turn to the left, now turn to the right, and lift your arms to look for any swelling, dimples or areas that look wonky. Keep in mind that your breasts aren’t a matched set (no woman’s are!) so it’s OK if they look different from each other. Just look for parts that don’t look like the usually do.

· Lie down on your back and put your right arm behind your head. With your left hand, make little circular motions around the entire breast and armpit area and don’t forget to squeeze your nipple, too. Then switch and do the same with your left arm behind your head and right hand doing the prodding. Feel for the same lumps and bumps that you did while standing up.

If you feel something out of the ordinary, don’t fret. Call your gyno and get a check-up – he or she will be able to tell whether it’s something to take seriously.

And if you don’t feel something, don’t stop feeling yourself up! The breasts and nipples are incredibly sensitive erogenous zones, so why not get handsy and celebrate your proactive health-conscious habits?

Little known (but such an incredibly cool) fact: Scientists found that rubbing/flicking/licking the nipples activates the same part of the brain as when you rub/flick/lick your clitoris! That’s right; touch your nipples or diddle your clit – your brain’s gonna react the same way. And we all know how important it is to get the brain on board when you’re getting busy. Giving yourself a self-exam can actually feel sexy – there’s nothing hotter than being good to your body (especially your breasts) – so think of it as foreplay for life.

We hope you love your boobs as much as everyone else does! They’re getting checked out more than you think – watch Nestle Fitness’ new #checkyourselfie campaign for proof! – so check yourself out, too. You’ll feel so much better! (In more ways than one!)

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Who knew getting laid could be so cute? We’ve officially unveiled the teeniest, tiniest mini vibe on the market just in time for the fall fornication season. Our new FingO Tips are small enough to hide in a pocket but powerful enough to provide essential stimulation right where it’s needed most. Simply stretch the band around your finger and place the tip comfortably in the divot to essentially upgrade your finger to sex toy status!

We decided to make a mini version of our top-selling FingO finger vibes to give couples a less conspicuous, low commitment mini vibe that engages every erogenous zone you can touch. These colorful micro vibes are so small, you might almost forget that you’re wearing them – until the grand finale comes, of course. Try it to relax, soothe and stimulate for pre-game foreplay, nipple massage, titillating teasing and full-contact clitoral vibration that’ll put her over the edge!

Plus, tiny FingO Tips are perfect for travel, on-the-go fun, and those sexy times when a full-size vibrator just won’t work out. Pop one in a pocket, purse or carry-on and at first glance, curious eyes will confuse the colorful packaging for pretty much anything other than a sex toy! And when you’re done, dispose of the evidence and get on with your day. No one will know a thing!

BONUS: You’ll be pleased to know that FingO Tips are made of the same quality phthalate-free silicone blend as The Screaming O’s top-selling and award-winning vibrating rings, but with a discreet and disposable design that makes FingO Tips as convenient as they are cute. So what are you waiting for?

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Because sex should always be the main event, we’ve created the Overtime vibrating erection ring to make it even easier to hit a home run in the bedroom! This performance-enhancing device features a flexible tongue-like Ace Hitter perfectly positioned to stroke her sweet spot with a stretchy ring reinforced to keep him hard and in the game. With the Overtime on their team, couples can enjoy double headers with extra innings every single night!

One of the best parts of our job is developing unique and different ways to stimulate our lady-parts and man-bits, and we guarantee there’s nothing quite like the Overtime’s Ace Hitter. This super-soft and flexible extension provides a titillating flutter-like sensation with a wide surface area for direct clitoral stimulation. It transfers vibration right where she wants it while the thick erection band’s reinforced pressure points constrict blood flow and help his erection and stay hard for a strong finish.

And with three powerful speeds and a bonus pulse function for teasing foreplay, the Overtime will leave you screaming for an instant replay!

The Overtime is made from some of the highest quality crystal-clear SEBS on the market with a choice of from red, blue or black accents. Plus, replaceable batteries are included so the game never has to end! So suit up and start stretching!

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Give any man an instant intimate upgrade with the VibrOman sex toy starter kit, a three-piece set of disposable mini vibes that are easy to use and fun to try!

Perfect for a first-time sex toy introduction or a convenient travel-friendly package, VibrOman is perfect to try at home or take on vacation and leave the evidence behind! Each vibe buzzes for up to 30 minutes with an easy on/off switch and is made of body-safe phthalate-free SEBS so you know you’re getting quality gear.

This convenient kit includes the No. 1-selling Screaming O PLUS vibrating erection ring, the LingO vibrating tongue ring, and brand new FingO Tip teeny tiny finger vibe – use each on its own for quick and easy stimulation or combine all three to turn any man into the ultimate sex machine!

The Screaming O PLUS keeps his erections harder for longer while the FingO Tip puts pleasure at his (or her) fingertips for teasing foreplay or discreet stimulation during sex. And the LingO is a Screaming O classic that turns ordinary oral into a main event!

Try them separately or wear them all together for an instant three-point upgrade!

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The Screaming O team have taken the Ice Bucket Challenge and, after drenching themselves in ice-cold water, challenged three of the industry top businessmen to be next.

IVD’s Frank Koretsky, StorErotica magazine’s Kris Kay, and Pipedream Products’ Nick Orlandino are next on the bucket block and can record themselves dumping a bucket of ice on themselves or place a donation to the Lou Gehrig’s Disease fund of their choice.

“The challenge is on, gentlemen!” The Screaming O founder Justin Ross said. “Time to get wet for a good cause!”

The Ice Bucket Challenge has picked up incredible speed in the last few weeks following one Massachusetts man’s clever idea to spread awareness of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (aka ALS or Lou Gehrig’s Disease) using the power of social media. Pete Frates, 29, was diagnosed with the illness in 2012 and decided with his family to spark a campaign using the hashtag #IceBucketChallenge. It became a viral sensation within days.

The cause has reached incredible heights with everyone from famous sports stars to Oscar-winning actors filming themselves getting doused with frigid water and daring their peers to do the same. Now it’s time for the Ice Bucket Challenge to make the adult industry rounds with The Screaming O at the helm!

“This is a creative way to spread ALS awareness via social media and in communities nationwide,” said Barbara Newhouse, President and CEO of The ALS Association. “We thank Pete Frates and his family for getting so many people involved in spreading the word about ALS.”

See the official challenge for yourself here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rKLkoqUvV_k

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