Unlocking the Mystery of Sleep Orgasms
Are you curious about the phenomenon of sleep orgasms? You’re not alone. In fact, a staggering 37% of people with vaginas experience nocturnal orgasms, and it’s time to shed light on this often-overlooked topic.
What Are Sleep Orgasms, Anyway?
Also known as wet dreams, sleep orgasms, or nocturnal emissions (and even “happy sleepy fun times”!), these occurrences are similar to the orgasms you experience while awake, except they’re beyond your conscious control. Physically, they’re characterized by increased heart rate, breathing, and vaginal lubrication.
Who’s Having Sleep Orgasms?
Research suggests that many people with vaginas experience sleep orgasms before the age of 21. Factors like age, sexual experience, and a open attitude toward sex may increase your chances. Even those who have never climaxed through masturbation or with a partner report having sleep-gasms.
Why Do We Have Sleep Orgasms?
From a physical perspective, sleep orgasms occur during REM sleep, when our breathing speeds up and heart rate intensifies, leading to increased blood flow to the pelvic region and clitoris. This can cause arousal, and since inhibitions are lost during REM sleep, the mind focuses solely on pleasure and excitement.
Can You Increase Your Chances of Having a Sleep Orgasm?
While you can’t control when or how they happen, there are a few things you can try:
- Get in the Mood: Reading erotica or fantasizing about sex can help push you over the edge.
- Try a New Sleeping Position: Falling asleep on your stomach might create clitoral stimulation, triggering a sex dream.
Remember, whether you experience sleep orgasms frequently or not at all, it’s perfectly normal – and that’s something to celebrate!
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