The Lower Stomach Press: A G Spot Trick Worth Trying

Applying pressure to your lower stomach can amplify G spot stimulation during both sex and masturbation. This guide walks through why the technique works and how to actually get results from it.

Pressing on the lower stomach during sex had a real moment on TikTok, which probably has you asking...

Does it genuinely work, or is it just another viral fad?

Turns out, it can work — and work well.

Here's the reasoning behind it...

For starters, pressing your lower stomach during penetration builds extra internal pressure in the vagina, creating a fuller, more filled sensation.

Picture it as pushing your G spot inward from the outside.

On top of that...

This stomach-press move can indirectly stimulate the G spot too, making sex or masturbation feel noticeably better. Pair it with a toy, a penis, or fingering yourself with your free hand, and you're essentially sandwiching the G spot from both sides.

How To Apply Pressure To Your Lower Stomach For More Pleasure

Locate your G Spot first – Getting real results from this technique starts with placing your hand in the right spot. Keep in mind the G spot isn't a distinct organ — it's a location inside the vagina, just behind the pubic bone, where the much larger clitoral structure, which extends deep beneath the surface, can be reached and stimulated.

No single perfect spot – So while finding a good hand position matters, there's some wiggle room here since you're not hunting for one tiny precise point.

Sometimes called the external G spot – Some describe this as the "external G spot." Technically that's not quite accurate, since the clitoris is behind the whole sensation — but if you're guiding a partner to apply pressure to your lower stomach, framing it that way can make the concept click faster.

It's really the mons pubis – "Pressing the lower stomach" is a slight misnomer. What you're actually pressing is the mons pubis — the fatty pubic mound sitting above the genitals and below the stomach [1], which sits directly over the pubic bone.

Use your hand or fingers – Most of your pubic hair grows over this mound, marking roughly where to place your hand — or guide your partner's. Keep your fingers together and press gently with the flat of your hand, since fingertips alone can feel too sharp or "poky."

Getting The Most From This Technique

Try it across different positions – This move shines brightest paired with penetration. Try it during Missionary or Doggy Style, or even while Spooning. It also pairs nicely with clitoral stimulation on top.

Further reading: 119 best sex positions.

Adjust hand placement – If it's not clicking right away, shift your hand higher, lower, or try moving it horizontally across the pubic mound versus vertically. Perfect centering isn't necessary — just chase whatever placement feels best.

8 Tips To Maximize Pleasure From Stomach Pressure

Here are 8 more ways to boost the payoff from pressing your lower stomach during sex or masturbation:

1. Ask your partner to press your lower stomach if you're struggling to get the right angle or pressure yourself. Clear communication makes this technique work far better.
2. Hold a small vibrator against your hand as you press down, so the vibration transfers straight into your stomach.
3. Lying face-down with a pillow tucked beneath your pubic mound recreates that pressure naturally. The Jockey or Prone Bone sex position both work great here.
4. Press your hand — or a pillow — against your lower stomach during oral sex. Your partner can pick up some great tips for eating pussy too.
5. Have your partner apply the pressure themselves while going down on you. Learn how to get a guy to go down on you.
6. If your hands are occupied, other body parts — forearms, wrists — can apply the same pressure.
7. Combine external pressure with a toy built specifically for G spot stimulation; look for curved or contoured designs.
8. Try this with a slightly full bladder. Some people find G spot play feels more intense with a bit of extra fullness there.

Things To Keep In Mind Before Pressing On A Partner's Lower Stomach

Body image concerns – Touching a partner's lower stomach can feel uncomfortable for them, particularly if weight or body image is a sensitive topic.

Talk it through first – Bringing it up beforehand lets you gauge their comfort and interest, and framing it as a way to boost their pleasure helps too.

Or just go for it – Sometimes skipping the conversation works better, especially in the heat of the moment when neither of you is overthinking body insecurities.

At the end of the day, we can only offer general guidance — you know your partner and what works for them better than anyone else.

It might actually hurt – Pressure on the stomach doesn't always feel good and can even cause discomfort. If GI issues, an IUD, fibroids, scar tissue, cysts, an infection, or another condition affecting the lower abdomen or reproductive system are in the picture, this technique might not be worth attempting.

Too much pressure already – Discomfort can also happen if your partner is especially well-endowed, or if you're using a large toy made from something rigid like glass or metal.

Related: The Good, the Bad, and the Painful Aspects of Big Penis Sex

Ease in gently – If you still want to try it, start with barely-there pressure, and consider softer toy materials for extra comfort.

Learn more: How to use sex toys for more pleasure.

Cycle changes – Lighter pressure may feel necessary at certain points in your menstrual cycle — that's completely normal too.

Lastly, if you're pregnant, it's worth checking with your doctor before applying pressure to your lower stomach at all.

Check out these other questions about sex during pregnancy.

What If Stomach Pressure Just Doesn't Do Anything For You?

Not everyone responds to lower stomach pressure. Switching positions or experimenting with different amounts of pressure might help, but for some people, this technique simply won't move the needle.

Every body responds differently, so there's nothing wrong with you if this particular move isn't your thing. Plenty of other techniques are worth exploring across the Love Curi archives.

With a better understanding of why lower stomach pressure feels good and how to apply it, you're all set to give it a try. The good news: it doesn't take much skill, just a gentle touch.

March 29, 2023