The Spooning Sex Position Guide

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Spooning ranks among the classics alongside Missionary, Cowgirl, and Doggy Style. It's not built for rough or "hardcore" sex — instead, it suits couples who enjoy slow, intimate sex with full body contact.

Spooning couldn't be simpler. It's essentially the Sofa Spooning position, just done in bed instead. You and your man both lie on your sides facing the same direction, with him positioned behind you before entering you. While Spooning, bring your top leg forward slightly to make penetration easier for him. Once he's inside, he can wrap his arms around you for added closeness.

Her Role In The Spooning Position

While Spooning with your man, you can push back against him with every thrust. You can also adjust your position by bending forward slightly or drawing your legs toward your stomach to shift his entry angle.

Leaning slightly onto your stomach also changes the angle of entry. Spooning puts you in a great spot to massage your clitoris or use a vibrator to help bring yourself to orgasm, or you can finger yourself if you're having anal sex with your man.

His Role In The Spooning Position

As mentioned, Spooning is an effortless position for cuddling or sex. Your man doesn't need flexibility or strength to Spoon with you — he simply thrusts in and out while lying on his side. Leaning over you slightly can make thrusting easier for him.

Spooning also puts your man in a great spot to reach around and masturbate you, rubbing your clit and labia with his fingers. He can also grip the top of your waist to thrust with a bit more force. If he wraps his arms around you, his lower arm may go numb or tingle if left in place too long — to avoid that, he can tuck it behind your back or stretch it out above him (giving him a slight Superman-flying look).

Notes On Trying The Spooning Position

Nearly everyone has tried Spooning, or some variation of it. Here's some feedback from Love Curi students on it:

• Spooning is ideal right after waking up, or when you're worn out and don't want too much activity.
• Spooning is perfect when you want to feel physically close to your partner during sex.
• Anal sex is doable while Spooning with your man.

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Sofa Spooning

Barely anything changes for Sofa Spooning — just the location!

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Tea Spooning

If you want your man behind you but crave variety, try kneeling instead.

Bent Spoon

Another spin has the man on his back with the woman lying on top of him, also on her back!

Sean's Thoughts On The Spooning Sex Position

Like nearly everyone else, I'm a huge fan of Spooning. It feels amazing, especially with someone you're truly close to. I'd strongly recommend trying it with your guy if you haven't already.

March 24, 2021