Mankind has been using erotic devices from the beginning. Dildos (shaped like a penis) have been discovered in Upper Paleolithic (thats prehistoric man) art that was created more than 30,000 years ago. These depictions leave no doubt whatsoever as to what their subject matter was intended to do. Pleasuring oneself or another with such an object was obviously a no-brainer as it predates even the invention of the wheel.
Sex toy history actually begins in earnest with the Greeks. Dildos (Greek: "olisbos") appeared in their art and literature from the third and fourth centuries BC--Some 2,400 years ago. Among numerous ancient Greek artifacts of the time is a vase on to which a double-headed dildo was painted. Since Greeks did not classify themselves as we do in to sexual preference groups (e.g. straight, gay, bi, etc.), the use of dildos was common. It was a patriarchal society where the average wife was ten to twenty years younger than her husband, men enjoyed sex with concubines. Thus, the dildo served them well in whatever relationship they found themselves.
In Egypt, Cleopatra (69–30 B.C.) is known to have shared her bed with a whole regiment of men immediately after enjoying a tryst with Caesar! History says little about the sexual appetites of ancient Egyptians but evidence does exist to prove that the dildo was a familiar and appreciated device of the day. One can only imagine what the Queen of the Nile did to entertain herself when all the men were away at war.
Most sex toy history comes from the erotic art of each culture and era. For example, the Hong Kong Museum of History has an ancient Chinese bronze sex toy on display which dates back to the Han Dynasty (approximately 2000 years ago). The Sex Museum in Amsterdam houses some fabulous true works of erotic art which display sex toys as part of the subject matter.
The Roman Empire was flagrantly excessive regarding wild sex orgies. It is no wonder the very word “sex” comes from the Latin word “sexus”. Both their written and artistic histories include numerous references to dildos and other simple sex toy innovations.
In the Middle Ages, (476 A.D. to 1453) sexual pleasures were called “the Devil’s work”. Religious persecution by the Roman Catholic Church was brought down upon people who gave free rein to their sexual lusts and many ended up in shackles or burned at the stake. The clothing of the time for both males and females covered most of their bodies from neck to feet. Sexy female lingerie was not allowed for fear of punishment. Sexual urges were best kept to oneself under the threat of serious physical punishment. Even whispering the words "dildo" may have been punishable by death.
In the 12th century, European men used chastity belts to keep their women faithful. These chastity belts were made of leather with metal bands which could be tightened or loosened at the husband's whim and were secured with padlocks for which he kept the key.
In Renaissance Italy (14th thru the 16th centuries), dildos were called diletto (meaning “delight”). Made of leather, stone, ivory or wood, they were quite primitive, but functional. Skilled and trusted craftsmen produced custom dildos. Those who used them employed olive oil for lubrication.
Sex toys were also taboo in Victorian England. So, too, were books that contained any hint of human sexuality. It was during the Victorian Era, (mid 19th century) that rubber dildos, butt plugs, and vibrators (1869) were introduced! These toys were much more sanitary, comfortable, and realistically made than their predecessors. Vibrators were also quite popular and were sold on the open-market at the time as “massagers”.
Even health spas of the day offered more “elegant” alternatives to manual paroxysm through steam-powered vibrating devices and water jet massage. Men and women flocked to these spas “for the medicinal waters”
In 1880, a British doctor invented the first battery-operated, electric vibrator. This was actually the first "high-tech" sex toy in and is the predecessor to our modern day battery-operated vibrators, dildos and other electronic sex toys. Surprisingly, there is actually more modern-day, sex toy history from the Victorian Era than from any other era in history except our own
During the Victorian Era, butt plugs in the shape of wooden eggs were invented by a European doctor. They were prescribed to “help prevent loss of sperm through wasteful ejaculation”. The eggs supposedly helped send semen back to the female reproductive organs. They believed that by plugging the anus, sperm loss would be alleviated. Today's butt plug manufacturers design all different shapes and sizes of butt plugs.
The term hysteria comes from the Greek word “hystera”, which means “uterus”. At the time, it was believed that female psychiatric infirmities had their roots in uterine imbalances reflected in anxiety, irritability, sexual fantasies and “pelvic heaviness”. Doctors of this era treated the “hysteria” by massaging the suffering female’s vaginal lips until they experienced relief via paroxysm” (orgasm). Because it was believed at the time that only men were sexual creatures, the vibrator was prescribed to calm down these “hysteric” women.
In 1918, the Sears Roebuck catalog offered a vibrator as a “very satisfactory…marital aid that every woman appreciates. A 1921 issue of Hearst’s magazine marketed vibrators toward men as Christmas gifts for their wives to insure they remained “young and pretty” and free from the scourge of “hysteria”. During the 1920s, “blue” movies (erotic cinemas) with women using vibrators as sexual stimulators became common. No longer were vibrators socially camouflaged as medicinal in nature. By 1930, they were openly advertised and made available to anyone.
In 1948, Sexologist, Dr. Alfred C. Kinsey, shocked the world with his international bestseller "Sexual Behavior in the Human Male,"This study is commonly known as the Kinsey Report. This sexual survey reported that 94 percent of the men and 40 percent of the women interviewed admitted that they masturbated to orgasm--remarkably large proportions considering the perceived prudishness of that time. Today, the Kinsey Institute declares that "the vast majority" of people masturbate: both sexes, all ages, single, married, divorced and widowed
During the 1960s, “Free Love” was the rage. Sex toy history becomes even more interesting in this era because people could obtain sex toys through special retail outlets and through magazines. The Hippies of that time period became the parents of today. Thus, sex toys have become even more numerous and varied. Even though they can be easily obtained in specialty stores in most cities, they are now sold in vast quantities via the Internet in all colors, sizes, types, and brands
Although art and relics of ancient cultures from Egypt to China and Rome to Amsterdam show us that sex play enthusiasts worldwide got on board with the olisbo or other toys of choice, Big Brother wasn’t exactly rolling out the welcome mat for these enhancers of erotica. Case in point: nevermind that the Roman Empire gave us the luscious word “sex” from its Latin “sexus.” If you ventured into sex toyland in Middle Ages Rome, you could end up as barbecue on a stake.
Wanting more of a good thing, the good folks of approximately 300 A.D. invented the penis extender, version 1 of the modern prosthetic penis attachment (PPA). This cylinder enhanced length by cloaking the erect penis … a lucky fellow that would get more help from 1907’s Penis Stiffener for erectile dysfunction. Maybe not widely thought of as a “toy,” but tell that to the man’s satiated partner.
“Play ball” took on a whole new meaning near 500 A.D. Solid, or hollow with clappers that rang as they rolled around in the vagina, Ben Wa balls entered our consciousness as a single unit that amped up a man’s intercourse experience. Later use would see them come (hee hee) in sets of two to help women buff up their pelvic floor muscles (read: the modern Kegel exercise).
About 655 A.D., “the mirror has two faces” became “the mirror has two or more body parts” when the Chinese added reflective glass to the sex accessory palette.
Not exactly considered a “toy” except maybe to the keeper of the key, the chastity belt found the light of day in 12th century Europe.
In China, the year 1200 spawned the proto cock ring. It was the ancestor of the modern cock ring circa 1600, some of which were paired with the clitoral stimulator to offer a 2-for-1 deal. Carved dragon tongues extended from the cock ring to show the clitoris some love during intercourse.
The name we’ve all come to know was born in Renaissance Italy in the 14th through 16th centuries, when “diletto,” meaning “delight,” evolved into “dildo.” (The Latin “dilatare,” meaning “to open wide,” may have also had an influence). Stone, wood, leather or ivory penises popped up at the hands of skilled craftsman.
Kinky wasn’t exactly kind to patrons of European brothels around 1750, who submitted to the dawning of bondage/sadomasochism. Compliments of debated literature, the end of that century saw the popularization of BDSM and its many toys, including restraints, harnesses and whips. Giddyup!
In 1844, vulcanization made rubber stronger and more pliable, opening the gates for the invention of rubber condoms, dildos and other sex toys. Fast forward to 1930, and latex rubber’s lighter, softer, and more elastic composition not only put contraception ahead by leaps and bounds, but, just as importantly , led to our modern latex toys.
Ironically, Victorian England had hopped on the “sex toys are taboo” bandwagon, but the mid-19th century gave us the vibrator, butt plug, and rubber dildo! And that era’s health spas provided “civilized” alternatives to hand-powered self-serve by way of steam-powered, vibrating devices and water jets spouting “medicinal waters.”
Although the blessing couldn’t be truly appreciated until the 1900s, the heavens opened in 1869, when an American physician unveiled the world’s first vibrator?primitive and torturous looking as it was. Doctors serviced “hysterical” women with this bulky, steam-powered number to relieve their “illness.” This hysteria (Greek for “suffering uterus”) was defined by symptoms including sexual fantasies, pelvic heaviness, and excessive vaginal lubrication (can anyone say “arousal”?). Because women in the Victorian era were not seen as sexual, these “hysterical” ladies were considered diseased and got some one-on-one time with the old jalopy. This was meant to relieve pre-vibrator physicians of having to manually bring the patient to orgasm to relieve her hysteria. (!) I wonder if my health insurance would cover that!
A significant departure from its forefather and more closely resembling the modern vibe, the first electromechanical vibrator debuted in 1882. But, as with most of their history (which is thankfully fading as today’s toys swim closer and closer to the mainstream), sex toys were masked as tools of “massage therapy.” So, we’ll play along here. This smaller, battery-powered “massager” designed by a British physician even came with attachments that liken to today’s, enabling doctors to vary vibrations to best treat the “hysteria.”
From 1900 to 1920, the plug-in home vibrator shimmied right down from the heavens. This “health and relaxation aid” was advertised with verbiage such as “pleasure” and “throb” and graced the pages of many conventional magazines as well as womens day. A 1921 issue of Hearst’s Magazine told men to keep their wives young and pretty and hysteria-free with a vibrator. Sounds like a dandy cure-all to me! Where’s my husband …
Through erotic cinema in which women openly used vibrators for their actual purpose (c’mon, who were those stuffed shirts trying to fool?!), the concept of vibes as sex aids was exposed, and by 1930 they were plainly marketed and available to all … heaven forbid! General society was still stuck in the “sex is shameful” rut, and as porn flicks continued to roll the awful truth, the “massager” concept walked the plank and vibrators followed, virtually disappearing from the public.
Thirty years later, “Free Love” of the ’60s got the vibe back in its rightful place and helped increase accessibility of all sex toys by getting them in specialized retail outlets and magazines. In the decades since, this liberation from the chains of judgment and ridicule continues to blossom, with sex toys of all shapes, sizes, colors, designs and purposes constantly evolving and being easily accessible in specialty stores and online.
Today’s toy makers are escalating sensual adventure to pure decadence with a new breed of play things- meticulously engineered and masterfully designed pieces of art that take luxury to the nines. Elegant, sleek designs in a striking collection of colors; medical grades of silicone and metal; toxin-free materials; ecologically conscious compositions; and a buffet of speed, stimulation and pleasure modes to feed the erotic hunger of the most hard to please horn dog on earth. They can be specifically designed for stimulating a certain “yes please” zone. They can come in a richly painted wooden box in which the spoiled toy perches on a satin pillow, ready to spoil you in turn. And they can knock your very socks off.
And then there’s pjur , transcending even the most highly evolved sex toy to an even higher level of WOW! The family tree sprouting from Great Grandmother Olive Oil and Grandfather KY has brought lubricant to thrilling new heights. You can choose from long-lasting silicone based lube, or water-based in varying consistencies that treats your taste buds to a rainbow of flavors. Today’s lube can even heat up during use to warm the ole cockles.
From the cold, stone, idle olisbo to the fabulous, forward thinking, dancing masterpieces of today, sex toys have been serving us tantalizing sensation south of the border for thousands of years. Through the creative and wonderfully naughty minds of our forefathers, and foremothers, and from the generations who dared to carry the torch despite the threat of ridicule and persecution, sex toys have secured their place in history as playmates we don’t want to, and shouldn’t have to, live without.
Doctors from Hippocrates, to Dr Freud preached the power of orgasm and sometimes stimulated orgasm in there patients to cure a range of ills, most often called hysteria.
The vibrator was introduced in the 1880’s as a medical device for treating hysterical women via genital massage(bless those doctors) relieving doctors(and midwives) of the difficult work of doing it by hand. Bath houses and spas where water was sprayed or dropped onto the genital area was also used but as you can imagine rather difficult to book your time in. Steam power, wind up toys, (a real bugger when they run out of power or steam), was also used pre electrical power.
Orgasms, what’s not to love? - That wash of electrical energy that bursts from our genitals to our toes; leaving that achingly pleasurable pulse of satisfaction and relaxation. How could something that feels so good be good for you too? Usually, anything that causes such pleasure (downing a bottle of wine, eating that whole box of chocolates) isn’t considered “good” for us.
Luckily, researchers and physicians are finally wising up to what some of us already knew: sex and orgasms are good for your body, mind and soul. Specifically it’s now being confirmed that sex and orgasm have positive effects on most of the major bodily processes, as well as soothing our stressed out minds.
So, we’ve chosen to enlighten (or remind) everyone that orgasms are good and sexual repression can mean that you’re not as fit as you could be. So, let’s review the research and along the way suggest some vibrators to help you stay healthy.
The relaxation that typically follows orgasm is often one of the few times people actually allow themselves to completely relax and let go of the day’s stresses. In the afterglow of an orgasm it’s usually impossible to focus on distracting thoughts. And the pocket rocket/ or Ivibe delivers consistent vibration that you can always count on when the stress is too much.
Following an orgasm men usually experience a quick drop in blood pressure and fall into sudden relaxation. For women the effect is more progressive but just as powerful. Consider orgasm as your own personal tranquilizer – throw the Ambien out and overcome insomnia. Let the joyful release of endorphins take over and calm your body and mind right into a nap -- except you might want to negotiate with your partner for a little pre-nap kanoodle before they konk out.
With orgasm DHEA is released and Dr. Theresa Crenshaw author of Alchemy of Love and Lust says, “DHEA may be the most powerful chemical in our personal world. It helps balance the immune system, improves cognition, promotes bone growth, and maintains and repairs tissues, keeping your skin healthy and supple. It can mean less frequent colds and flu.” In fact, Wilkes University in Pennsylvania says those who have sex once or twice a week show 30% higher levels of an antibody called immunoglobulin A, which is known to boost the immune system.
Well, who wouldn’t be happier with an orgasm a day? Many hormones are positively affected by the act of sex and orgasm, which can lead to a lighter mood. Another theory is proposed by psychologist Gordon Gallup who states that Prostaglandin, a hormone found only in semen (which upon being absorbed in the female genital tract) may have led to 30% more of his female study participants to report feeling happier than the participants who didn’t have men ejaculate inside of them. So, he can apparently make you feel happy inside and out. But in case you don’t want to rely upon “him” try the Squeel .
Sexual stimulation activates the production of phenetylamine, a natural amphetamine that regulates your appetite. So start curbing those midnight cravings with a little midnight sex.
It seems kind of random but apparently after sex, the production of the hormone prolactin surges. This then causes stem cells in the brain to develop new neurons in the brain’s olfactory bulb -- its smell center. Perhaps this is why pheromones are so important in attraction.
Muscle contraction as a form of exercise is generally good for any muscle. The muscle contraction associated with orgasm can also address issues such as erection problems and incontinence. When 178 Belgian men with minor erection problems participated in a four month daily rehabilitation program which primarily focused on Kegel exercises, 74% showed improvement and 43% reported they were cured. For women, Kegels strengthen the entire uro-genital tract, aid in easing childbirth and prevents the onset of incontinence. Try Ben Wa balls
Oxytocin should be everyone’s favorite hormone. When oxytocin is secreted in your body it helps release those wonderful endorphins we’ve been discussing. Because of these natural opiates, sex and specifically orgasm become a powerful analgesic, elevating the pain threshold. Orgasms can even help to relieve the pain of arthritis, whiplash and headaches. Now that’s a prescription everyone can follow.
It’s simple -- by having sex three or more times a week, individuals reduce their risk of heart attack or stroke by half. The trinity vibe, can help guarantee that you’ll remain heart healthy.
As fresh blood supply arrives, your cells, organs and muscles are saturated with fresh oxygen and hormones, and as the used blood is removed, you also remove waste products that cause fatigue and even illness. This can be contributed to all of that deep breathing and muscle contraction occurring up to and through orgasm.
There are 3500 calories in a pound of fat. For every 3500 calories you burn you will lose one pound of fat. Sexual intercourse burns approximately 150 calories per half hour. In comparison, yoga uses 114 calories per half hour, dancing 129, walking - 3mph 153, weight training 153, volleyball 174. The pulse rate, in an aroused person, rises from about 70 beats per minute to 150, the same as that of an athlete putting forth maximum effort. British researchers have determined that the equivalent of six Big Macs can be worked off by having sex three times a week for a year. For some “eye candy” you can really enjoy while burning those calories, try the sapphire gems.
Oxytocin is also considered the bonding hormone -- another reason to love it. It spikes three to five times higher than usual just before orgasm, actually triggering it. It can also be elevated through touch. Maybe that’s why so many of us feel compelled to blurt out how much we love our partner at climax. Either way, you’re partner will probably be happy to welcome the we-vibe into bed.
A British study of 1,000 people found those who had at least two orgasms a week had half the death rate of the rest of the country which admitted to indulging in sex less than once a month. Live long and prosper with lots of orgasms!
Feels Great
Its Free
Its Legal (Although there are probably some states in the US where its not) and the polies cant be having sex in Canberra.
It reduces Stress
It Burns Calories
It helps you fall asleep
It releases Tension
It can help relieve menstrual cramps and headaches. Bugger cant use that excuse anymore. I wont be telling my hubby about this thats for sure.
Its available to you whether you have a partner or not
Why not??
Stillettos can be good for a woman's sex life, says a study which claims wearing them ``directly works the pleasure muscles linked to orgasm''.
Experts found the high heels toned women’s legs and strengthened pelvic muscles.
In tests, Dr Maria Cerruto, of the University of Verona, Italy, discovered that wearing a pair of ‘‘moderately high heeled shoes’’ had beneficial effects for a woman’s sex life.
‘‘Heels work the pelvic muscles and reduce the need to exercise them. ‘‘Wearing heels during daily activity may reduce the need for the pelvic floor exercises necessary to keep that part of a woman’s anatomy toned and elastic,’’ Cerruto said. She asked 66 women under 50 about their sex lives, exercise regime and shoes.
In tests, their pelvic muscles were more relaxed in higher heels, increasing their strength
and ability to contract. ‘‘Women often have difficulty in carrying out the right exercises for the pelvic zone and wearing heels could prove to be the solution,’’ Cerruto said.
Manolo Blahnik, whose shoes are worn by Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw, said: ‘‘This is wonderful news. I’ve been hounded for years about how bad it is for posture, but . . . when you put on a high heel it makes life more exciting. For women, it’s a way to appeal to the male species.
‘‘There’s a limit. Anything over 11.5cm, you can’t walk properly.
A 1999 Chicago study, the national health and social life survey, disclosed that Sexual problems affected 43% of women.
34% Masturbation(includes using fingers, rubbing against something, shower head/ jets of water.
14% Vibrator. How about in the shower with the water jets with a waterproof Pocket rocket, woo hoo!!!
14% Receiving Oral Sex
12% Intercourse with additional Clitoral Stimulation (hand or vibrator)
6% Intercourse alone
4% Partners fingers /hand stimulating my clitoris
3% Partners fingers hand stmulating my G spot or inside my vagina
13% Other Equally easy.
Source: Answers of 555 women, survey by Solot and Miller
Only 30% of women (lucky girls) have orgasms through intercourse alone. That means 70% of women who have sex with men aren’t having orgasms that way. Survey by Solot and Miller. So the norm is not having orgasms with intercourse alone hands free. So add lubrication, engorge your clitoris with stimulating gel, add a we-vibe and make music together.
Question :Why do women fake orgasm?
Answer: Because Men fake foreplay.
Beating round the bush
Beating the beaver
Bushwacking, (although today with all its hedgecutting, and box lasering this is less used)
Buttering the muffin
Buzzing off
Caressing the kitty
Checking the oil
Churning the butter
Clitorizing
Coaxing the genie out of the magic lamp.
Dipping fingers in the honey pot
Double clicking the mouse
Fiddling the bean
Finger dancing
Flicking the switch
Flitting my clit
Getting to know myself
Going pearl diving
Going on a finger ride
Having sex with someone I love
Jilling off
Letting my fingers do the walking
Mistress bating
Paddling the pink canoe
Parting the petals
Petting the bunny
Petting the pussy cat
Plunging the happy hole
Polishing the pearl
Pushing the button
Rowing the little man in the boat
Rowing the little lady in the boat
Rubbin the nubbin
Tiptoeing through the two-lips
Two finger tango
Waxing the flesh taco
Always pee after you have intercourse to reduce the risk of Urinary tract infections. The stream of of urine pushes out any microscopic bacteria that could creep up you urethra.
The C spot or Clitoris is the little pink glans or head inside the hood at the top of the vagina where the labia( vaginal Lips) come together. It is sometimes compared to the penis because of its shaft like shape. For mot women it’s the most sexually sensitive part of the body. The nerve endings run deeper into the gentals than you might guess- making this the hottest of hot spots.
The G spot is the spongy mass of rough tissue located in the front wall of the vagina halfway between the pubic bone and the cervix and below the opening of the urethra. Cant find it? Place your hand palm down, at the entrance of your vagina, insert two fingers and make the come hither gesture. Nothing? Try squatting. Some women find it easier finding it in this position. Try a vibrator specific and try multiple stim(Don’t forget the clitoris) to help engorge it. And don’t worry if you can’t find it, as long as your having fun and enjoying all the attention relax and explore. For years doctors disputed the fact that there was one. With continued research more and more information is being revealed about female sexual function.
Near the G spot is the AFE zone, a small sensitive patch of textured, but nothing rough, skin at the top of the vagina closer to the cervix. Stroking the AFE zone makes any woman lubricate immediately.
Next time your eyeing a partner (Male or female) check out the length of ring finger to pointer finger. If the ring finger is longer then they were exposed to higher levels of testosterone in the womb and this has the potential of the following.
High testosterone: Big willy or clit, may be aggressive, potential to wonder. Better at math. If it is smaller then the tendency is related to being more Feminine. So keep an eye on those ring fingers.