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  • klaineydays
    Junior Member
    • Jun 2014
    • 4

    Scared About Sex

    A small while ago I had to get swabs taken by the doctor just to check everything was okay down there. It felt extremely uncomfortable and hurt a little bit; it's a feeling I never want to experience again. So now, as I've never had sex before, I'm scared that it's going to feel the same way as the cotton buds did. Any help?
  • catwoman
    Senior Member
    • Jan 2014
    • 150

    Are you going to be having sex any time soon? If not, relax. My first time having sex did not hurt. I think having a pap feels more uncomfortable that having sex does, and the more you have sex the better it feels and the less tense you'll be. When it comes to your first time, make sure that you're relaxed and with someone who is understanding and will go slow. You need to be with someone who you can talk to the whole time and let them know if something doesn't feel good etc.

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    • beethovengenius
      Member
      • Jul 2014
      • 90

      Originally posted by klaineydays
      A small while ago I had to get swabs taken by the doctor just to check everything was okay down there. It felt extremely uncomfortable and hurt a little bit; it's a feeling I never want to experience again. So now, as I've never had sex before, I'm scared that it's going to feel the same way as the cotton buds did. Any help?
      I wouldn't worry if I were you, if a woman can give birth to an entire baby through her womb, whats a guy's penis by comparison.

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      • jen1447
        Veteran Member
        • Oct 2013
        • 2380

        There's also a magical thing called lubrication that you'll naturally produce when you start getting sexual with someone. That tends to make the whole process of putting things in much easier - and very pleasurable. Trust me, you're gonna love it.

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        • jns
          Assistant Admin
          • Mar 2010
          • 8398

          Lubrication from a sexual encounter that you are excited about vs a dry cotton swab = no comparison.
          I have but one lamp by which my feet are guided, and that is the lamp of experience.
          ...
          Shall we gather strength by irresolution and inaction? Shall we acquire the means of effectual resistance by lying supinely on our backs and hugging the delusive phantom of hope, until our enemies shall have bound us hand and foot?

          From a speech by Patrick Henry on March 23, 1775 at St. John's Church, Richmond, Virginia

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          • midnightwishes
            Member
            • May 2014
            • 71

            I agree with catwoman. A pap is way more uncomfortable than sex. Make sure you're with someone who really does love and care about you, and who you can trust to listen if you want them to go slow, or to stop. Also, make sure to engage in foreplay before, making sure you're very turned on, really in the mood, and relaxed. You will produce natural lubrication, but if you're really worried, you can always buy and use lubrication.

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            • jilljames8184
              Member
              • Jun 2014
              • 85

              Try a lot of foreplay without actual penetration several times before the "big day". You will learn more about your own body and how it prepares for penetration. This also will enhance the anticipation.

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              • Motorguy
                Veteran Member
                • Mar 2014
                • 3921

                Originally posted by klaineydays
                A small while ago I had to get swabs taken by the doctor just to check everything was okay down there. It felt extremely uncomfortable and hurt a little bit; it's a feeling I never want to experience again. So now, as I've never had sex before, I'm scared that it's going to feel the same way as the cotton buds did. Any help?
                Well Klainey if you have caring loving guy, who will be gentle with you for your first time the pain will be very little. With more pleasure after that first couple minutes.But with lots of foreplay with oral will help you a long with more pleasurable experience then have any discomfort.
                When out driving always turn left. Then, should you become lost, you can find your way home by reversing the procedure and always turning right.

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                • beethovengenius
                  Member
                  • Jul 2014
                  • 90

                  Originally posted by klaineydays
                  A small while ago I had to get swabs taken by the doctor just to check everything was okay down there. It felt extremely uncomfortable and hurt a little bit; it's a feeling I never want to experience again. So now, as I've never had sex before, I'm scared that it's going to feel the same way as the cotton buds did. Any help?
                  If you are a virgin, try out a dildo or vibrator and see how it feels. Who knows you might actually like it

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                  • beethovengenius
                    Member
                    • Jul 2014
                    • 90

                    Oh, and use some coconut oil as a natural lubricant. It is very good for you're skin and is anti bacterial also.

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