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Doggy Style or Rear Entry Sex Position
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From Cory Silverberg, About.com

Updated January 15, 2009

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The basic doggy style sex position.

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In this position both people are on their knees, with one partner penetrating the other from behind. The partner being penetrated is on their hands and knees.

Pros of the Doggy Style Sex Position:

  • People love this position for many reasons. A lot of women say that this position facilitates stimulation of their g-spot through penetration better than other positions.
  • For the person doing the penetration, you are able to use your legs and hips and get a lot of energy into thrusting.
  • This position also allows the person doing the penetration to use their hands, including easy access to add in anal stimulation or clitoral stimulation with a hand or a vibrator.

Cons of the Doggy Style Sex Position:

  • If you're doing this on your knees, it can be hard on them. You can use pillows to make it more comfortable.
  • This position doesn't allow you to be face to face with your partner.
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