The Missionary Position: A Classic That Never Gets Old

Sometimes you don't have to reinvent the wheel to breathe new life into the bedroom. The missionary position may have a reputation for being the "traditional" choice, but the truth is that it holds enormous potential for both deep intimacy and intense sensuality. It's time to rediscover this classic and make it anything but boring.

Read along here, where we share our top tips on how to mix things up and spice things up a bit with sex toys for couples.

What is the Missionary Position?

In short, missionary is one of the world's most well-known sex positions, where one partner lies on their back and the other partner is positioned on top. Because you're face to face, the position is often associated with romance and closeness. But make no mistake; with the right tips and small adjustments, it can quickly go from gentle and loving to more raw and intense.

Why We (Still) Love the Missionary

Missionary is the ultimate position for getting close to each other, and its biggest advantage is the intimate eye contact. You can look deeply into your partner's eyes and watch their facial expression reflect their pleasure the very moment it happens. On top of that, the position allows for full-body contact, where you can feel each other's heartbeat, and both of you have your hands free to caress, touch and hold each other, or stimulate the clitoris and other erogenous zones along the way.

How to Find the Missionary Position

1. Starting position: The receiving partner lies comfortably on their back with their legs spread.
2. Positioning: The penetrating partner positions themselves between the receiving partner's legs, either on their knees or resting on their elbows to distribute their weight.
3. Connection: Lower your body so you're completely close, skin against skin, and find a rhythm that feels good for both of you.

Tips for Adding Variety

For the penetrating partner: Play with pace and control

• Play with the pace: Hold back and move in and out more slowly. The deep, lingering sensation makes every movement feel more intense and sensual.
• Take control: Hold your partner's wrists down, keep their body in place and let them feel that you're the one controlling the pace right now.
• Change the angles: Move your partner's legs – lift them, spread them, and feel how a small change in angle can transform the sensation for both of you.

For the receiving partner: Let go of control

• Use your legs: Wrap your legs around your partner, or lift one or both legs to invite deeper penetration.
• Surrender yourself: Feel your partner's weight on top of you and enjoy how your bodies melt together. Let your partner set the pace and give up control.
• Show your desire: Lightly dig your nails into your partner's back to show exactly how much it turns you on when you hit the right spot.

Spice Up Your Missionary with Naughty Accessories

If you'd like to add even more excitement to the position, try these products that can definitely give missionary a little boost.

Add a Vibrating Cock Ring – The Perfect Couples' Sex Toy

The missionary position only gets better with a little vibration from a vibrating cock ring. The ring's vibrations are transferred directly to the clitoris every time you're pressed against each other, giving the receiving partner continuous and intense stimulation throughout the entire experience. At the same time, the ring increases blood flow, making the erection both firmer and longer-lasting. It's the easiest way to take this familiar favourite position to a whole new, perfectly synchronised climax.

Try the Pillow Trick Under the Lower Back

One of the oldest, yet still one of the very best, hacks. By placing a pillow or a sex pillow under the receiving partner's hips or lower back, the angle of the pelvis changes. This allows for easier access, deeper penetration and often incredible stimulation for both partners.

Heighten the Senses with a Blindfold

Put a blindfold on the receiving partner. When sight is removed, the body takes over and all the other senses become heightened. Every touch suddenly feels much more intense because you don't know what's coming next. It requires complete trust, and that uncertainty makes the experience incredibly intense.

Discover New Sex Positions and Play Even More

If you've grown a little tired of missionary and have already tried all our tips for spicing it up, you can find even more positions and inspiration in our ultimate guide to sex positions. There you'll find everything from the classics to more kinky and acrobatic positions.