Tired of being in the sheets? Enter your sex in a swing era.
If you’re tight on space, a freestanding sex swing (or sex sling, as they’re also known) is another type of sex swing to consider. “This type of sex swing looks a little like a hammock, and features a large seat designed to support the entire body,” Knight says. “They come in a range of materials including leather, fabric, and even wood,” she adds, although because of their design you might be limited in the range of positions. Nevertheless, she says “they are certainly incredibly comfortable!” We’re sold.
There are a few more types of sex swing you can choose, such as a body sex swing (which Knight says is a “wearable harness that attaches to the person themselves as opposed to a wall, the ceiling, or a swing stand”) as well as a spinning sex swing (which she describes as “probably the most versatile swing on the market, capable of spinning 360 degrees in both directions”).
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Benefits of using a sex swing
Now you know about the types of sex swing, you’re probably wondering what a sex swing is used for and what the benefits are. “The aim of a sex swing is to make sex more comfortable and accessible,” Knight says.
“As enjoyable as sex on the bed is, there are certain positions or movements that will be restricted; a sex swing eliminates many of these obstacles by suspending one partner in the air.” Essentially, “the weight (or ‘load’) is taken by the swing, allowing for more elaborate positions to be tested and achieved without the need for human support.”
Benefits of using a sex swing range from comfort to better intimacy and reduced strain. Not to mention the many, many new sex positions you’ll be able to explore through using one. “A sex swing allows you to achieve those challenging positions while minimising strain on the muscles and joints for all parties involved, making sex far more comfortable and enjoyable.” See ya later, libido-killing leg cramp.
By alleviating some of the physical pressure that comes with love making (or a sweaty sex sesh, as is more likely in this instance), Knight goes on to explain how you can enhance intimacy with your partner by using a sex swing. “The very act of you both using a sex swing together can result in increased communication and better intimacy, as you navigate this new sexual experience together.”
Taking all that into account, there’s no denying that sex swings sound incredibly fun. But they’re also useful if you or a partner has additional accessibility needs. “My friend has a sex swing - she has poor mobility but she and her husband have a very active sex life, as I've been told countless times,” Mumsnet’s PandemicAtTheDisco recently said. “She thinks everyone should have one.”
Knight agrees. “If one or both partners has mobility issues or physical limitations, sex swings are the perfect way to explore new positions that would otherwise be difficult or impossible.”
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How to use a sex swing safely
Depending on the type you go for, the sex swing installation and safety instructions will differ. As long as you carefully follow these, Knight says “sex swings are an incredibly safe addition to the bedroom.”
Once you’ve read through the sex swing’s user manual (paying attention to how much weight the swing can hold and how it should be fastened etc), you can start experimenting with your new equipment. But, Knight says, always listen to your body and adjust how you’re using your sex swing if something doesn’t feel right. More importantly, the sex expert says you should never (ever!) leave a suspended partner alone, even for a moment.