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Is this A Thing now?? (sex-related)

128 replies

Spf50AndAbove · 13/06/2025 14:34

Split up with exH 5 years ago and in that time I have slept with 5 men since. Out of these, 4 of them have not reached climax most or all of the times we slept together. I found it really weird. They just 'kept going' for literally hours. We would have sex for a bit then have a break / rest then more sex. But they didn't cum. Or they only came once or twice out of many times.

Is it a porn thing? One of them was quite open about his porn usage 😒

I remember back in 90s / y2k there was lots of talk of premature ejaculation but this is like the opposite of that. They just didn't seem to be able to 'finish' at all.

The only other thing I can think of is secretly taking viagra? But sometimes they'd lose their erections so I am not sure it was this.

The 5th guy, the odd one out, was very apologetic as he only lasted for about 10 / 15 mins or so but honestly it was much nicer having "normal" sex for a normal amount of time rather than some weirdly long sex marathon.

When I was married we would have sex for a normal length of time. But we stopped having sex in about 2018. So I am just wondering whether this is now the done thing!

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Treesinthewind · 14/06/2025 01:06

I think porn is a big issue, and maybe also anxiety about performance - thinking they need to last for hours? I think some men who don't need to medically also take Viagra, which can make them last an uncomfortably long time!

BeerAndMusic · 14/06/2025 10:12

Viagra can make it slightly harder to climax.

There was a couple of occasions when I was just not into the person at all and it was not turning me on, although would go soft then.

It could also be nerves. When I was in that position I would have no problem with sex with someone that I didnt see a future with (ONS). But if it was someone I was keen on, the first few times would be nervy as hell. Dont mess this up, dont want to get dumped because I am crap in bed, dont cum too soon so what can happen is you dont cum at all.

But as others have said, could be the porn factor!

Oblomov25 · 14/06/2025 10:24

Apparently this is now sadly the norm. All a bit grim. If Dh dies, I won't be entertaining this shit, no thanks.

Oblomov25 · 14/06/2025 10:28

If this is the 5th one, then sadly isn't the only option is for op to upp her vetting processes and communicate a lot more, pre this, to gain info, to ensure that 6th doesn't fall into the same category?

mybrainpills · 14/06/2025 11:05

What area are these men from that can go on for a few hours.
Asking for a friend😁.

3luckystars · 14/06/2025 11:09

😂

EBearhug · 14/06/2025 11:26

mybrainpills · 14/06/2025 11:05

What area are these men from that can go on for a few hours.
Asking for a friend😁.

Hampshire...

Gymbunny2025 · 14/06/2025 13:42

BeerAndMusic · 14/06/2025 10:12

Viagra can make it slightly harder to climax.

There was a couple of occasions when I was just not into the person at all and it was not turning me on, although would go soft then.

It could also be nerves. When I was in that position I would have no problem with sex with someone that I didnt see a future with (ONS). But if it was someone I was keen on, the first few times would be nervy as hell. Dont mess this up, dont want to get dumped because I am crap in bed, dont cum too soon so what can happen is you dont cum at all.

But as others have said, could be the porn factor!

Why have sex with someone you’re not attracted to or interested in?! Sounds like a bad idea all round!

Oblomov25 · 14/06/2025 14:35

Avoids Hampshire. I like a quick hard shag! 😉

EBearhug · 14/06/2025 17:57

Oblomov25 · 14/06/2025 14:35

Avoids Hampshire. I like a quick hard shag! 😉

Oh, we have those too!

Smithey885 · 14/06/2025 18:11

Generally speaking viagra makes little to no difference in how long it takes to climax, I saw generally because of course it can affect men in different ways , but 90% of users will receive no delay in ejaculation. The ONLY reason they might experience a delay is a lack of anxiety, knowing they can stay hard, thus making the experience more enjoyable and prolonging it.

Porn could be an issue, but unless they watch the same type of porn every single time, and you are completly different it is unlikely. Most men watch a variety of porn and therefore a difficulty in ejaculation would be unlikely IMO.

the most likely reason is that men have been made to feel ( rightly or wrongly) that women want sex to last longer than they actually do. ‘Nobody wants a two minute wonder’ - therefore many might train to last longer by edging and or breathing exercises. I have trained myself over the years to orgasm nearly on demand, and whom with and what she likes depends on how long I last -

did you mention to any that you preferred a shorter session and wanted them to cum? If you didn’t then they probably think what they was doing was fine and dandy!

Left · 14/06/2025 22:01

I dated one like this - just went on for ages - I’d get bored.

copernicus5 · 14/06/2025 22:11

I've experienced this too. In one case it was put down to medication for an enlarged prostate which made it difficult to orgasm. The other time it was a different medication for anxiety. It seems lots of older men have issues.

Spf50AndAbove · 14/06/2025 22:38

MauriceTheMussel · 13/06/2025 20:45

Forget the chafe, how much mental list making are you doing during it? Any longer than 15 mins with DH and I’m thinking I need to add Dettol to the online shop

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
After a while the mind does start to wander, somewhat!

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Spf50AndAbove · 14/06/2025 22:41

CroissantAndChips · 13/06/2025 20:51

They never want to massage me for hours, it's always hours in boring, jaw aching and awkward positions like 69s .

OMG a 69 marathon would be my worst nightmare ☠️ can't see the point at all, always hated them.

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Spf50AndAbove · 14/06/2025 22:49

Danielle344 · 13/06/2025 22:25

Personally this is weird, ive never been with a man that hasnt climaxed during sex within about 15 minutes? If a guy was humping away for that long I'd leave

Yes this is why I find it so weird! I've never known anything like it before and I'd slept with a good number of guys before these ones.
It's only men met I've met after 2020, and only men I've met through the apps whereas before I'd never met anyone before through Bumble/ Tinder / Hinge etc.

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healthybychristmas · 14/06/2025 23:10

It's the death grip isn't it?

MsDDxx · 14/06/2025 23:16

Catsandcannedbeans · 13/06/2025 16:59

I would probably want to just ask. My ex’s circumcision was mildly botched so this was an issue for him. Similar to what you have described but he straight up told me before we had sex. Basically “hay it’s not you it’s my botched circumcision, just because I don’t cum doesn’t mean I'm not enjoying it” which was actually kind of nice to know. It is probably prob for some of them and age for others.

I’ve had sex with a circumcised man and he could go on and on. I think it’s quite well acknowledged that circumcised men can lose some sensitivity, probably more so if something has gone a bit wrong.

MsDDxx · 14/06/2025 23:32

Spf50AndAbove · 14/06/2025 22:41

OMG a 69 marathon would be my worst nightmare ☠️ can't see the point at all, always hated them.

I love it and can do it for hours - it’s one of our favourite positions. I find it really easy and relaxing.

CroissantAndChips · 14/06/2025 23:40

MsDDxx · 14/06/2025 23:32

I love it and can do it for hours - it’s one of our favourite positions. I find it really easy and relaxing.

Do you not get jaw ache? Does your mouth go dry and you sip a nearby water? Your jawlines must be very toned.

CroissantAndChips · 14/06/2025 23:42

Spf50AndAbove · 14/06/2025 22:49

Yes this is why I find it so weird! I've never known anything like it before and I'd slept with a good number of guys before these ones.
It's only men met I've met after 2020, and only men I've met through the apps whereas before I'd never met anyone before through Bumble/ Tinder / Hinge etc.

After 2020 you say? Long Covid? 😂😂😂

InWithPeaceOutWithStress · 15/06/2025 00:44

It’s porn induced. Men these days can’t have partnered sex. They can only have sex with themselves, with or without porn as a tool.

angelandspike · 15/06/2025 01:33

Greeneyegirl · 13/06/2025 21:38

My husband prefers this kinda sex tbh. We've never have it less than 45mins but he's into a few hours

Hours of penetration?! Are you not red raw?

jubs15 · 15/06/2025 08:39

My ex could rarely orgasm through sex. Even with oral it took ages and if I used my hand I'd have to go so hard and fast (sorry) that it was quite an ordeal. He openly admitted to using porn every single day. Our sex life was rubbish and made me feel like shit.

Spf50AndAbove · 16/06/2025 10:36

InWithPeaceOutWithStress · 15/06/2025 00:44

It’s porn induced. Men these days can’t have partnered sex. They can only have sex with themselves, with or without porn as a tool.

That link to the porn is really really grim 😩
I think that the 'death grip' is a thing; I hadn't thought of this but makes sense.

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