Check out Top 6 Things You Should Know About Having S3xual Intercourse During Your Period

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Arousal is different for every woman, and some may be too distracted by their period and its annoyances to actually get in the mood for s3x. But for others, menstruation could actually be a turn-on of sorts. That’s because your estrogen and testosterone are low on day 1, but they start to rise by day 3. “Some women report they feel more aroused and more sensitive around this time,” says Ford says.

Plus, your flow can serve as extra lubrication during s3x, which can also increase pleasure. If you typically use a store-bought lubricant to help with dryness during s3x, this may be your week to go natural. And some research suggests that orgasms can even relieve menstrual cramping and PMS.