Spooning Sex Position

The Spooning sex position is the king among the cuddling sex positions. It  wraps you and your partner in a warm, sexy hug that’s all about closeness and comfort. You both lay on your sides, with one person snuggling up behind the other like spoons. The person in the back wraps their arms around their lover, creating a cozy, protective hold…. and then the fun begins.. What? you were not thinking we would have just talked about cuddles here right? 

So let’s talk chat about the plus of the Spooning sex position: first of all is not just a sex position but also a way to create connection with a prolonged gentle touch across your whole bodies. Second of all,   with a slow and steady pace, it allows for deep and sensual penetration, making you feel even closer and releasing a lot of those feel good hormones, (oxytocin specifically is very good for your mental health). The constant contact from your backs to your legs feels incredibly sexy and make you and your partner feel closer . The Spooning sex position is not mean to be a stuck position from start to finish, instead, it’s a great interchangeable  sex position to use among others, every time you crave comfort and deeper penetration without any stress on the body.  

Visualizing the Spooning Sex Position:

1. The Big Spoon:

   • The big spoon is the penetrating partner who lies behind, wrapping their body around the small spoon.
   • Their chest is pressed against the small spoon’s back, and they can use their arms to hold the small spoon close.

2. The Small Spoon:

   • The small spoon is the partner who lies in front, snuggled up against the big spoon.
   • They can enjoy the feeling of being held and can relax into the embrace of the big spoon.

What’s in it for Her

Girls love the spooning sex position because it’s cozy and super intimate. You can enjoy long, passionate kisses, making every touch feel more sensual and safe. Plus, you can stay in this sex position for a longer session without any pain since it supports your back and hips. For extra pleasure, girls can move their hips a bit forward or upward to hit the G-spot, making the sensations even hotter and driving you wild.

Placing a cushion behind the hip can make this position even more comfortable and enjoyable. Spooning has a relaxing effect on the mind. The comforting hug strengthens the relationship by creating a feeling of safety and security. When she feels secure, she can relax and enjoy the experience fully, both emotionally and physically.

Slow, synced breathing can make you feel even closer, both physically and emotionally. Gentle touches on the thighs, back, or arms can turn you on even more. Girls can also guide their partner’s hands for clitoral stimulation, leading to intense pleasure and mind-blowing orgasms, making it even hotter and more intimate.

What’s in it for Him

The spoon position is a favorite among guys because it’s all about deep intimacy and comfort. Plus, it combines closeness and control. Men love feeling their partner’s curves, which makes them horny immediately and more emotionally connected.  While they enjoy the physical closeness, men can also use their hands to stimulate the clit or to play with a woman breast and that feels amazing for both of them.  Both partners get more pleasure when they can touch each other’s hot spots like breasts, clitoris, testicles or thighs. In the traditional spooning position, men are usually the big spoon as they are the taller person and that allow them to fulfill sexual intimacy while confirming their role of protector. 

Finding the right rhythm is key for both to enjoy deep penetration while spooning. First, a small adjustment, like changing the angle or crossing legs differently, can totally change the sensation. Men should be aware of their weight and position and play with it to make sure their partner is comfortable and enjoying every moment.

Spooning as a sex position can make you feel way more connected. First, this position gives guys a sense of security and intimacy. It can really heighten feelings of closeness and love. Whispering sweet things, giving light touches, and syncing your breathing can make spooning even more bonding. Plus, spooning can help lower blood pressure, adding a health boost to all that sexy, intimate pleasure.

Easy Tips to Make Spooning Hotter 

Although the traditional spooning sex position is already intimate, it can be even more personal with some tweaks and extras:

• Extra comfort with your pillow. Place a cushion between the knees to align hips and reduce lower back pressure. This increases comfort and allows you to maintain the position longer. A small cushion under the taller person’s neck supports and aligns their head
• Varying angle. Adjusting the penetrating partner’s entry angle can change the level of pleasure. For deeper or more focused penetration, the penetrating partner can lift the receiving partner’s upper leg or ask them to adjust their back angle. While you both look in the same direction the big spoon can penetrate from a lower position, allowing deeper penetration, and hitting the back of the vaginal walls, or from a higher position creating more pressure on the front of the vagina.
• Blocking the hand. Using your hands can make a huge difference. The entering partner can play with the breasts or reach around to rub the clitoris, enhancing the experience. On the opposite side you can also use the spooning position with a twist and completely block your partner’s hand above her head with one hand. In this way it will become a sweet and intimate dominating position. 
• Using toys. It can really heat things up. For example, the entering partner can use a small vibrator to tease the receiving partner’s anus or clitoris. This adds new sensations and lots of excitement.
• Considering restraints. For added trust and intimacy, partners can use soft restraints to gently tie the receiving partner’s hands. This adds a touch of control and kink to spooning.
• Smart use of mirrors. If you want to increase your blood pressure and release more feel-good hormones, try using mirrors during intimacy. Position yourselves so you and your partner can both see your bodies and the act of penetration. This works especially well if the small spoon opens her legs a bit, allowing for a better view.

Enhancing Sensations and Emotional Connection

Even though it is comfortable, this position requires open conversation about personal limits and sexual preferences due to the close physical touch. To avoid pain, couples should communicate about the penetration’s depth, speed, and length freely while in the position. Adjusting positions with verbal cues or gentle guidance can enhance comfort and enjoyment for both partners.

Personally, I love when we are in the spooning position, looking in the same direction and my partner starts to softly blow on my neck or whisper in my ears something kinky about how much he loves my pussy or my breast. Because it’s a cuddling type of sex position, many couples disregard how it can be turn in a more kinky experience.  I am telling you: thanks to the minimal effort involved in the gentle movement of the penetration, you are more free to engage in other ways, don’t waste this opportunity!  

Fianlly, for a hot and safe experience, it’s important to talk openly about what feels good and what needs adjusting. Since spooning is so intimate, it can make you feel vulnerable, so talking about emotional comfort is key. Also, regularly sharing what you want and need, and giving each other feedback, can make you feel closer and more loved. This strengthens both your emotional and physical bond, making everything even sexier.

Cuddling Position, Little Spoon, Big Spoon, And Other Sex Positions To Try

Ok, let’s wrap it up:  spooning is the cuddly champion of sex positions! It’s cozy, intimate, and perfect for those mornings when you just want to stay wrapped up in each other, both emotionally and physically. Plus, spooning’s got some pretty sweet health benefits—like boosting oxytocin (the love hormone), lowering blood pressure, and making everything feel a little extra nice.

However, there are other positions that brings the heat. Have you tried adding a few playful kinks and fetishes? Or trying other sex positions? If you’re into spooning, you might love the 69 position—double the pleasure, double the connection. Moreover, it keeps things super close and mutual, which is always a win!

Another position you’ll probably love if spooning is your jam is the Lotus sex position, or maybe even Tantric Sex that is about the connection, just like spooning. With legs wrapped around each other and your faces close, it’s perfect for intimate eye contact, emotional bonding, and slow, sensual movements. Lotus and Tantric sex are basically spooning’s more flexible cousins!

And just a friendly reminder: no sex position stays the same if you throw a little creativity into it. So why not experiment? You can trust our beloved Olivia in giving you all her best advice, but nothing come closer to what you try for yourself and like it!