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Suggestions for an anal beginner?
I would like to work up to anal sex and have no idea where to start. Any suggestions for tiny anal toys?

Stretching out your butt hole
My husband is REALLY into anal sex and I am into it too at times. I was wondering what the best way was to stretch out my asshole because it's really.

How do you feel about anal sex guy and gals?
I like anal and my boyfriend likes sticking it in my butt. Lets see if it is guys are girl that like it more.

Has anyone gotten caught having anal sex?
My wife was pegging me and her sister in law dropped by unannounced. Lucky the Alarm beeped but she punched the code. That was wild trying to get...

Does the anal lubricant actually work better than the regular?
for anal sex... its not my thing, but sometimes its neccesary, so any information to make it more pleasant would be nice.

Fropm everything I've heard there's very little risk of prolapse from most anal play if done right. I've heard that extreme fisting can increase the risk, but that's about it.

Think of it this way: most anal sex activities put no more strain on the bowels then the digestive process does - indeed the top cause for rectal prolapse listed is chronic constipation, so as long as she keeps her muscle tone good things should be OK. Have her talk to a doctor or look at reputable medical information (books or websites) and that should allay her fears. I did a quick check and anal sexual activity didn't even merit a mention.

Yow! I agree with what's been said so far, great advice on toys and Dr. talking.

A product that may interest your friend is the Peridise from Aneros (not sold on EF....yet!) It also goes by the name Peristal, and is marketed as a sex toy and a Hemorrhoid massager and a general tool for improving the tone and strength of the tissues and muscles in the anal canal. I understand that Hemorrhoid is not prolapse, but I think that using this toy will help her keep the area in tip top shape, and help her get more "in tune" with what good healthy anal play is supposed to feel like. And it most certainly will not harm her, as it is oh so slim. Here's a link to the Aneros' sister company, High Island Health, with info on the Peristal link

I've never had any problems after playing with many different sized toys in a lot of different situations. I can see why she would be concerned, but I think the main culprit there was a combination of numbing lube (never recommended) and not enough care taken during intercourse. It might be possible that she's more predisposed to a condition like that, but as long as the play is not wild, and the toys are reasonably sized I can't see why it would cause a problem.

It depends if you're watching porn or not. In real life? Not so common.

I don't know how common prolapse is but your friend is wise to be cautious in my opinion. I've only tried anal twice, but the man was big. Even though we used plenty of lube I tore. Incredibly painful and bloody. Now Hemorrhoids will haunt me for the rest of my life. Maybe how big her man is should be a factor that weighs into her decision.

All I can say is don't do anything extreme-- and ease into it- if you have never played around with it before, try fingers or the reverse of a smooth toothbrush (clean)and work your way up, if you and your partner both want to try together-- COMMUNICATE-- the giver cant always tell what the person on the other end is thinking

Straining is the most common sause of rectal prolapse. It may be from chronic constipation or lifting a heavy object and bearing down, but bearing down and straining is the most common cause. Its also the most common cause of hemmorhoids, which are really varicose veins in the rectum. Pressure on the lower abdomen (obesity, pregnancy, acities) or prolonged sitting are big contributors to varicosities and thrombosed hemorrhoids.
Anal play can actually strengthen the spincters if you do it safely. If you introduce something too big, too fast, and with not enough lube you can tear the tissue in the rectum, create a fissure (a crevice) or tear at the anus or inside, or women can tear the thin wall between the vagina and the rectum (since its not made of kevlar or Gortex!) quite easily, especially with poorly lubed double penetration.

I've never had anything like this happen, but I can see how really extreme activities and carelessness can cause it. Don't use things that are too big. Don't use them in an overly vigorous or violent manner. Don't skimp on lube.