What Is Squirting? The Real Scoop on Female Ejaculation

All right, so you're curious about squirting and female ejaculation—we love that! There's a lot of chatter and frankly, a ton of myths out there, but we're here to give you the shame-free, expert scoop. No judgment, just love!

What the Heck is Squirting?

Ever had that moment during deep pleasure where you feel like you might pee, but you pause because you're worried about it? Chances are, you were on the way to squirting! 

Here's the direct, non-euphemistic breakdown:

Squirting is the involuntary release of a clear, watery fluid (likely from the bladder, but with other secretions) from the urethra. It’s typically a larger amount of fluid.

Female Ejaculation is the release of a smaller amount of milky fluid that comes from the Skene's gland (sometimes called the female prostate).

While these two were often used interchangeably, they are different! It's possible to experience one, the other, or both.

Your Pleasure. Your Rules.

Remember, all bodies are different, and not everyone will squirt or ejaculate, and that is totally fine! 

If you are curious to explore, here are a few tips for your pleasure tool kit:

Self-Pleasure is Key: Research suggests it can be easier to squirt during masturbation than during partnered sex. Take your time to explore what feels good.

Take It Slow: One small study found it took participants anywhere from 25 to 60 minutes of stimulation to squirt. Don't stress about the end result; focus on the journey and building arousal.

Target the Hot Spots: Combined stimulation of the clitoris and G-spot can be very effective.

Relax: Worrying or being anxious can make it difficult to climax. Try to stay relaxed and open-minded about sex.

A Few Myth-Busters from Your Sex Nerds

We've got to bust some myths that have been floating around due to stigma and lack of research:

Myth: Squirting is just pee. The fluid is a mixture. It comes from the bladder and has a lot in common with pee, but research shows it also contains other secretions.

Myth: Everyone squirts. This is not true! Some people do, some people don't, and some may start experiencing it later in life. Your sexual desires and preferences are yours alone.

Myth: It always produces a lot of fluid. Like most things exaggerated in porn, the amount of liquid varies from person to person. It may not be enough to soak the sheets, and that's normal.

We're here to celebrate sexual well-being as healthy and positive!

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For more information on this juicy topic, check out Shameless Sex Podcast Episode #249