The Clitoris is the most sensitive part of a woman's genitalia, which can help her reach orgasm during intercourse. It has been described as "the pleasure center" for women because it contains thousands of nerve endings that react to touch, pressure, vibration, and movement. The clitoris is located between the labia minora, the inner lips of the vulva. It looks like a small button, but actually extends into several different parts underneath the skin, including the glans, shaft, crura, bulbs, and vestibular bulbs. When stimulated properly, the clitoris swells up, becoming erect, and increases in size. But unlike the penis, which becomes fully erect when stimulated, the clitoral glans remains partially hidden beneath the clitoral hood. The clitoral hood protects the glans from irritation and friction while also providing protection against urinary tract infections (UTIs). When the clitoris is aroused or excited, blood flows to the area and causes the hood to become engorged and swollen. During sexual intercourse, the clitoral hood is often pulled back to expose the glans and allow for direct contact with the male partner's penis or sex toy. Some women enjoy having their clitoral hood pulled back and may even request this during foreplay. Others prefer not to have their clitoral hood pulled back at all. It is important to communicate openly and honestly with your partner about what feels good and what does not during sexual intimacy.
The Clitoris is the most sensitive part of a woman's genitalia, which can help her reach orgasm during intercourse. It has been described as "the pleasure center" for women because it contains thousands of nerve endings that react to touch, pressure, vibration, and movement. The clitoris is located between the labia minora, the inner lips of the vulva. It looks like a small button, but actually extends into several different parts underneath the skin, including the glans, shaft, crura, bulbs, and vestibular bulbs. When stimulated properly, the clitoris swells up, becoming erect, and increases in size. But unlike the penis, which becomes fully erect when stimulated, the clitoral glans remains partially hidden beneath the clitoral hood. The clitoral hood protects the glans from irritation and friction while also providing protection against urinary tract infections (UTIs). When the clitoris is aroused or excited, blood flows to the area and causes the hood to become engorged and swollen. During sexual intercourse, the clitoral hood is often pulled back to expose the glans and allow for direct contact with the male partner's penis or sex toy. Some women enjoy having their clitoral hood pulled back and may even request this during foreplay. Others prefer not to have their clitoral hood pulled back at all. It is important to communicate openly and honestly with your partner about what feels good and what does not during sexual intimacy.