“Other ways of masturbating could include rubbing your vulva up against a pillow or a couch cushion, or even sitting up against a washing machine.”— Patricia Niklas, birdeemag.com
“Kick things off with some reading material to set the mood. This could be a sexy book, your favorite piece of slash fiction, or a life-size cutout of Harry Styles.”— Patricia Niklas, birdeemag.com
“You could try rubbing back and forth with your fingers, or making ‘swirly’ movements around the shaft of the clitoris. You might even like to use your knuckles or palms to give a different kind of sensation.”— Patricia Niklas, birdeemag.com
“You can use your fingers (with or without clitoral stimulation) to massage within the vagina itself. Some people greatly enjoy pressure just within the opening of the vagina, on the G-spot, or rather back to the A-spot (anterior fornix) which is the spot between your bladder and cervix.”— Katy Thorn, lelo.com
“You can also try using your thumb and forefinger to almost mimic the motion of manual stimulation of a penis, though many people find this to be tiring and slightly awkward, depending on the size and location of your clitoris.”— Katy Thorn, lelo.com
“Just because the prostate doesn’t manifest itself in women in the same way it does in men, it doesn’t mean women can’t enjoy anal stimulation in the same way. During masturbation, this can involve use of fingers, butt plugs, or dildos combined with any of the above techniques or on their own. What i…”— Katy Thorn, lelo.com
“Rhythm is a technique that can also be easily practiced by either using a vibrator that provides a rhythm option or it can also be done with your fingers, by looping the same motion over and over until there’s an orgasm.”— Amanda Chatel, amazon.com
“Unlike you clitoris, [your g-spot] is located inside your vagina on the front wall. It feel slightly rough to touch, very much like the top of your palate in your mouth. There are a number of ways you can stimulate it. You can make a "come-hither" motion with your fingers to massage it or you can ho…”— Sean Jameson, yourtango.com
“Silicon-based lubricants are slippery and perfect for finger play. But keep in mind that it’s best to use a water-based lube, like Astroglide, with your sex toys so it doesn’t damage the product.”— Marie Gartee, shape.com
“Carve out a physical and mental space that makes you feel most relaxed: Draw a bath, light a candle, step away from your phone, or power down the TV.”— Marie Gartee, shape.com
“If you typically stroke yourself in a diagonal pattern—moving your fingers over your clitoris from side to side—try varying your stroke technique by caressing it using an up and down motion instead. Another option: Use one finger to trace circles around your clitoris without touching it directly.”— Marie Gartee, shape.com
“Fingering is another great way to get off, in which you penetrate yourself using your fingers. You can do this using your own natural juices or by using lubes.”— Tiffany Grace Reyes, lovepanky.com
“If you don’t know where your clitoris is, it’s that small nub of skin above your vagina and often concealed under small folds of skin where your labia meets. Your clit is that little, very sensitive tissue that gets a little engorged when you get aroused. When you masturbate, remember to tease and s…”— Tiffany Grace Reyes, lovepanky.com
“If erotica bores you and you don’t mind something a little more blatant and to the punch, you can, of course, watch porn.”— Tiffany Grace Reyes, lovepanky.com
“Just lie on your stomach with your hand firmly between your legs, and stimulate your clitoris and pubic mound by grinding your legs together and moving your hips up and down. And don't worry if you have roommates: The pillow is right there to muffle any sound you might make.”— Anna Borges, womenshealthmag.com
“Straddle the arm of a stuffed chair or couch with a thick blanket or towel draped over it. Start by riding it with small hip movements, and slowly build momentum until you find a pace that works for you. If you like solid, steady pressure on your clitoris, this move will drive you wild.”— Anna Borges, womenshealthmag.com
“Find a seated position that is comfortable and allows you access between your legs, and use your finger to "draw" a circle around your clitoris. Start slow, and depending on your speed and reaction, increase speed and pressure. If the "O" shape isn't doing it for you, try tracing the letters of the…”— Anna Borges, womenshealthmag.com
“This is by far the simplest technique, and it's all in the flick of a finger. To get set up, you need to lie down on your back and get comfortable. You're going masturbate using only one finger. Rather than just touching and rubbing yourself, make only the slightest amount of contact with your genit…”— Sean Jameson, yourtango.com
“It can be hard to take time out for ourselves for anything, even a little self-love. Try to cut out the usual distractions, like turning off your phone ringer.”— Terri Coles, huffingtonpost.ca
“Lubrication — natural or otherwise — is the key to a quality session of alone time.”— Terri Coles, huffingtonpost.ca