Avoid penetrative sex during the heavy flow days.
In the first few days of menstruation when bleeding is heaviest, the vaginal opening and cervix have the lowest natural defenses. To prevent infections, it’s best to avoid penetrative sex, especially unprotected sex. Oral sex, finger play, and vaginal intercourse can easily introduce bacteria into the vagina during this time.

Using toys to stimulate the clitoral glans during your period is fine—and even beneficial.
Orgasm releases endorphins, which act as natural painkillers and can temporarily relieve menstrual discomfort. However, since orgasms cause uterine and vaginal contractions, they may speed up the flow of menstrual blood—not increase it. This can make it seem like you’re bleeding more after sexual activity, but it’s just your uterus shedding lining faster.

How to play:
You can wear period-proof underwear or pads during your period and use a vibrator over your underwear or period pants to stimulate the clitoris. This way, you don’t have to worry about menstrual blood cleanup or direct contact with your vulva—a convenient and comfortable approach.

When your flow lightens, you can choose to have penetrative sex based on how you feel, but using condoms remains very important.
Period sex is not an effective method of contraception, and unprotected sex during menstruation carries risks of sexually transmitted infections and vaginal infections.

When sex isn’t narrowly defined as penetrative intercourse alone, you can still enjoy safe, healthy, and pleasurable sexual experiences during your period!