TK Sanders
A nipple orgasm refers to the sexual climax felt due to the stimulation of the nipples, during which the body relaxes while muscles rhythmically contract. Many people assume that orgasms originate in the genitalia regions for both men and women, but the body houses many other erogenous zones. An erogenous zone is a particular spot on the body with heightened sensitivity, especially to touch, like the nipples.
A 2016 study determined that over 12 percent of women can orgasm from stimulation to erogenous zones outside the genitals.
With the right education and stimulation, a person may be able to have a satisfying nipple orgasm — even those who have never experienced one before. Below, we describe what nipple orgasms are, who might have them, and how to try having one yourself.
Can people really orgasm from nipple stimulation?
The body is a complete organism, and sensual touch anywhere on the body can contribute to overall feelings of well-being, arousal, or even orgasm in the brain. The sex organs house the most sensitive nerve endings for sexual stimulation, but orgasms technically occur in the brain first, so really an orgasm can be triggered from anywhere with enough practice.
Oftentimes for men and women both, the nipples serve as a natural extension of the lower sex organs; meaning they carry a certain amount of privacy, sensuality, and intrinsic vulnerability. Nipples aren’t considered quite as “private” as our other private parts, but they are still hidden in plain sight and rarely stimulated during everyday activity.
Nipples also contain hundreds of nerve endings, making them very sensitive, bordering on ticklish for most. The combination of nerves and natural eroticism make them a perfect candidate for a non-genital orgasm.
How to try to achieve a nipple orgasm
There is no “one size fits all” guide to making a person orgasm; and trying to achieve orgasm via an erogenous zone outside of the genitals is basically uncharted territory for most sexually active people. However, with enough time and attention, many people can at least feel an extremely heightened response to the stimulation. Eventually, the stimulation becomes normal, and then it becomes a crucial aspect of the overall experience.
Arousal takes patience, communication, and flow. If you and your partner want to feel a nipple orgasm, you should incorporate a few types of stimulation (licking, biting, twisting) to other forms of foreplay. Instead of making the nipple the star of the show, be sure to give it attention, but don’t force it. Once the mind relaxes and a “regular” orgasm is near, you can pinpoint a particular erogenous zone (like the nipples) to try to get your partner over the hump.
As with all sexual acts, communication is crucial, so be sure to check in with your partner to make sure they are enjoying the stimulation. Luckily, practice makes perfect, and this is something you probably won’t mind getting good at.
