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The term "squirting" is often used to describe the fluid that comes from the vulva during orgasm. But it's actually much more nuanced.
"Squirting" and "female ejaculation" are often used interchangeably. Controversy exists over whether they're two distinct functions. Experts lean toward the belief that they are. 1
This article looks at how squirting and female ejaculation are different, how squirting happens, what it feels like, and how to do it.
The debate is ongoing over whether squirting can be called ejaculation. Still, studies and experts have recognized some key differences between them. 2 3
Fluid believed to come from the bladder and excreted by the urethra
Can involve the release of a larger volume of fluid (up to 10 tablespoons)
Contains urea, creatinine, and uric acid, similar to diluted urine, sometimes with a small amount of prostatic-specific antigen (PSA)
Fluid believed to come from the Skene’s gland, often referred to as the "female prostate," near the urethra
Tends to be a smaller volume of fluid (up to a tablespoon)
Contains high levels of prostatic acid phosphatase, prostatic specific antigen, glucose, and fructose, but low levels of urea and creatinine (often similar to male ejaculate without the sperm)
Whether everyone with a vagina can squirt and/or ejaculate is up for debate. It's estimated that between 10% and 50% of those with female genitalia do ejaculate.
Some experts believe everyone with female anatomy has the ability to squirt. Others believe it depends on your body. That means some people may not ever be able to do it. 4
Exactly what triggers female ejaculation is still unknown. It's believed to involve clitoral and G-spot stimulation. 5
From the outside, the clitoris looks like a small "nub" covered by a hood of skin. It's at the top of the vulva, above the urethra.
Inside, the clitoris has two "legs." They run down each side of the vulva. That gives it a horseshoe-like shape. Its only known purpose is to provide pleasure.
The G-spot is harder to define. Experts aren't sure if it's an anatomical "part" or simply a sensitive area inside the vagina.
To find the G-spot, you or your partner can insert a finger a few inches into the vagina. Keep the palm up and make a "come here" gesture with the finger. You can also use a sex toy that's meant to stimulate that area.
This is pleasurable for some people. For others, it doesn't feel like anything special.
One study suggests that the G-spot may be the root of the clitoris, felt through the wall of the vagina. 5
Ejaculation is associated with orgasm. That's especially true when it's caused by stimulation of the clitoris and G-spot. But some people ejaculate from stimulation even without orgasm. 2
In short, theories abound. So far, though, no one is sure what causes female ejaculation. Studies are conflicting and inconclusive.
What is known is that it's normal if you ejaculate and it's normal if you don't. Neither is considered better or worse. Not ejaculating doesn't mean the sex was unsatisfactory, either.
It's unknown whether squirting and female ejaculation are the same thing. Studies are inconclusive. Ejaculation may involve stimulation of the clitoris and G-spot. It can happen with or without orgasm. Whether you do or don't ejaculate, you're considered normal.
Squirting and ejaculation feel different from person to person. For some, it feels like an orgasm. Others feel an orgasm from deeper in the body than a clitoral orgasm. It may cause a "bearing down" sensation. 2
You may feel an urge to pee before you ejaculate. That may make you hold back for fear of urinating.
Some describe ejaculation as feeling like urinating. Others don't feel anything when it happens. Most "squirters" find it pleasurable, no matter the exact details.
The fluid from squirting/ejaculating can spread sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Safer sex precautions and practices should be followed.
Squirting and/or ejaculating doesn't mean better sex. You may not be able to do it. But if you'd like to, some tips may help.
First, lay down a towel. Squirting can be messy.
Starting by going solo with masturbation is often a good option. It allows you to explore without feeling pressured or inhibited.
Get "in the mood" in whatever way works for you. That might include lighting candles, dimming the lights, putting on music, and creating a soothing space. It could also involve erotic material. Do whatever gets you in the mindset for sex.
Whether alone or with a partner , foreplay is key. Allow arousal to build over time. Don't try for the big event until you're highly aroused.
Use a finger or G-spot stimulator to find your G-spot. Some sex toys stimulate both the G-spot and clitoris.
During penetrative vaginal sex with a partner, try to find a position that puts pressure on the G-spot. "Doggy style" (entry from behind) often works for this.
Stimulating the clitoris and G-spot at the same time. For partnered sex, have your partner stroke your G-spot with a finger while stimulating your clitoris with their mouth .
The vulva isn't the only part of the body that can elicit a sexual response. Explore other parts of your body, literally from head to toe. See what you enjoy having touched (or kissed or licked).
Don’t get worried if you feel like you have to pee. Ejaculation is different than peeing, but they can feel the same.
Give into the sensation and let it happen. Don't hold back. It may help to pee before sex so you know the urge is to ejaculate, not urinate.
Don't try to force it. Let it happen organically. If it doesn't happen the first time, keep trying. Try different tactics. Take note of what works and what doesn't.
Squirting usually feels pleasant. It may also be similar to the feeling of urinating. Or it might feel like "bearing down." You can try to squirt by relaxing, exploring your body, and not holding back. Don't be discouraged if it doesn't happen right away.
Experts are still working to understand female ejaculation and squirting. So far, it's unclear whether they're the same thing and whether everyone can do both. They can happen with or without orgasm.
You can try to squirt by relaxing, stimulating the G-spot and clitoris, and going with the feeling. It may or may not work. You're considered normal regardless of whether you squirt/ejaculate.
While it can be fun to try, don't feel bad if you can't squirt or ejaculate. It's believed most people with vaginas don't ejaculate. Your ability to squirt has no effect on your ability to have a fulfilling and satisfying sex life.
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“It felt like a huge pressure was building up and then suddenly…released.”
When it comes to squirting , even doctors aren’t quite sure WTF is up. Whatever little research is out there about it isn’t very representative, is old, or just asks more questions than it answers. However, all the semantics of squirting aside (is it pee, is it not pee? Does it come from glands or your urethra?), everyone is on the same page that squirting does happen to some women during sex.
For some women, squirting is related to super-intense orgasms, and for others, not so much. Some women squirt every time they have sex, and for others, it’s just a once-in-a-while thing. And if you don’t or can’t squirt, don’t feel bad—it’s definitely not an “every body does this” thing. Here to help give us some insight into the wet wide world of squirting are five real femmes who squirt and their experiences on the topic:
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There are certain sex acts that have developed a sort of cult following, and squirting is one of them. There’s something undeniably arousing about a person with a vulva being able to expel fluids just like a person with a penis. And while squirting doesn’t always happen during orgasm, some vulva-owners enjoy the sensation as well as its visual fanfare.
“I love the powerful release, as well as the sheer display of it,” says porn performer Jiz Lee , who contributed a section on squirting to the book Girl Sex 101 .
There's a lot of misinformation out there about squirting, says Lola Jean , a sex educator and self-proclaimed “ Olympic Squirter .” “Given it is a heavily under-researched topic and misunderstood act, this is not surprising.”
If you’re wondering how to make a person with a vulva squirt, we’ll get to that, but first, let’s answer some common questions about squirting.
Mainstream porn has led some viewers to believe that squirting is a lot more common than it actually is—in reality, some vulva-owners don’t squirt.
“Some people squirt once or with orgasm, some repeatedly, and some not at all,” Lee says. Still, the majority of vulva-owners report having some squirting ability. A 2017 study found that 69% of vulva-owners between the ages of 18 and 39 have experienced ejaculation during orgasm.
When some people with a vulva are sufficiently aroused, they're able to "squirt" a clear-ish liquid through their urethra—kinda like how people with a penis are able to ejaculate, except in this case, the process has nothing to do with reproduction.
Squirting fluid can come out in a variety of volumes. “Ejaculation might appear as fluid that expels in a squirt, gush, or just a drip,” Lee says. “It can be a huge flood soaking the sheets or just a small puddle or butt print found after sex.”
According to a 2013 study , the amount of ejaculate vulva-owners release through squirting can range from 0.3ml to more than 150 mL. Some bodies just squirt more than others, and hydration levels can impact the amount of ejaculate, too. “It doesn’t mean you did a better job if there was more fluid,” Jean says.
Nope! “It's understandable that people might think it's urine, since it comes from the same hole,” Lee says. “While it's true that people can urinate during sex, [ejaculate] is a different fluid with a different chemical make-up.”
The exact makeup of this fluid has long been a subject of debate, but here’s the latest according to a 2021 literature review : anatomical studies have shown that squirt originates in the Skene’s glands and includes prostate specific antigen (PSA), which is typically found in prostate fluid. We also know that ejaculate differs from urine in its creatinine and urea concentrations.
Ultimately, it doesn’t matter what squirt is—for many people with a vulva, squirting feels good, so let’s focus on the pleasure-giving part of this magical bodily process.
Almost. Before you and your partner get down to business, ask yourself: Who is this for?
“Squirting isn’t always accompanied by an orgasm, and not everyone finds it pleasurable,” Jean says. A 2021 study of 28 squirters found that some participants felt ashamed of their bodies’ natural pleasure response or found the sensation to be unpleasant, while others considered their squirting ability a “superpower.”
Do you want your partner to squirt for their sake, since you want them to have the most pleasurable sexual experience possible? Or do you want them to squirt for your ego? If it’s the latter, then you and your partner shouldn’t attempt squirting. Ask your partner if squirting is something they’d like to try. If squirting doesn’t appeal to them, stick with other sexual activities you’ll both enjoy.
First, prepare your bodies. Make sure your partner is well-hydrated. Since you’ll probably be using your fingers, you should wash your hands and make sure your nails are trimmed and filed to avoid causing cuts or abrasions.
Next, prepare your space. Squirting can get pretty wet, and if you or your partner are worried about making a mess, you probably won’t enjoy yourselves. “Lay down a large towel, a mattress protector, or a sex blanket like the kind Liberator makes to make clean-up easy and lessen concerns about 'wetting' the bed,” Lee says.
That said, if your partner has never squirted before, anticipating a waterfall might feel like a lot of pressure. Talk to your partner about what would feel best to them. If they’d rather not lay down a towel, that’s fine—you can always wash your bedding after sex if you need to. Of course, if your partner knows they can gush like Old Faithful, they might be willing (and eager!) to use some form of mattress protection.
Squirting should be about the journey; not the destination. “ Any time you approach sex with a goal, there's potential pressure placed on the act that can create potential frustration and dissapointment,” Lee says. “Put that whole concept of a goal in the trash bin and set out with simply the possibility to include something new and exciting.” Remember that even if your partner doesn’t squirt during your first (or tenth) attempt, at least you both had fun trying!
Turning your partner on will prime their body for squirting. “Arousal will not only engorge the perennial sponge and the urethral sponge making then more receptive to touch, but it will also help build up fluids in the Bartholin's glands (largely responsible for vaginal lubrication) and paraurethral glands (largely responsible for urethral lubrication
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