THE SCIENCE IS THERE. Scientists have identified the missionary position as the ultimate sex position for women to achieve orgasm. According to research conducted by the prestigious New H Medical Clinic, the missionary – with a strategic pillow placed beneath the woman’s pelvis – reigns supreme in enhancing female pleasure.
In the study published in The Journal of Sexual Medicine, researchers embarked on a mission to demystify the optimal coital positions for female orgasm. Leading the charge was Dr Kimberly Lovie, a renowned research physician, who meticulously recorded a volunteer couple engaging in five different sexual positions over 10 minutes.
Armed with an ultrasound scanner, the team measured clitoral blood flow before and after coitus in each position. The results were nothing short of sensational. Dr Lovie stated, “The purported benefits of various coital positions are described in numerous magazines, books, and public forums. However, there is little scientific research that evaluates the association between different coital positions and their ability to produce female orgasm.”
Missionary for the Win
The findings were clear – the missionary position, with the woman’s pelvis slightly elevated by a pillow, generated the highest clitoral blood flow, making it the best for female orgasms. This simple adjustment not only heightened pleasure but also maximised clitoral contact, proving that sometimes, less is indeed more.
Conversely, the study found that rear entry positions were the least effective for achieving orgasm. “The kneeling/rear entry position produces the least amount of direct clitoral contact, resulting in a negligible increase in blood flow compared to the face-to-face positions,” Dr Lovie explained.
Unpacking The Missionary Legacy
While the results spotlight the missionary position’s effectiveness, this iconic pose carries profound historical and cultural significance that is often overlooked. Historically, the doggie style was more prevalent, but a significant shift occurred, influenced by Christian church teachings. Religious leaders, particularly in early Christianity, sought to distinguish human sexual behaviour from animals, promoting missionary as the “proper” and “moral” form of intercourse.
This shift wasn’t about a lack of creativity but a conscious move to uphold human dignity, aligning with societal norms of the time. With its minimal nudity and face-to-face intimacy, the missionary position perfectly aligned with the church’s modesty codes.
A Eurocentric Perspective
Despite its acclaim, the term “missionary position” has faced criticism for its Eurocentric roots and the cultural stereotypes it might perpetuate. Critics argue that the label simplifies and misrepresents the complex history of human sexual practices, overlooking the diversity of behaviours across cultures and eras.
Jomo Kenyatta, Kenya’s first president, captured a broader critique of missionary influence with his poignant observation: “When the missionaries arrived, the Africans had the land, and the missionaries had the Bible. They taught us how to pray with our eyes closed. When we opened them, they had the land, and we had the Bible.” Although not directly about sexual positions, Kenyatta’s words highlight the profound and often detrimental impact of missionary activities on indigenous cultures and practices.
Sexuality, Culture, and Religion
Understanding the missionary position’s name provides a richer perspective on how cultural and spiritual influences shape sexual behaviours. It reflects a time when aligning human sexual behaviour with religious and moral ideals was paramount, emphasizing modesty and moral superiority.
The Final Word
So, ladies and gentlemen, it might be time to get back to basics if you’re aiming for the stars. Grab that pillow and rediscover the missionary position – scientifically proven to be your ticket to orgasmic delight. And remember, behind every position, there’s a story that’s just as captivating.
