New Year, New Adult Resolutions
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New Year, New Adult Resolutions
From Beginner to Advanced
It’s the year 2026 and the world is entering a new cycle with new habits and possibly vibrating repeat patterns. There is nothing wrong with keeping it simple or remaining where you are happy, but some of us are getting ready to say goodbye to old ways and hello to new sensations! So here is a list of Toys, Tools, & Things we think can make your new journey O-mazing.
[Everything on this list can be used for solo OR partner play. Move through this list at your own pace and pleasure]
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DILDO & STRAP-ON/HARNESS PLAY [in existence since 220 BCE]
Dildo: an object resembling a penis used for sexual stimulation
Strap-On/Harness: A combination of straps, bands, and other fixtures used to secure a dildo onto the body.
Most harnesses are used with partner play for pegging sessions or role play.
Harnesses come in many different sizes and materials so find one that works for you
MOST but not all Dildos are harness compatible with a flared or suction base. The suctions are strong enough to be played with when stuck to nearly any smooth surface (wall, chair, etc.)
Great For: G-Spot Stimulation, Prostate Stimulation, & Anal Play
LUBRICANTS [in existence since 600 BCE]
Lubricants of all kinds are designed to reduce friction, heat, and wear when introduced as a film between solid surfaces. Something that lessens or prevents friction or difficulty.
Lubricants used for sexual acts (affectionately called Lubes) are formulated for exactly that. Whether it’s simply to make the moment smoother or to add heightened sensations.
The most popular base Lube Formulas are Water-Based and Silicone Based. But there have been many different variations of the kind that include hybrids, warming, cooling, edible, and some “specialty ingredients” like Aloe, Coconut Oil, and Spermicides.
There are even lubes specifically formulated for those going through Menopause.
When shopping for Lube it is best to keep its use in mind. Is it for a silicone toy? Buy water-based lube. Do you have a sensitive Vulva? Look for lubes that are free of paraben, glycerin, petroleum and fragrance. Wanting to explore Anal for the first time? Look for something a little thicker than water based (silicone or a hybrid) and maybe with a numbing agent.
Not all Lubes are made the same! Not all brands are the same. Not all formulas are the same. Be picky, Be specific. It’s YOUR pleasure.
EROTICA [in existence since the 1700s]
Erotica is (usually) literature devoted to, or tending to arouse sexual love or desire.
“Fanny Hill: Or, Memoirs of a Woman of Pleasure” is an Erotic Novel written by John Cleland and published in London, 1748/9. It tells a story about a woman who loses her virginity to a man who said he loved her but left her. We follow this story by following Fanny’s sexual exploits from virginity to prostitution. It was VERY popular in its “puritan” time and considered a classic amongst smut lovers even now.
Most Modern Erotica now spans many sub-genres! From Feminist Text to Monster/Creature Fantasy. There is literally so much to choose from.
Erotica is a really fun way to explore sexual fantasy without having to actually get in the playing field. Erotica IS fantasy, but it can also be very educational AND inspirational. Feeding the imagination for your next O session.
ANAL [toys in existence since the 1800s]
Anal play is play relating to, situated near, or involving the anus. Anal play is NOT specifically for one gender/sexuality or another. The Anus is a known erogenous zone enjoyed by many adults of all ages, races, genders, and lifestyles.
Anal play requires training! The Anus is not an easily accessible place right off the bat. It requires PLENTY of lubrication and training. Yes! Training! In order for the Anus to be able to receive whatever you wish to give it, there needs to be a gradual increase in “stretching”.
SCIENCE TIME: “Your anus is at the end of your large intestine — the last three or four centimeters of it. This is where your large intestine opens to the outside to let your poop come out. At your anus, the tissue lining the inside of your large intestine begins to change from tender mucosa to normal skin. Ring-like muscles called sphincters surround your anus and keep it closed until they’re activated to let your poop come out.” - https://my.clevelandclinic.org
The number one way to enjoy anal is to RELAX. Relaxing is what allows you to be more aware and more in control of your sphincters. To get used to the feeling of anal play we advise a solo training session with lots of lube and a good anal training kit.
Most kits come with 3 different sizes for a gradual increase in “stretch”.
Most first time Anal Play with a partner should start with a finger.
Anal play can be surface place, insert play or dual play (anal + other stimulation).
READ August is “Anal Pleasure Month!”
COSTUME/ROLEPLAY [masquerade in existence since the 1600s]
Costumes and Play-wear have been around for centuries! Whether we are talking about a Masquerade ball or dressing up for Halloween. The theatrics of it all have been involved with the kink world from the beginning.
Wearing a mask to hide your face/identity, wearing a custom to embody a new persona, acting out a scene. All these can bring a new level of pleasure and eroticism into the bedroom.
It may feel a little awkward at first, but once you find your rhythm, the playfulness becomes foreplay.
Examples of Kinky Role Play: Nurse/Patient, Home Invasion, Secret Lover, and Animal or Pet Play
G-SPOT STIMULATION
The G-Spot is an erogenous zone located [approx 2-3 inches] inside the vaginal walls. Location may vary from Vagina to Vagina. Pleasurable and Erotic Stimulation will vary from Vagina to Vagina.
Most Vulva owners orgasm from Clitoral Stimulation more so than G-Spot BUT EVERY PERSON IS DIFFERENT.
Many people have a very shallow opinion on the G-spot, believing it to be a made up thing simply because they couldn’t “activate it”. If you are looking to explore the possible pleasures of the G-Spot you can try the following (after foreplay or prearousal is best): Dildo/Penis, Vibrator, G-Spot Stimulants/Lubes, Fingers.
If you don’t experience penetration regularly please take your time. Move slow and relaxed!
If G-Spot Stimulation does nothing for you, do not feel bad. Nothing is wrong with you. It may just not be your thing. And that is OK and PERFECTLY NORMAL.
MAGIC WAND
“The most iconic pleasure product wasn’t intended to be one. The Hitachi Magic Wand, a body massager released in 1968, provided handheld, powerful vibrations that satisfied experimenting users. Embraced by early adult retailers like Good Vibrations and popularized by sex educator Betty Dodson, it became established as “the Cadillac of vibrators,”even if its creator didn’t want it to be.” ~ History of the Magic Wand by Entrenue
The Magic wand is probably the most recognised and referenced adult toy next to the rabbit or the bullet. Perfect for all body use but a fav for clitoral AND perineum stimulation.
With a variation of vibration patterns and strengths, it’s the perfect beginners toy for sexual exploration and masturbation.
RABBIT [DUAL STIMULATOR - in use since the 80s]
Dual stimulation has been a “thing” since the beginning of pleasure exploration. Dual Stimulation pertains to the stimulation of two erogenous zones at once. The most popular pairings are Clitoral & G-Spot, Anal and G-spot, or Anal & Perimium. Most people also enjoy Nipple Play along with their stimulation.
The Rabbit is very popular amongst those who enjoy Clitoral & G-Spot Stimulation. One of the most popular Dual Stimulators is the Rabbit Habit, thanks to its time in the spotlight with an Episode of “Sex in the City” (1998).
APP CONTROLLED
The Age of Aquarius is known as the age of technology and as we entered the 21st century we have seen just how techy things have become. Including Sex Toys! Whether you are single or engaging in partner/couple play, app controlled toys have become some of the top favourites.
Beginning as a fun add on to the “live camera model community” these toys have quickly made their way into the hands of the long distance lover and the naughty date nights. Some brands like “LOVENSE” and “WE-VIBE” are almost exclusively all about APP control.
App Controlled toys can also come in handy for those with physical disabilities or limited movement.
ADULT PARTY THINGS
Whether you're planning a “Taster”, a “Play Party”, or an “Orgy”, it’s good to have a clue or an idea of the vibe you are hosting.
Most adult parties in the vanilla world are fairly tame and fun. Bachelor/Bachelorette parties are well known “approved” Adult Parties. But if we want to up the KINKY it is best to have some safety codes and rules in place.
From Board Games or Bondage Play, everyone needs to know the rules and consequences.
Here are some helpful words and definitions to keep in my mind:
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Play Party – A gathering where kinky and social activities are encouraged, often taking place at a dungeon with dungeon monitors (DMs).
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Protocol – Literally a way of doing things, often used to describe rituals or expectations in a power exchange relationship such as kneeling, verbal honorifics, etc.
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CRASH – An acronym for an attitude about kinky activities being “Consensually Risk-Aware Shit Happens.” Contrasting with RACK, PRICK, and SSC.
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PRICK – An acronym for an attitude about kinky activities being “Personally Responsible Informed Consensual Kink.” (Contrasted with RACK, CRASH, and SSC).
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RACK – An acronym for an attitude about kinky activities being “Risk Aware Consensual Kink.” Often contrasted with SSC, PRICK, or CRASH.
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SSC – An acronym for an attitude about kinky activities being Safe, Sane, and Consensual, attributed to slave david stein.
SHOP PARTY TIME: DECORATIONS AND GAMES
COUPLE PLAY
Or partner play, is simply a play/kink session between two people. This is not a very difficult or confusing concept, but let’s lay down a good foundation.
If you are entering into a sexual/kinky relationship with an individual there should always be communication, consent, and respect. All play sessions should have some sort of talking starting point. Expectations, hard nos, the things we enjoy, after care, etc. These are things couples/partners should get used to discussing if you wish to enjoy a truly healthy happy session.
We know talking about what you like and how you like it can be a bit nerve wrecking, but if you have been enjoying solo play, you already have a starting point on the “how/what.” And no matter the actual relationship/partner status, you should always be comfortable enough for the chat before the act.
KINK & BDSM
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KINK: a sexual desire or practice regarded as unusual or unconventional. (~ Oxford Languages)
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BDSM: Acronym meaning “Bondage, Discipline/Dominance, Sadism/Submission, Masochism”. (~The KinkAcademy)
When people think of Kink or Kinky their first thought is probably about sexual positions, thanks to the Kama Sutra (an ancient indian text from the 2nd or 3rd century translated to english in the 1880s).
However, Kink & BDSM is so much more than sexual positions. In fact some Kink and BDSM play has nothing to do with actual penetration. It is all about arousal and pleasure through the less than straight/vanilla path. It is about exploring sexual pleasures through all the senses and story lines.
The best way to dip your toes into Kink & BDSM is through education and play! Watch the videos, listen to the podcasts, read the books, join a workshop!
HEALTH CARE & AWARENESS
Physical Sex Stuff is not just about the “Fun” Stuff, we need to talk about the “Health” Stuff too. No matter how sexually active you are or are not, the health of your body is important. Many people tend to neglect their sexual health because of ignorance, fear, or shame.
How often do you check in with the health of your parts? All these holes need looking into! Whether you are concerned about reproduction or not, checking with your reproductive organs and private parts are very important. These are spaces most people have a “wash and go” attitude. Hygiene is important but so is getting your regular check-ups.
Getting tested isn’t just for an STI or HIV test. It is also to check for cancers and other abnormalities.
Don’t have a regular GP? Head over to the Clinic. Don’t wait for something to pop up.
Be Smart, don’t play with the health of your body.
Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinic
Hamilton Health Centre, 67 Victoria Street, Hamilton HM12
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Closed 12:30 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. for lunch)
Email: maternalhealth@gov.bm
Phone: 444-1711 or 332-8895