Shallowing is a sexual penetration technique that involves stimulating just the entrance of the vagina.

Learn why and how to try it.

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Embracing this kind of shallow penetration is called, well, shallowing.

(Spoiler alert: It rangallof mine.)

What, exactly, is shallowing when it comes to penetration?

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Shallowing is penetrative touch right at the entrance of the vagina, says Luquin.

Its not external, but its not going deep inside, either, she clarifies.

This can aid in helping you feel pleasure and get acclimated with your genitals.

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Who would benefit from the penetration technique of shallowing?

Blue echoes that sentiment, noting that this is a great technique to build arousal.

(Read: Its not a quick hitter; its a slow burn.)

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Its also great to usewhen deeper penetration isnt pleasurable, comfortable, or possible, she adds.

For the record, Stewart suggests ahands-onapproach.

I would recommend starting off with some vulva and vaginal exploration with your hands, she says.

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Reserving all your stimulation to the entrance of the vagina can then build up arousal and pleasure over time.

Ring My Bell is a lot of those things.

Lets just say I really enjoyed that.

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Plus, at just four inches long and one inch wide, it makes a great travel buddy.

This one, however, is the first one that was specifically designed with shallowing in mind.

For me, Ring My Bell provides just the right amount of penetration.

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Ring My Bell, however, uses newer technology: a magnetic rechargeable USB.

However, the magnet on the Ring My Bell is pretty strong, so eventhatisnt really an issue.

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