Side-entry position

One of the best lovemaking positions of all is a side-entry one. Penetration is deep and movement can be good, but not excellent. It is another restful position during pregnancy or for the larger woman. Both partners can reach the woman's clitoris to stimulate it and the man can caress most parts of her body, including her breasts. The only real disadvantage is that they cannot kiss.

It is a good position for a 'quickie' because it involves very little undressing. It is also good for conceiving, especially if the woman remains with her legs in the drawn-back position for a few minutes after intercourse. The woman can also reach the man's scrotum.

Levels of penetration

A further position is achieved when the woman lies on her side, turning slightly on to her front and supporting her top half with her forearms on the bed. The man cuddles into her back just as in the spoons positions, then puts his upper leg over her hips as he penetrates her.

It is a pleasant position for the man to be able to caress the woman's back with one hand, but she can do very little. Penetration is not especially good because her legs are fairly straight, but he is allowed quite good movement.

By drawing her knees up to her stomach she can increase penetration, but the position then converts into the more restful and satisfactory 'spoons'.

Advantages of the Scissors positions

• For people with hip problems or a disability this position can be very comfortable and allow for longer, slower penetration
  
  
• This position offers a lot of physical contact. If you are facing each other it allows the couple to be close and hold each other as they caress and kiss.
  
  
• The woman can exert a certain amount of restraint with her thigh, which can make it more exciting.
  
  

Disadvantages of the Scissors Position

• This position does not allow for a lot of leverage for thrusting and both partners may feel like they have less movement and freedom
  
  
• Although this does increase skin contact and allow for a more unique angle for penetration, it comes at the partial expense of comfort
  
  
• Many people don’t like this position because they find it awkward to position their legs without causing one of the partner’s irritation or pain, but it does have a solid following amongst those who can find the “sweet spot.”