Answer:
by Kathleen Scarbo (VanKirk): (11/27/2009)
There may be several reasons why you are experiencing more nipple sensitivity as of late.
Hormonal fluctuations can sometimes change your sensitivity. This may be caused by natural fluctuations, from certain forms of birth control or medications.
Another possibility, may be that your boyfriend is using a slightly different technique from previously. A slight variation in the amount of "teeth" or pressure may change your experience.
I would suggest that you and your boyfriend discuss this issue. It is important to develop a dialogue about sexuality with your partner and now is as good a time as any.
Explain that you like nipple stimulation but that your body is perceiving it differently than it did before. State that it may be a hormonal issue but also ask if he believes he is doing anything different.
Talk about what works for you and what doesn't. For example, licking, nibbling and squeezing might be great but direct biting isn't. Try to focus on the positive.
Stay attuned to your body and realize things may change as they usually do. By all means, keep the lines of communication between you and your partner open.
Editors note: Dr Kat's response is right on. I want to emphasize the point she made about the changing nature of sensation. Female bodies change all the time. We never feel the same exact way twice. So, you can't just count on the fact that once you get it figured out, it will always be the same way. You have to stay in the moment of that experience and communicate to your partner what you want at that particular moment. This can be done either physically or verbally. You can take his head in your hands and adjust the pressure by moving his head or by moving your body. This nonverbal form of communication during sex is a really great way to communicate with your partner the reality of whatever you're feeling/needing/wanting right then, in that moment. Patricia Fawver, Ph.D. Reviewed by: Patricia Fawver Ph.D. in Sexology
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