What's in your toybag?

 Growing up, we had toy boxes full of Barbies and G.I. Joes, jump ropes, and any number of fun things we used to make our childhoods more interesting and entertaining. Just because we're adults now, doesn't mean we still can't play with toys. The toys we play with are more for pleasure though. They come in many shapes and sizes that fit everyone's desires. And not just dildo's and vibrators. The toy's that are available include anal plugs, beads, strap-on, ropes, costumes, paddles, and more. There's a little bit of something for everyone. Let's go over some of the more common ones you can start out with. 

Dildos- Dildos, strap-ons, and vibrators all fall under the same general category. These toys are good for single people and couples who want to add to their bedroom activities. They can come in any shape, size and style. Vibrators are battery operated and can provide many different features such as pumping, vibrating, and twirling. Strap-ons are basically dildos that are attached to a leather harness and worn like underwear. They are usually used by ladies to take on the role of the male against their male or female partners.

Anal Toys- If you and your partner is interested in trying anal sex, it's always handy to have some toys that were designed for it. Anal plugs and beads are the way to go. Beads are as they are called, just a bunch of small balls (starting small and growing bigger) attached to a string with a ring on one end. The idea is to put one in at a time to help you get used to the bigger sizes. Plugs are like mini dildos, designed to help you get accustomed to the feel of an object in your butt. Plugs can be worn long term, usually for several hours a day with little, if any, side effects. There are anal training kits available with several sized plugs, each one getting bigger. If you want to try anal, a kit like this will be helpful and is recommended when starting out.  

Rope- Rope is an easy tool to get a hold of and is useful in bondage scenes. While sex shops will sell different styles of rope (cotton, hemp, and jute being the most common) in a variety of colors and sizes, if you're on a budget, going to the hardware store is also acceptable. Thicker rope is better for decorative bondage ties like the corselet, as well as for suspension play. Thinner rope is better for actually restraining your partner during a sex scene. Judging for how much rope you'll need is difficult to describe, as you'll want enough to restrain your partner without having too much excess rope. It's always best to buy more than you'll need at first and cut down to the length of rope you'll need if you're with an established partner and don't want a lot of excess. A diamond weave style rope (as opposed to twisted) is recommended when first starting out. Take your time learning basic ties and practice on pillows, teddy bears, and yourself even before tying your partner up. And yes, there are plenty of online resources you can find for free. 

Paddles- If you were a disobedient child growing you, you got punished. When you were younger, you either got a spanking, a paddling, or (in some extreme cases) learned the switch dance. You probably hated it growing up, but that does not apply in this case. Spanking the rear can be quite a turn on in sex, the combination of pain and pleasure helping to build to a satisfying orgasm. If your partner enjoys spanking, consider investing in a paddle. Sex shops sell them in multiple styles and each one gives its own unique sensation of pain. When paddling, start of easy and build up to the harder hits. Paddles are quite fun in role play scenes where pain is a turn on for a partner. Other alternatives are riding crops (you can also find these at farm supply stores such as Tractor Supply), and whips. **Please don't go Indiana Jones if you have zero experience with whips!!! A lot can go wrong if improperly used. Spend months training with a whip before you test it on your partner.**

Strokers- Also known as pocket pussies, a stroker is a toy specifically designed for men to imitate the feel of a vagina or anus. Most reputable brands make their strokers out of silicone, as it is closest material to feel like a real vagina. In the similar spirit of a dildo, a stroker is easy enough to use. All you need to do is lube yourself up as well as the toy, insert your penis and simply jerk yourself with it. The toy will have an exit hole that you use to help clean up afterwards so that it will be ready for the next use. Because there is a variety of women out there, strokers usually have different internal designs for different sensations. Some are even duplicates of famous professional porn stars, but these are usually higher up the price range. The most popular brand in this market is the Fleshlight, which comes with a plastic container for the stroker to rest in while in use.