Not every sexual experience needs to feel deep, but if that's what you're craving, the right position can make a big difference. Deep penetration sex positions are designed to maximize internal stimulation, allowing a penis, strap-on, or toy to reach areas that may not get as much attention in other positions.
For some people, that extra depth feels especially pleasurable. “If you tend to be clit-focused, there’s a whole range of pleasure zones to explore within the vagina,” says Jodie Milton, women’s sex and intimacy coach at Practical Intimacy. “Deep penetration positions are a great way to experience a different kind of sexual enjoyment.” A well-placed penis or strap-on can stimulate sensitive areas like the upper vaginal wall, the A-spot (anterior fornix erogenous zone), and even the cervix. “For some, pressure against the cervix can lead to intense orgasmic response,” says Jess O’Reilly, PhD, sex expert at Astroglide.
Deep penetration can also feel emotionally intimate. “There’s something particularly erotic about taking your lover all the way inside of you,” says Milton. “Letting someone in that physically deep requires trust, vulnerability, and deep surrender, which can lead to deeper emotional intimacy and connection between you, too.”
That said, deeper isn't for everyone, and it’s totally valid to prefer positions that are a little more shallow. If deep penetration is uncomfortable for you—whether because of anatomy, a larger penis or strap-on, or a condition like endometriosis—but you still want to give it a try, go slowly, use plenty of lube, and pay attention to what feels good. You can also use products like stopper rings to limit depth when needed.
So, ready to go deeper? (Sorry, had to.) Ahead, the best deep penetration sex positions for maximum stimulation, connection, and pleasure.
Reverse Wheelbarrow
How To Do It: The receiver lies on their back. The giver lifts the receiver up by their butt and stands, holding the receiver’s hips to penetrate. The receiver holds themselves up on their hands and wraps their feet around the giver’s neck. It’s like wheelbarrow, but the receiver is facing up instead of down and their legs are up around their partner’s neck instead of on either side of their body.
Pros: The thrill of a challenge, plus extra-deep penetration.
Cons: If you’re the receiver, you can get a head rush. If that’s not a “pro” for you, proceed with caution.
Switch It Up: The receiver can lower themselves onto their elbows to make this a longer-lasting position.
Make It Hotter: Deep penetration can mean anal sex too. If you want to take the A-train, this position works especially well for it. Make sure you use plenty of lube going in.
The Sit and Get
How To Do It: The receiving partner lies back on the couch cushion while the penetrating partner kneels on the floor.
Pros: “The giving partner has access to the clitoris, breasts, and other sensitive areas,” says Jeffcoat.
Cons: May not provide enough clitoral stimulation on its own for some people.
Switch It Up: Blindfold the receiver to help focus their attention on every sensation.
Make It Hotter: To go deeper, the receiver can wrap their legs around their partner’s hips and pull them in deeper. Add a few consensual spankings if necessary.
The Flatiron
How To Do It: This is like a flattened version of doggy style. The receiver lies flat on their belly and the giver enters from behind, either vaginally or anally—up to you!
Pros: The Flatiron is an extra cozy position where you can feel connected without the potential for too much eye contact.
Cons: Not as optimal if you’re working with an extra small penis or strap-on. Try a pillow under the receiver’s hips.
Switch It Up: The closer the receiver’s legs are together, the tighter things will feel for both of you.
Make It Hotter: Prop a wand vibrator on a pillow under the receiver’s hips to ride the vibes.
The Seashell
How To Do It: The receiver lies on their back then lifts their legs by their ears. The giver kneels, leaning over to enter.
Pros: One of the deepest penetration positions out there.
Cons: This position can be deep-deep, as in too deep, so start slow.
Switch It Up: Try it with pegging.
Make It Hotter: The giver has easy access for kissing and sucking the receiver’s toes. Use this power for good.
The Cervical O
How To Do It: The receiver gets on their hands and knees in doggy style. The giver kneels to enter from behind.
Pros: Possibility of cervical orgasm. “It's best to warm up with some other sexual positions first and then ease into cervical penetration—which is actually just rubbing up against the cervix,” relationship expert Kim Anami previously told Cosmopolitan. “Even then, I suggest going slow and really opening and relaxing the cervix as you go.”
Cons: Not for Tinder hookups or makeup sex. “Because it's such an intense and vulnerable experience, it's not likely to happen during casual sex or if you aren't feeling close to your partner. You have to be in a place where you feel very open, safe, and relaxed.”
Switch It Up: If you want to try this solo, enlist the help of a longer toy with deep reach and lie on your back.
Make It Hotter: The giver can help the receiver relax—and be more receptive to an orgasm—by talking them through it. They can use words of love or filthiness—whatever gets you two going. Even better if they lean in close and whisper in the receiver’s ear.
The Wide Cowgirl
How To Do It: The giver lies on their back. The receiver straddles their partner like cowgirl but widens their legs to take it even deeper. (Bonus: The wider stance adds more direct clit stim.)
Pros: “This one’s great, because you’re on top and in full control. Widen your legs for a deeper feel and grind your hips down as deep as you want to go,” says Milton.
Cons: Depending on the angle, some people may want even more clitoral stimulation. Try a cock ring for hands-free stimulation.
Switch It Up: Experiment with grinding vs. thrusting.
Make It Hotter: The receiver can pump even harder by getting onto their feet into a squat.
The Happy Baby
How To Do It: This is just like the happy baby yoga pose, but with sex. The receiver lies on their back with their legs bent and holds their feet in their hands. The giver kneels over them to enter.
Pros: The receiver is spread wide open so this position accentuates the elements of surrender and submission.
Cons: Not a ton of inherent clit stim. The giver can slide their body upward so that their pubic bone slides over the vulva with each thrust.
Switch It Up: Add a cock ring to zhuzh it up.
Make It Hotter: If you want to make it a little more BDSM-y, the receiver can use a spreader bar to keep them exactly where the giver wants them. (As with any sex thing, this requires consent and pre-negotiated boundaries.)
The Deep Impact
How To Do It: The receiver lies on their side and lifts one leg up. The giver straddles the receiver’s leg, entering from a kneeling position.
Pros: A whole new way of experiencing each other. And, if you’re working with a curved penis, this is a great way to embrace that curve.
Cons: Might not be enough clit stim. Use a hand or clit toy to enhance the stimulation.
Switch It Up: Shift your bodies so that the receiver is straddling the other leg. A lot of people with clits have a stronger sensation of one side.
Make It Hotter: Add in some CBD-based arousal oil. The giver fills their hand with lube and cups their partner’s vulva, adding a long smooth rub to every thrust.
The Wheelbarrow
How To Do It: The receiver gets in the wheelbarrow position holding their weight with arms straight out to the floor while their partner holds up their legs and enters standing from behind.
Pros: This is about the adventure and bonding over a challenge.
Cons: Upper-arm strength needed. If the receiver can’t hold themselves up, they can lie face down with their hips at the edge of the bed while the giver lifts the receiver’s legs to get to perfect penetration height.
Switch It Up: The receiver can lie on the bed atop a lie-on vibrator for more stimulation.
Make It Hotter: It’s okay to be weird and silly during sex. Can you walk to the bedroom in the wheelbarrow? Hell, give it a try. Maybe this is your new form of sex transportation.
Rolling in the Deep
How To Do It: Assume the missionary position with a pillow or two propped under the receiver’s hips. The receiver lifts their legs straight up and over their partner’s shoulders. The pillow will take this classic position to a much deeper place.
Pros: This little tweak can make a huge difference in how missionary feels to both of you.
Cons: A sex wedge will give you more reliable support but they can be spendy. See what you can do with regular ol’ non-sex pillows.
Switch It Up: Try more pillows in different spots to explore variations.
Make It Hotter: If the giver holds onto the receiver’s legs and pushes them back toward their head (only slightly, the receiver is not made of rubber), they’ll hit spots deep on the top of the vaginal wall that’ll feel so good.
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