Masturbation is defined as the manual stimulation of the sexual organs, most often to the point of orgasm. It can refer to the manual stimulation of either one’s own sexual organs or those of another, but most commonly it is considered to make reference only to such activities that are performed when one is alone. Based on some recent surveys, almost 40% of those surveyed claim to use nothing more than their own hands when masturbating. Almost 20% incorporate a sex toy into their private moments. Another 20% say that they enjoy either mutual masturbation or self masturbation with a friend present. 6% say they use a pillow to reach orgasms, and while the balance enjoys tub time with either a shower head or other waterproof object.

According to some health care professionals masturbation is nothing more than a healthy way to express and explore your own sexuality while at the same time releasing sexual tension without all the associated risks of the sexual intercourse. Not to mention the complications that can sometimes come from being in the wrong short term relationship.

This private touching is a completely natural, normal mode of self-exploration and sexual expression. Unfortunately, after the excitement of the moment has passed, many people find themselves overwhelmed by guilt and/or shame. These negative attitudes towards masturbation have deep roots. Around the turn-of-the-century boys and girls were discouraged by adults from masturbating using the threat of blindness, madness and illness. Of course, all of us know that none of that is actually true. But, with today’s more open views of sexuality we have finally reached a time when exploration of one’s own sexuality is not yet necessary encouraged, but it is also not repressed either. And women for the first time have both the freedom to explore their sexuality with variety and they also have plenty of sexual aids available to help them enhance the experience.

Most surveys suggest that approximately 70% of teen females "admitted" masturbating and the percentage is even higher among boys as one would expect. It is always hard to establish an absolute truth in any survey o­n sexuality and sexual behavior, since these surveys are usually influenced by what people think is "normal" and many people are reluctant to be completely honest. But having said that, it is clear that modern day attitudes are clearly becoming more accepting.

Almost none of us ever had an explanation from our parents about this truly important issue, or had a genuine conversation, free from prejudice and parental negative influences about this most basic subject. Mother's simply told children not to touch themselves "down there" and wow, what an embarrassment if the child did that in public! For many people the consequence of our mothers' or fathers' difficulty with our innocent sexuality when we were children has caused a considerable amount of misunderstanding about both masturbation and the enjoyment that can come from simply taking care of one’s own needs.

For that reason HerSexToyBox.com has for those who feel the need to incorporate sex toys and lubricants into their most private erotic moments has made a place where you can shop for these items in the privacy of your own home. If you are new to sex toys we recommend you buy something simple to see if you like the sensation and then if you do come back and pick something more elaborate. As for lubricants all of our products have complete descriptions designed to help you make the right choice. So, celebrate your sexuality and enjoy your private moments, as we were all meant to!