Have you ever heard of the “G-Spot” and wondered what it is?
Some people report experiencing orgasm and/or ejaculation and/or sexual pleasure from internal stimulation of a specific area on the front wall of the vagina, about 5-8cm inside.
This area was coined the “G spot” after German gynecologist Ernst Gräfenberg who investigated the role of the urethra in orgasm. In 1950, Gräfenberg stated, “An erotic zone always could be demonstrated on the anterior wall of the vagina along the course of the urethra.”
The G spot is better known today as the “CUV complex”, or clito-urethro-vaginal complex. It was previously thought that perhaps there was a specific “spot” on the anterior (front) wall of the vagina that could elicit orgasm. While there may be a specific area of sensitivity, this is now thought to be due to the convergence of three separate structures; the clitoris, urethra and vagina!
The CUV complex is a dynamic, functional area where the interplay and overlap of these structures can contribute to sexual arousal and orgasm via internal penetration. Essentially, penetration of the vagina stimulates the clitoris from the inside!
How does this happen?
Blood flow to the clitoral arteries increases during sexual arousal, increasing the size of the clitoris thanks to the erectile tissue (similar to that of a penis). This engorgement of the clitoris is likely to bring it closer to the anterior vaginal wall and increase stimulation during internal penetration of the vagina.
Penetration with a penis has been shown to stretch the CUV complex area and apply pressure which stimulates the clitoris. This penetrative action also gently squeezes the clitoris between the pubic symphysis and the anterior (front) vaginal wall. Thrusting during penetration also causes movement of the entire CUV complex against the pubic symphysis.
It’s often reported that orgasms via external clitoral stimulation alone are less of a “whole body” / satisfying experience than orgasms via internal + external stimulation. It’s hypothesised that this is due to the innervation of these areas. The clitoris is primarily innervated by the pudendal nerve. The vagina is innervated by the pelvic nerve, and the cervix by the hypogastric, pelvic and vagus nerves. It’s hypothesised that orgasm as a result of internal stimulation of the CUV complex may be more intense as it triggers the activation of several neural pathways, as opposed to external clitoral orgasms which are only activating a single neural pathway.
The G spot has also often been associated with female ejaculation. While debate is ongoing as to the exact source and nature of female ejaculate, there is evidence that it may originate (at least in part) from the Skene’s glands. Pressure against the anterior vaginal wall in the CUV complex area, may stimulate the paraurethral spongy tissue surrounding the urethra. This is the site of the Skene’s glands and ducts. These tissues are similar to the tissues of the prostate gland in males. This may contribute to female ejaculation from the Skene’s glands.
Don’t enjoy “G spot” stimulation or ever experience female ejaculation? That’s okay! Not all people experience this. Try to avoid comparisons and simply focus on what you enjoy!
In the meantime, I recently came across this free video tutorial to learn all about squirting via CUV complex stimulation – it’s a great resource for those interested in learning more (please note it shows real sex acts and is only suitable for people 18+ years).
This article is brought to you by Jessie Brebner, a Symptothermal Method Instructor from the Gold Coast of Australia. Jessie is a passionate advocate for Fertility Awareness as a gateway to improved health, body literacy and reproductive empowerment. Jessie teaches the Symptothermal Method to people who are trying to conceive, and to people who are seeking a highly effective form of natural contraception.
