Melanie, CEO and Founder of Loral’s joined us to give us an insider look at the safer sex products that are revolutionizing the industry. We talk about cunnilingus, STIs, and the need for usable products for every body.

Recently we had Kim, join us from Oxballs. During her presentation, she discussed ball stretching. If you haven’t heard of ball stretching, don’t worry you are in good company! Full disclosure, as someone who does not have testicles nor sleeps with people who have testicles, I didn’t know anything about this practice, but nevertheless, I was curious. So Kim fill me in, here’s what I learned.

Most masturbation sleeves are built on a simple premise: to enhance the stimulation that one gets from their hand. Many, though, go above and beyond that duty, adding unique textures, supple materials, and stimulating suction to the equation. However, don’t let the term “masturbation sleeve” restrict you — like any sex toy, sleeves can be enjoyed solo or with a partner.

Cock rings, also called penis rings (or as we affectionately call them, “C rings”), are glorious little devices meant to encircle and bind the penis and testicles. They gently restrict blood flow out of the penis, which can make the penis temporarily firmer and more sensitive. This may prolong an erection, and some wearers find that it intensifies their orgasms. But mainly, cock rings provide sensations of tightness and pressure that many folks enjoy. Plus, they just look sexy.