You might don’t know what is queefing but I’m pretty sure that you have experienced it.
Queefing is one of those uncomfortable experiences that almost everyone has experienced but no one talks about it.
Do you still have not idea what it is? Let us give you a hint: Have you ever experienced a vaginal fart during sex?
Well, that is exactly what queefing is, also known as vaginal flatulence is a normal process that doesn’t indicate any disease or unhealthy condition.
Queefing doesn’t only happen on passion moments, it may also occur when you are exercising (specifically exercises like yoga) which makes it even more embarrassing. Unfortunately, it is involuntary and there aren’t so many options that you can do to get rid of it. Unless it has a strong odor you have nothing to worry about.
If you are suffering it and have not idea what to do with it, then this article is meant for you. We are going to explain to you what is queef, why it happens, the main causes of it and what you can do to get rid of it. Keep reading to know everything about it.
What is a Queef?
A queef, or vaginal flatulence it is an escape of air from the vagina chamber, although it is also known as a vaginal fart, it has nothing in common with a fart which is what happens when the air builds up from fermentation.
A queef is basically air that is accumulated in the vagina chamber, that is why it doesn’t have a smell, it can happen whenever but it is more common to happen during sex. Around 54% of women suffered queefing at last once during sex.
Queefing doesn’t have any health consequences, you should only feel worried if it has a strong smell or if you are pregnant because the air can get in the pelvic veins and create the risk of an air embolism, but the risk is minimum so if this happens to you the best you can do is to laugh it off and joke about it.
Why Do Girls Queef?
The vagina isn’t a straight tube, it has wrinkle-like folds so it is very prone to getting air caught inside.
When having sex the vagina is more prone to queefing because the air is actively being pushed into the vagina chamber, air can also get trapped with the movement (which is what happens when you queef during yoga or other types of exercises).
Another factor that makes you more prone to queefing is that your vagina expands when you are turned on, which makes more room for air.
If you just gave birth or lose weight then you have more chances of experiencing a queef because you have a lot of sagging tissue in the vagina.
Basically, when the air gets trapped it has to go out, and unfortunately, those moments that you are enjoying the most are the ones most prone to a queef.
What Causes Queefing?
Although we have already talked about the most common causes, we are going to tell you a few more and explain them to you.
- Penetration: It doesn’t matter if it is with a penis, a sex toy or your fingers (yes, masturbation can also cause queefing), penetration pushes more air to the vagina chamber, and we add the fact that your vagina expands during sex (making more room for air) and its moistness which helps to make that “fart” sound then our chances of experiencing a queef go 10x times higher.
- Changing sex positions: Certain positions make you more prone to queefing, especially the ones like the doggy style in which your hips are raised above your hair or the missionary but with your butt lifted off the bed. When you change positions the air can rush out.
- Putting a tampon or a menstrual cup: When you do either other of those the air is pushed inside the vagina, and when you remove the tampon or the menstrual cup you can experience a queef.
- Exercises: You are more prone to queefing when you practice yoga, especially on the position downward dog, or when you are doing crunches.
How to Stop Queefing During Sex?
Since queefing is involuntary sometimes even though we try it really hard to prevent it, it is still going to happen so stop feeling embarrassed about it and just enjoy sex. However, if you still want to know the tips and ways to prevent it from happening keep reading:
- Keep your partner’s penis or your sex toy inside the vagina when changing positions to prevent the air from entering there.
- Bring your legs closer together during sex.
- Try doing less in-and-out thrusting and more grinding in circular motions to prevent air from getting trapped in the vagina.
- Squeeze the pelvic floor when you practice sex.
- Practice kegel exercises to strengthen your pelvic floor and make it less prone to queefing. This is also beneficial if you have saggy vagina tissue.
- If you want to you can avoid certain sex positions that make you more prone to queefing.
Conclusion
Queefing is a natural process that happens when there is air trapped in the vagina, it is painless and doesn’t smell, but it does cause embarrassment and shame. It doesn’t involve any unhealthy consequences unless you are pregnant or if it has a strong odor, otherwise, you have nothing to worry about.
The main situation in which queefing happens is sex (specifically some positions like the doggy-style) as well as some exercises like yoga, but it can also happen when you putting a tampon or a menstrual cup or when doing crunches.
The best you can do about queefing is to take it easy and make a joke about it, your partner will surely enjoy it as well and you will enjoy sex more. You can try certain tips like avoiding certain sex positions or bringing your legs closer but that may prevent you from fully enjoying sex. Never feel ashamed of your body and the natural processes that happen there.
Sources
https://www.self.com/story/answers-for-all-your-queefing-questions
https://www.womenshealthmag.com/sex-and-love/a19967141/queefing/
https://www.cosmopolitan.com/sex-love/news/a59062/is-it-normal-to-queef-during-sex/
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/queef-vagina-fart-flatulence-sex_l_5ceeb516e4b0f078035e2e4b
