The History of Sex Toys

The topic of sex toys no longer makes people feel uncomfortable. Years ago, when they were still new, and people weren’t sure how they felt about them yet, they were negatively connotated.

Now that people are more open to speaking about them, we can all share our experiences and learn more about them openly. When exactly was the first adult toy invented? What was it used for, and why was it invented in the first place? If you’re ready for a history lesson dipped in sexual healing, keep on reading.

The history of sex toys is one we don’t often read about. We all know that it had to start somewhere, but we’re not exactly sure where it all began. The first sex toy dates back to the Paleolithic era. This is the era where stone tools were introduced which leads us to our topic. The first dildo was made out of siltstone and has been a topic of discussion for quite some time now. It’s still unknown if the dildo was used for religious or personal use, and many are still in the dark about the issue. Who’s to say it was, in fact, a dildo? Well, palaeontologists, in fact, found the artefact when they were on a mission excavating the land, and because of the shape of the item, they deemed it a dildo. Now, this could be a pure coincidence, but it looks like we may never really know.

Dildos have since evolved and remain one of the best-selling sex toys around the globe. They are simple, easy to use, and can be kept just about anywhere. Coming in different sizes, it makes it an ideal sex toy for both men and women. Some are even great for water play. Some cultures don’t even use dildos as they prefer to use more natural items such as bananas for pleasure. It may seem strange, but if you think about its one thing, people have to do what suits them best.

The history of adult toys doesn’t stop at the dildo. Have you heard the saying an orgasm a day keeps the doctor away? Do you know where it comes from? Back in the day, women would be treated at the doctors’ office for stress with orgasms. You read it right. Instead of doctors’ prescribing a woman medicine, they would instead tell them that an orgasm would lower their stress levels and make them healthier. Orgasms are an antidepressant and help improve your mood. In fact, orgasms turn off parts of the brain which are responsible for fear and anxiety. Nowadays, if you go to the doctor for stress, you may be prescribed something, but the fact remains that orgasms are one of the biggest stress reliever’s.
Now that you’ve received your history of sex toys lesson, did you learn anything new? Are there some things you didn’t know about before but now have a better understanding of them? Let us know!

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