WHY GIRLS UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE SHOULD AVOID USING SEX TOYS

When it comes to discussions about sexual health and development, the topic of sex toys often sparks curiosity, especially among younger individuals. It has been suggested that mentoring from parents or Health Workers should be adopted when it comes to sex. In theory, this could be a good idea, but not so in practice. It would be hard to imagine a thirteen or fourteen-year-old girl approaching her mother to teach her how to best masturbate in order to bring herself off.

However, for girls under the age of 18, using sex toys can pose risks that outweigh any perceived benefits. The reasons why underage girls should avoid the use of sex toys fall into three categories –

1 – RUBBISH REASONS

2 – POSSIBLE REASONS

3 – THE TRUE REASONS.

RUBBISH REASONS

a) The Law. – There is no specific law preventing underage girls from using sex toys but it is illegal for them to buy them. This is no reason at all why they should not be used. Laws are simply made up by people, usually older people, and are not set in stone. Some laws are beneficial for society, but others are not, simply restricting individuals’ freedoms. The fact that there is a law is irrelevant regarding sex toy use.

b) Young girls may not fully understand how to select safe, high-quality products or maintain proper hygiene, increasing the risk of complications like bacterial infections or allergic reactions. The problem with this reasoning is that it could apply to any first-time user, not just the younger ones.

c) There is a Risk of Dependency: Using sex toys at a young age could foster an unhealthy reliance on them, potentially impacting future relationships or self-esteem. This is complete rubbish.

POSSIBLE REASONS

a) The human body is still developing during adolescence, and this includes the reproductive and sexual organs. Introducing sex toys, which are often designed for adult bodies, can pose physical risks for younger individuals.

b) Pressure from Media and Peers can induce young people to behave in ways that are contrary to their wishes. In today’s hyper-connected world, social media and pop culture can glamorise or normalise sex toys, creating pressure to experiment prematurely. Such pressure needs to be ignored. Sex in all forms should be indulged in only when a person feels ready.

c) Young girls are often still learning about their bodies and sexual identities. Relying on sex toys could shift focus away from natural self-exploration, which is both advisable and necessary.

THE TRUE REASON

Vibrating sex toys deliver very intense stimulation to the part of the body to which they are applied. When this stimulation is applied to the clitoris of a mature woman or older girl, the result is very pleasurable, resulting in sexual excitement. The effect on an immature clitoris can, however, be very different and often causes pain. Such painful experiences can result in being put off for life. The caused aversion to sex toys is unfortunate as it restricts the possibility of pleasure in the future.

Basically, the female sex organs need to develop and be prepared for the use of sex toys in the future.

As soon as a girl develops sexual feelings, she needs to masturbate as often as possible in the old-fashioned way. Stimulation of the clitoris with her fingers is both pleasurable and necessary preparation for what is to come. After a few years of masturbating in that way, any girl would be well and truly ready for the enjoyment and sexual fulfilment that a vibrating sex toy can bring.

It’s natural for adolescents to be curious about their bodies and sexuality. While curiosity about sex and sexuality is a normal part of growing up, girls under 18 are better served by focusing on natural self-discovery and emotional growth rather than using sex toys. The physical risks associated with early use outweigh potential benefits, and there are healthier, more age-appropriate ways to explore and understand one’s body.