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CUSU LGBT The Freedom Book 2008 19Sex between womenFingering is using the fingers to stimulate the clitoris and labia – thelips of the vagina – or penetrating the vagina or anus. It’s fairly safe, butbe careful – don’t risk tearing the skin outside orinside the vagina or anus. Use lube and gloves ifyou want and take it slowly. To lower the risk oftearing the skin inside the vagina, make sureyour fingernails aren’t sharp.Oral sex; going down; cunnilingus; isusing the tongue and mouth to stimulatethe clitoris and vulva. It’s relatively low risk,although if you have cold sores around yourmouth and don’t use a barrier like an oralshield you could give your partner herpes.Rimming is stimulation and penetration ofyour partner’s anus with your tongue. There is arisk of infection, mainly of Hepatitis A, so use anoral shield.Sex toys come in all shapes and sizes; some takebatteries (vibrators) and some don’t (dildos). Ifyou’re going to share them it’s important that youprotect yourself. Use a fresh condom every timeyou switch, and always clean them afterwardsusing hot soapy water. If they’re battery operated,be careful not to submerge the battery compartmentand if they’re electric, keep well away from water.Fisting is penetration of the vagina or anus with thefist. It’s easy to tear the skin inside the vagina or theanus and it’s possible to seriously rupture the anus if notcareful. Use gloves and plenty of lube, take it slowly, andlisten and respond to your partner.