Female ejaculation & squirting: what’s the difference?
Can all women squirt? What is squirting, anyway?
In my previous article on the controversial G-spot, I mentioned that orgasm via the G-spot accounts for female ejaculate, which is fluid expelled from the urethra in some women. This must not be confused with larger amounts of expelled fluid called ‘squirting or gushing’ which is a different phenomenon. It is therefore important to differentiate between the two and understand that there is still much debate over this phenomenon by sexologists, scientists, doctors, and researchers.
What is female ejaculate?
Female ejaculate is a fluid expelled from the Skene gland (which is located next to the urethra). It exits through the urethra. It is 3-5ml in volume, or less than what a teaspoon holds, and looks like watered-down milk. The Skene gland is a smaller version of the prostate gland found in men. The expelled fluid can be referred to as low volume female ejaculate, which is usually expelled without great force (Wimpissinger et al 2009). Research shows that not all women feel when they are ejaculating. Some cannot notice it when it happens.
If female ejaculate is fluid expelled from the Skene gland, then what fluid is expelled during squirting?
The fluid expelled is colorless, odorless and occurs in large quantities, sometimes occurring with enough force to project fluid away from the body. Squirting (or high-volume female ejaculation) involves the expulsion of urine from the bladder. It was found that women who can ejaculate this way have well developed Skene glands, and the fluid expelled can sometimes be a combination of urine and skene gland fluid or just urine (Schubach 2001). This is still an ongoing debate.
Some more science…
Research has also shown that it is not anatomically possible to eject fluid from anywhere other than the urethra, and indeed women can use their pelvic floor muscles to propel fluid out of their urethra with force, just as men can learn to propel their ejaculate harder and farther with pelvic floor strengthening and control (Rubio-Casillas, A. & Jannini, E.A. 2011).
Same Difference?
Both phenomena are referred to as ‘female ejaculation’; however, only the low volume female ejaculation has anything in common with male ejaculate.
So, the next question, can all women squirt?
The answer to this is no. It has been found that some women can squirt (high volume ejaculation) as they have well a well-developed Skene gland (like the prostate gland in men) that allows for squirting. Not all women have a well-developed Skene gland. This does not mean that they cannot achieve orgasms and enjoy sex. Women’s bodies vary in many ways.
High and low volume female ejaculation varies from person to person; body to body; experience to experience. This is an important consideration to take. Don’t compare yourself to another person who can squirt, because you may start to believe that you are missing out. The truth is, you really are not.
So, there is really nothing wrong with me?
The answer to this is also no. Not being able to squirt does not mean you cannot enjoy sex; in fact, you can have amazing sex and orgasms without squirting or ejaculating, so please do not put additional pressure on yourself.
Remember: you can still enjoy a fulfilling sexual experience without ejaculating; so be safe and enjoy!
Have you ever squirted before?
Tell us what you think
Recent Comments (48)
Thank you
Thank you
Good lesson
Good lesson
Hi Benson,
I am glad you…
Hi Benson,
I am glad you have learnt something new! Keep it Love Matters for more informative and great content.
U great,I ave been sorbing…
U great,I ave been sorbing and disturbed
Hi Viola,
Why have you…
Hi Viola,
Why have you been sobbing and feel disturbed?
How can one squirt
How can one squirt
Hi Lydia, the article says …
Hi Lydia, the article says “some women can squirt (high volume ejaculation) as they have well a well-developed Skene gland (like the prostate gland in men) that allows for squirting. Not all women have a well-developed Skene gland. This does not mean that they cannot achieve orgasms and enjoy sex. Women’s bodies vary in many ways.
High and low volume female ejaculation varies from person to person; body to body; experience to experience. This is an important consideration to take. Don’t compare yourself to another person who can squirt, because you may start to believe that you are missing out. The truth is, you really are not.”
My girlfriend squirts like…
My girlfriend squirts like at least 5 times during sex is that normal? Thank you.
Loving it mate?
Loving it mate?
Hi Sitonmyface,
Great! We…
Hi Sitonmyface,
Great! We are glad you liked it. Keep visiting Love Matters for more educative content.
Hello Morris, thank you for…
Hello Morris, thank you for asking a great question and you need not worry. It is completely normal for a woman to squirt multiple times and also means, you both have a great sex life. Have a wonderful weekend ahead and stay safe 🙂
Hello love matters:
I only…
Hello love matters:
I only squirt when watching porn but when having sex with my man I don’t, what can be the problem?
What can I do to squirt when having sex rather than masturbating?
Keep watching porn
Keep watching porn
Hi joel,
Thank you for…
Hi joel,
Thank you for your input. Do you enjoy watching porn?
Hi faith, thank you for…
Hi faith, thank you for reaching out and asking a great question! It is completely understandable that you are able to squirt while masturbating and not while having sexual intercourse because you yourself know what makes you feel absolute pleasure. If you would like to experience squirting through sexual intercourse, click on the following link to further understand what it takes to make a woman orgasm and go through it with your partner.
https://lovemattersafrica.com/making-love/orgasms/her-orgasms
Explain to them what arouses you so that they can be in a better position to pleasure you completely! Have a wonderful week and stay safe!
How can I make my woman…
How can I make my woman squirt can different sex position help
Hello Dj, thank you for…
Hello Dj, thank you for getting in touch and asking a great question. When you get sexually aroused your vagina becomes wetter, which makes it smooth and slippery. With more stimulation, you could climax (orgasm). Click on the following link to find out more and let us know what you think:
https://lovemattersafrica.com/making-love/orgasms/her-orgasms
Let us know if the information helps and good luck!
What makes vagina to be dry…
What makes vagina to be dry sometimes
Hi Mca,
That depends…
Hi Mca,
That depends. Vaginal dryness is more common in menopausal women. If you are going through menopause, you are likely to notice that your vagina is dry more. If you are younger, factors such as some medications, use of certain products around the vagina, anxiety and hormonal changes can cause dryness. Read this article to learn more about the common causes of vagina dryness: Why is vagina dry?
Women are difficult to…
Women are difficult to understand everything about them
Hi there,
Why do you say…
Hi there,
Why do you say women are difficult to understand? Do you have a personal experience you’d like to share with us? We would be happy to hear.
Hi
Why do vulvarians and…
Hi
Why do vulvarians and clitorians ladies delay to go to orgasm? And what can a man do for them to attain orgasm faster?
Hi Tanyuy,
What do you…
Hi Tanyuy,
What do you mean by ‘vulvarians and clitorians ladies?’
My wife cums very fast the…
My wife cums very fast the first minutes we start having sex. Is it normal
Hi Elvis,
After how long…
Hi Elvis,
After how long does she come? Note that there is no average time for orgasming. Each woman is different. It is totally possible and normal for a woman to orgasm fast. It could be that you stimulate her in such a way that it leads to an orgasm. Also, are these clitoral or vaginal orgasms? Learn the difference here: What is the difference between vaginal and clitoral orgasms?
How’s curved dick…
How’s curved dick performance? Does it’s curveness have an impact on woman’s vagina?
Hello XYZ, it really is a…
Hello XYZ, it really is a matter of preference. Some women like it, some don’t, some don’t feel the difference.
Why do women stuff toilet…
Why do women stuff toilet tissue/paper onto their honey pots yet not in periods.
Hi Street Vendor,
This…
Hi Street Vendor,
This practice may be common among women who may not have sufficient money to buy sanitary products especially panty liners that can help with vaginal discharge. In case you come across a woman stuffing toilet paper in her vagina, tell her that it is not healthy since toilet paper can irritate the vulva and vagina and in some cases lead to an infection.
Can one cum and squirt at…
Can one cum and squirt at the same time azn during an intercourse is it possible to experience both.?
Hello Val, the short answer…
Hello Val, the short answer is yes. Squirting is usually linked to stimulating the G-spot, a spongy area about five centimetres inside the vagina on the front wall. And squirting is usually an indicator of cumming.
Thank you for the lesson
Thank you for the lesson
Hi Harriet,
I am glad you…
Hi Harriet,
I am glad you have learnt something new! Keep visiting Love Matters for more informative content!
So my gal has been reaching…
So my gal has been reaching her climax no wonder she wants me to fuck her everytime ?
Hi Sande,
I am glad to…
Hi Sande,
I am glad to hear that your girl is reaching climax and having a great time! Why the sad face emoji though? Are you unhappy with the fact that she wants sex every time?
Im keen if u arent
Im keen if u arent
Hi Barry,
Are you saying…
Hi Barry,
Are you saying you are keen when a woman doesn’t squirt?
I used to squirt while…
I used to squirt while pregnant. But Iater stopped after giving birth. Is that normal?
Hi there,
Congratulations…
Hi there,
Congratulations on the birth of your child! It is normal for some women experience loss of sexual satisfaction or ability to climax after giving birth. The causes for this can be physical, psychological, or even emotional. Perhaps you should give it sometime and see whether you can still squirt especially since it has been just a few months after giving birth. If you worry desire to get back to the game soon, visit a doctor to check your hormones or pelvic muscles. Read this article to learn the truth about how sex is like after pregnancy: Top 5 facts about sex after pregnancy
I learnt something new…
I learnt something new reading this
Great! Keep it here for more…
Great! Keep it here for more informative content!
I can’t reach orgasm
I can’t reach orgasm
Hi Drusilla,
You are not…
Hi Drusilla,
You are not alone, some women do not reach orgasms too. Some have never even experienced an orgasm in their life.
For most women, intercourse alone isn’t enough to trigger an orgasm. This is because the vagina is relatively insensitive, and the penis going in and out of the vagina doesn’t usually stimulate the clitoris – the most sensitive part.
You’re more likely to have an orgasm if you make sure the clitoris is part of your lovemaking, for example by rubbing it with a finger or licking. You can also try fingering and oral sex. Also, your whole body can give you pleasure, but certain areas feel particularly nice when they’re touched. For women, it’s the vulva and vagina, and certainly the clitoris. But your neck, arms, breasts, and buttocks are also sensitive.
Some women find it very difficult to have an orgasm or don’t experience them at all. But you can still enjoy having sex without having an orgasm, and it may become easier after more experience.
Also, note that there are two types of orgasms, clitoral and vagina. For most women, it is easier to stimulate the clitoris and reach an orgasm. Vagina orgasms are harder to achieve but you can also get it. Read this article to learn more: What is the difference between vaginal and clitoral orgasms?
Thank you for sharing…
Thank you for sharing insights.
My wife is able to Squirt very comfortably even at the age 51, Is it alright if she does it regularly or will there be any health complications at this age
Hi Harry,
That is amazing!…
Hi Harry,
That is amazing! I am jealous! Even if you do this regularly there are no effects and she should be fine. Happy squatting to her!
My ejacialtion is less than…
My ejacialtion is less than that of other men.
I have a long penis and it becomes erect very quickly when I am with a woman.
I am 39 years and that worries me a lot.
Hi there,
Sounds normal…
Hi there,
Sounds normal. We are all different and that means that you cannot have the same amount of semen as other men. It’s alright to also get aroused fast. You actually sound quite normal. Yet, if you have concerns, it’s always advisable to visit your doctor.
Nice analysis.. Have enjoyed it.