Anal Sex. Just hearing those words makes many people uncomfortable, but according to women in a recent iVillage poll, it's the number one position that male partners ask them to try. Whether you're just curious at this stage or already willing to indulge your adventurous side, take a look at these six simple guidelines.

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DO'S:

1. Be sure you really want it. It's important to decide jointly that this is something that you wish to explore with your partner.

2. Relax. The second thing that I tell clients who ask for technique tips is to b-r-e-a-t-h-e into the experience. The anal sphincter muscles are tight bands that encircle the anal opening and control your bowel functions. If you try to penetrate them without breathing deeply, it will most likely cause you pain. In fact, I always suggest that couples insert a well-lubed fingertip first, allowing the sphincter muscles to gradually dilate to the size of the penetrating object until you are both ready for the entry of a live penis. Remember, the object is not to stretch the anal opening, but allow it to expand slowly, accommodating whatever is being inserted into it.