Hey so uh I don't know if this is like a topic you are comfortable with but I know you made some posts talking about like how to take care of your fat folds and the things that can happen if you don't.
Would you happen to have much info/resources for people with like fupa's (fatty upper pubic areas) that cover or submerge their genitals? I don't think there is much accessible information out there for people who realistically need it.
Are there any good tips, tools or resources out there to help people to properly groom them and keep them maintained?
What are the risks of them not being cleaned or properly maintained?
Do the methods to clean/maintain differ with the genitals (e.g penis, vagina, genitals altered by surgery/gender affirming care, etc)?
Are there different risks for different kinds of genitals (all e.g's in the last question)?
Uh idk like good ways/sex toys to masturbate with if they differ if thats not too inappropriate?
Anything else you can think of ig?
I am so glad you asked! Not to worry, this is a topic I'm very comfortable and familiar with. For those who don't already know, I work as a sex educator. I actually have a ton of resources on this already, so I'm excited I get to share them here.
The risks of not keeping the area maintained are skin irritation and a higher risk of UTIs and other infections, and problems with chafing. For penises specifically, there's a risk of balanitis, which is inflammation and pain on the head of your penis due to bacterial infection and smegma. Some folks also experience erectile dysfunction or painful intercourse.
It's really disappointing that when I researched "treatment" for complications with covered genitals the only results I got were surgeries to remove the fupa. arrrrgh. Had to get a little creative with it, but I've been in fat circles long enough to already have a few ideas. (Shoutout to the feedism community for regularly discussing this topic and putting superfat/infinifat comfort & pleasure first!)
Keeping the area clean and dry is important for reducing irritation and infection. Aim to wash every day if possible. Here's a few ideas to help with washing the area thoroughly in the shower: A high pressure shower head with 5 ft handheld hose can help get hard to reach places anywhere on the body. You’ll want to use low pressure directly on your genital area though. This 19” Handle bath brush set can help to apply soap.
Avoid using colognes, deodorants, body washes, lotions or moisturizers that contain alcohol and perfumes near your genitals.
Excess smegma encourages the growth of bacteria, but rinsing it out from the foreskin/labia can get rid of it easily. Anti-bacterial genital wipes can also help prevent infections.
If you have a vulva, only wash the external area with warm water. Be careful to not spray water directly into the vagina, as it could rinse away the helpful bacteria that is necessary for fighting infections.
Can't shower every day? Here's a no-rinse total body foam cleanser. It's pH balanced and genital safe. Just apply the cleanser and wipe clean. This wipe applicator grips a wipe (or toilet paper) with a long handle.
Putting some chafing cream between your legs acts as a barrier that reduces friction and sweating to maintain healthy skin and prevent infections. Here's a 16" lotion applicator that can help you with that.
Skincare for fats, a guide by @m3r3k has a lot of great product recommendations for skincare, all of which include the genital area. They also have Step-by-step instructions for taking care of fat rolls and skin folds.
Keeping clean after toileting is made easier with a bidet! You can find one cheap online. Bidet King is more of an investment but has bidet seats specifically for super & infinifats. Portable bidets also exist.
Have trouble inserting menstrual products? TINA: Tampon Insertion Device exists for that!
Sweat-absorbing groin powder (for scrotums) or Caldesene medicated body powder (for anyone) can be applied with a long-handled powder puff. This seller makes ones with 14” handles.
Wear cotton underwear over synthetic fabric if possible. Cotton is a lot better at absorbing moisture.
Absorbent wipes and pads can help keep dry as well, anywhere between folds.
Now let's talk fat and disability friendly sex toys! I had this list locked in and ready to go because I compiled it a while ago for my kink blog (it was a very fun googling journey), glad it can benefit the broader fat community!
Sex toy mounts you can ride hands-free.
Plus-size doggie style strap, woof!
Universal wand harness that can strap a wand to a pillow or a partner!
Wand assist adjustable gooseneck wand holder to reach at any angle for solo play.
Dildo handles to have a better... handle on things!
Reach extension handle (for suction bases) was specifically designed to make toys more accessible.
Wand vibrator attachments (inclusive of penis/prostate)
Manta stroker (vibrator for penises)
Suction hands-free stroker mount with phone holder - oh hell yeah.
Plus size strap-ons + sex toy guide (strap-ons range from 49”-82”)
Thigh harness strap-on (up to 40”)
Face strap-ons - kinkyyyy
Plus size liberator wedge
Sex pillows, ramps, wedges, + furniture guide
Having a pillow or wedge to elevate your pelvis can make a big difference in comfort and access for partnered sex.
Fat pleasure is fat liberation! Hope this guide helps! <3
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