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Reading time: 7 minutes | Last Updated: May 9, 2025
Quick Facts
- What It Is: Missionary with your hips raised on a pillow or wedge for perfect-angle pleasure
- Also Known As: Propped missionary, angled missionary, pillow missionary
- Difficulty: Deliciously simple (perfect for maximum pleasure with minimal effort)
- Best For: G-spot discovery, deep sensation without that uncomfortable poking, intense eye contact orgasms
- Why It’s Amazing: That small lift creates an angle that transforms every thrust into precision pleasure
- Common Challenge: Finding props that stay put during passionate moments
- Perfect Pairing: A bullet vibrator against your clit while they slide deep at the perfect angle
Discover the Position That Transforms Ordinary into Extraordinary

Let’s be honest – classic missionary is like vanilla ice cream. Reliable, but nobody’s having religious experiences over it. Elevated missionary, though? That’s vanilla ice cream drizzled with warm caramel, sprinkled with sea salt, and served with a shot of espresso on the side.
This position transforms your experience with one simple adjustment: your hips propped up on a pillow while your partner kneels between your thighs and slides into you at an angle that’ll make your eyes roll back in pure pleasure. That subtle lift is the difference between “are we done yet?” and gasping for breath as waves of sensation wash over you.
The first night I discovered this position with my partner, what started as a casual pillow adjustment led to the kind of orgasm that left me momentarily unable to remember my own name. That small tilt creates a perfect pathway directly to your most sensitive spots – spots that regular missionary barely acknowledges.
Why Your Body Is Begging for Elevated Missionary Tonight
Forget scheduling this for sometime next week – here’s why you should be messaging your partner right now:
1. Your G-Spot Will Finally Get the Worship It Deserves
Regular missionary treats your G-spot like a casual acquaintance, occasionally nodding hello. Elevated missionary introduces them properly, with a formal handshake that turns into a passionate embrace.
That raised angle ensures every thrust glides directly against that sensitive front wall, creating the kind of intense pressure that builds toward explosive release. One friend described her first elevated missionary experience as “like someone finally found the light switch after fumbling around in the dark for years.”
The angle created by lifting your hips redirects every movement exactly where you need it most. Research indicates that adjusting pelvic tilt during penetration can significantly enhance stimulation of the anterior vaginal wall, intensifying pleasure.
2. Deeper Pleasure That Feels Divine, Not Painful
Want to feel deliciously filled without that uncomfortable poking sensation? The elevated angle redirects the path inside you toward your pleasure zones instead of straight into your sensitive spots.
This position lets you experience all the fullness without the “wrong kind of ouch” feeling. You’ll find yourself pulling your partner deeper rather than creating a buffer zone with your hands. The satisfaction of taking them completely while feeling nothing but pure pleasure is absolutely addictive.
3. Your Clit Joins the Party Too
With your hips raised, your partner’s body naturally connects with your clit during each movement. This dual stimulation creates the perfect storm for those full-body blended orgasms that leave you trembling.
Why choose between internal pleasure or clitoral stimulation when elevated missionary delivers both? It’s like ordering your favorite dessert and finding out it comes with free ice cream.
4. The Perfect Canvas for Pleasure Exploration
This position leaves your hands completely free to roam – touching yourself, guiding your partner, or gripping the sheets when sensation overtakes you. Add a vibrator against your clit while your G-spot gets thoroughly attended to from the inside, and you’ll discover new depths of pleasure you didn’t know existed.
I once added a small vibrator to this position and experienced an orgasm so intense I was genuinely concerned the neighbors might call to check if everything was okay. (It was more than okay.)
Master the Art of Elevated Pleasure
Setting up is simple, but execution makes all the difference. Here’s your pathway from “that felt good” to “what planet am I on?”:
The Perfect Setup
Choose your pleasure prop: Firm pillows work well, but fluffy ones will flatten quickly. Sex wedges are the gold standard if you’re serious about regular pleasure.
Find your perfect position: Lie back and place your prop under your hips. You’re aiming for a tilt that presents your pleasure center at a slight upward angle.
Discover your ideal height: The sweet spot places your hips raised about 4-6 inches – enough that your partner needs to angle slightly downward to enter you. Too high strains your back; too low misses the magic.
Guide your partner into position: Have them kneel between your spread legs, their knees tucked under your raised hips.
Explore leg positions: Wrap your legs around their waist for intimate grinding, rest your feet against their chest for deeper sensation, or hook your ankles over their shoulders for intense depth.
Advanced Techniques for Electric Pleasure
Once you’ve mastered the basics, elevate your experience with these pleasure-enhancing moves:
The Sensual Grind: Instead of traditional in-and-out motion, have your partner stay deep inside you while making slow circular or figure-eight movements. This maintains consistent pressure on your G-spot, creating a building sensation that can trigger powerful releases.
The Pleasure Mapping Adjustment: Every body’s landscape is unique – experiment with small shifts in pillow placement. Even half an inch difference can transform “that feels nice” into “don’t stop or I’ll scream.”
Troubleshooting: When Pleasure Meets Reality
Even the hottest positions encounter speedbumps. Let’s fix them – sexily.
When Your Props Betray Your Pleasure
Problem: Your pillow deflates or slides away just as things get intense.
Solution: Stack two pillows for stability or invest in a proper sex wedge (worth every penny and every moan). During one particularly steamy night, I created the perfect pillow arrangement that had me clutching the headboard and whimpering three minutes later. Those moments of adjustment? So worth it when your eyes roll back in ecstasy.
The Unintentional Migration
Problem: Intense movement gradually slides you across the bed.
Solution: Have them hold your hips firmly, anchoring you in place while they thrust deep. This grip not only solves the practical problem but adds a deliciously possessive element that might just push you over the edge even faster.
Beyond Basic: Elevated Missionary Variations That Will Blow Your Mind
Once you’ve mastered the standard elevated position, here are mind-blowing variations to explore:
The Deep Impact Elevation
Raise your legs straight up while maintaining your hip elevation. Have your partner press them back toward your shoulders, creating an incredibly deep angle that introduces you to sensations you’ve never experienced before.
The first time I tried this variation, I discovered pleasure spots I didn’t know existed. The intensity builds in a way that feels almost overwhelming – in the best possible way.
The Butterfly Elevation
Scoot your propped-up hips to the edge of the bed while your partner stands between your legs. This gives them extraordinary leverage and control over depth and rhythm.
This variation creates the perfect balance of intimacy and raw passion – you can maintain that connective eye contact while they drive you absolutely wild.
Upgrade Your Pleasure Props
If elevated missionary is becoming your signature move (and it might), consider upgrading from improvised solutions:
Sex Wedges: The professional athlete’s equipment of position props. They stay firmly in place during even the most enthusiastic encounters.
Specialized Position Pillows: Designed specifically with curves that support your body perfectly for maximum comfort during extended pleasure sessions.
Improvised Solutions: In a hotel? A rolled yoga mat, folded blanket, or even that decorative sofa pillow can save the day. I once used a hotel room’s extra pillow and experienced one of the most intense orgasms of my life. Necessity truly is the mother of invention.
Expand Your Pleasure Repertoire
When you’re ready to explore beyond elevated missionary, try these BSP-recommended positions:
CAT Position
When you want something equally hot but with more focused clitoral stimulation. Some variations of missionary like CAT involve shifting the angle of penetration by adjusting hip position or body alignment — and that simple tweak can make all the difference. According to sources summarized in this article, improved pelvic alignment has been linked to deeper stimulation and better clitoral contact — and a whole lot more satisfaction.
Criss Cross Position
For a twisted variation that hits your pleasure spots from entirely new angles. The Criss Cross position creates incredible friction by crossing your legs while keeping your bodies aligned. The unique sideways pressure creates sensations that standard missionary could never achieve, and it’s perfect for those nights when you want something familiar yet excitingly different.
The BSP Bottom Line
Elevated missionary isn’t just a variation – it’s a revelation disguised as a simple adjustment. By tilting your pleasure landscape, you transform standard sex into an experience that awakens nerve endings you didn’t know were waiting to be discovered.
What makes this position truly magical is its accessibility. You don’t need gymnast-level flexibility or endurance athlete stamina – just a pillow and the willingness to angle yourself toward extraordinary pleasure.
BSP Certified: This position has been thoroughly verified through enthusiastic field testing to ensure it delivers the intense pleasure we promise. Our team has put countless hours into perfecting the angles and techniques so you can skip the experimental phase and go straight to the gasping-for-breath phase.
Your Most Burning Questions Answered
What exactly makes elevated missionary different from regular missionary?
Regular missionary has your body flat against the bed, which often means your most sensitive spots get only casual attention. Elevated missionary tilts your pelvis upward, creating a perfect pathway for every thrust to glide against your G-spot while maintaining intimate eye contact. It’s the difference between someone knocking on your door versus having the key to unlock it completely.
What’s the best prop for elevating my hips?
While any firm pillow works for spontaneous play, dedicated sex wedges are worth every penny for regular enjoyment of this position. They’re designed with the perfect angle, stay firmly in place during passionate movement, and won’t collapse when things heat up.
Does elevated missionary work well for plus-size bodies?
Absolutely! This position is wonderfully inclusive for all body types. The elevation actually creates better access and alignment, which can be especially beneficial for partners with different body shapes. Creating better alignment tends to increase satisfaction across all body types, making elevated missionary an excellent choice for diverse bodies.
How do I keep everything in place during intense moments?
Regular pillows can be surprisingly uncooperative just when things get good. For stability, either stack multiple pillows in a wedge shape, use a firmly folded blanket, or invest in a proper sex wedge that stays put through earthquake-level enthusiasm. A rolled yoga mat makes an excellent improvised solution that provides both firmness and stability when you need it most.
Will this position help me find my G-spot more easily?
This position is practically a GPS for your G-spot. The elevated angle ensures you’re getting direct contact with that sensitive front wall rather than missing it entirely. Add a grinding motion rather than straight thrusting, and you’ve created the perfect storm for G-spot discovery and stimulation. Many women have experienced their first G-spot orgasm in this position after years of believing it was just a myth.