Getty Images Anal sex tips aren’t just about the right positioning or lubrication. If you’re considering having anal sex for the first time, you’re probably wondering how to do anal—how do you prepare, relax, and enjoy the intimate moment with your partner? And is anal sex safe? These questions are becoming more common. According to research from the Kinsey Institute, more young women than ever—45%—are exploring anal play. So to answer your first-time anal sex questions, we called in the experts.