The Sexual Response - The Female Response

The Response Cycle: An Observed Pattern, not a Norm

4. Resolution

No "Refractory Period"
It should be noted at this point that, unlike men, many women do not seem to have a "refractory period," i.e. a rest period in which they cannot respond to additional stimulation. At any rate, if they do have one, it is not as obvious. In many cases continued or repeated stimulation can bring a woman to a second and third orgasm immediately following the first one. Indeed, many women are capable of having many orgasms in quick succession. Obviously, in this case, the resolution phase as described here does not begin until after the last of these orgasms.