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‘Soaking’ explained as ex-Mormon reveals why some members of the church do controversial bedroom trend

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Published 10:51 23 May 2025 GMT+1

‘Soaking’ explained as ex-Mormon reveals why some members of the church do controversial bedroom trend

Some members of the Mormon church also partake in the 'jump humping' bedroom trend too

Rhiannon Ingle

Rhiannon Ingle

We're all different when it comes to what we like in the bedroom.

From specific kinks and sex positions, all the way through to sex toy preference (if any), and the frequency of which you're doing the business - it's clear that what people get up to under the covers is as unique and diverse as we are.

And that definitely includes some members of the Mormon church who practise the controversial 'soaking' bedroom trend, with an ex-Mormon opening up about what such an act actually entails.

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With the second season of Hulu's reality TV show The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives just hitting our screens last week, it's clear the buzz around the organised religion has renewed once again.

But, before the show aired, TikTok played a huge part in sharing first-hand insights into the sexual habits of some Mormons.

And before you say that one of the main points of the Mormon faith is to avoid pre-marital intercourse, you’ll soon discover that there appears to be some loopholes for Mormon teens and unmarried people - and soaking is one of them.

What on earth is the 'soaking' bedroom trend which some Mormons practice (Napadon Srisawang / Getty Images)
What on earth is the 'soaking' bedroom trend which some Mormons practice (Napadon Srisawang / Getty Images)

What is 'soaking'?

Seemingly popular among Mormon youths, soaking is essentially penetrative sex without any movement.

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Forget about the 'furious jumping' that Poor Things' Bella Baxter loved so much, and none of the hip thrusting that usually makes the experience worthwhile.

So basically, the man inserts his penis into the women's vagina and both then lay there, completely still, letting it 'soak'.

But there's more.

'Soaking' is apparently a loophole for those who choose to avoid pre-marital coitus (Douglas Sacha / Getty Images)
'Soaking' is apparently a loophole for those who choose to avoid pre-marital coitus (Douglas Sacha / Getty Images)

'Jump humping'

It seems that some Mormon teens have found another way to add to their soaking session by inviting a third party to jump on the bed to mimic the movements of actual sex, without them having to do anything.

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It's called 'jump humping' and, as wild as this unusual threesome sounds, one has to consider that pre-marital sex is prohibited by the Mormon religion.

Why do some Mormons partake in 'soaking'?

"The consequences are that you won't be able to experience the ideal spiritual afterlife,” SBS Editor and ex-Mormon Mark Mariano told ABC, when asked about the Mormon ban on pre-marital sex. “And so I think there's this real element of shame and fear of consequence, that comes with breaking the rules.”

'Soaking' is essentially penetrative sex without any movement (Ben Welsh / Getty Images)
'Soaking' is essentially penetrative sex without any movement (Ben Welsh / Getty Images)

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Mariano said that Mormons are looking for ways to experience sex in a 'god-friendly' manner, though he expressed some doubts as to the actual popularity of soaking.

"That's why Mormon couples are doing all they can finding all these loopholes, to just still experience sex and in a certain way that's still deemed 'god friendly', or that is still deemed religion and Mormon friendly," he said. "But I wish it wasn't that way. I wish that wasn't the case. And I just wished more couples could explore their sexuality in more fruitful ways."

Mariano continued: "I obviously don't want to speak on behalf of the whole religion, but I'm assuming that there is a very big vast difference between Australian Mormonism and American Mormonism in the sense that Mormonism began in America.

"And so in its travels, I'm sure different things were adopted and different things were tweaked along the way."

Featured Image Credit: Getty Stock

Topics: Explained, Life, Real Life, Sex and Relationships, True Life, TikTok, The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives

Rhiannon Ingle
Rhiannon Ingle

Rhiannon Ingle is a Senior Journalist at Tyla, specialising in TV, film, travel, and culture. A graduate of the University of Manchester with a degree in English Literature, she honed her editorial skills as the Lifestyle Editor of The Mancunian, the UK’s largest student newspaper. With a keen eye for storytelling, Rhiannon brings fresh perspectives to her writing, blending critical insight with an engaging style. Her work captures the intersection of entertainment and real-world experiences.

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