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fromIndependent
1 day ago

Davina McCall says sex doesn't have to be boring and predictable while trying to for a baby - here's how to keep the passion alive

When trying to conceive, avoid telling a partner exact fertile days to preserve spontaneity and intimacy; track ovulation privately if needed.
Relationships
fromScary Mommy
1 week ago

I Don't Regret Having Sex with My Ex Even Though We Couldn't Stand Each Other

Sexual chemistry alone sustained a marriage while emotional neglect and lack of care led to a prolonged post-separation sexual relationship and eventual exit.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

This is how we do it: A three-month break from sex gave us the reset we needed'

Regaining health and confidence revived a passionate relationship, but differing responsibilities and parenting demands created imbalance and tension.
Relationships
fromwww.allsinglesandmarried.com
2 weeks ago

14 Irresistible Secrets to Mastering Foreplay and Igniting Mind-Blowing Orgasms

Prioritizing extended, personalized foreplay fosters deeper connection, reduces discomfort, and heightens sexual pleasure and orgasmic intensity in marriage.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

My husband has erectile dysfunction. Is it because of his porn addiction?

When we first met, 12 years ago, my husband and I didn't waste any time in starting the sexual part of our relationship. He warned me he was a sex addict, and I am enthusiastic about sex. On our first night together I was aware of some erectile dysfunction he wasn't entirely hard and benefited from holding himself when penetrating me though this didn't stop us reaching climax. We joked about how many times I would orgasm and neither of us seemed inhibited.
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fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

I Told My Girlfriend I'd Rather Abstain Than Have Mediocre Sex. Uh, Big Mistake.

A valued polyamorous relationship lost sexual intimacy after the election, causing frustration, overthinking, and longing for former intense physical connection despite continued affection.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

The Guy I'm Seeing Insists That We're "Just Friends." But Friends Don't Do the Things He Does.

A friends-with-benefits arrangement can produce deep emotional and caretaking intimacy that raises the risk of attachment despite stated intentions to avoid a relationship.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
4 weeks ago

My Girlfriend's Ex Was a Tyrant About One Thing in Bed. Now I'm Paying the Price.

External judgment about body hair changed her grooming habits and created anxiety that limits sexual spontaneity despite partner's acceptance.
Relationships
fromThe Gottman Institute
1 month ago

How Children Impact a Relationship: Struggles, Insights, and Strategies

New parents often experience challenges in their relationship, notably a decline in satisfaction and emotional intimacy during the first three years.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

This is how we do it: Our lives are absorbed by raising kids, and we struggle to find time for sex'

Sex remains a vital part of my happiness, yet balancing motherhood with self-care makes it challenging to find the mood for intimacy. Scheduling intimate moments aids in rekindling desire.
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fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

My Wife's Pregnancy Has Transformed Her in Bed. But the Problem Is What It's Done to Me.

It is fair to have boundaries regarding intimacy during pregnancy, and concern should be addressed with a medical professional.
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fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

I Asked My Wife to Lay Off on Giving Herself a Hand. Well, That Went Disastrously.

Requesting a partner to not engage in self-pleasure to ensure mutual sexual availability is not selfish.
#relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Relationships

This is how we do it: Writing erotic stories for each other has given us a new sexual energy'

Open communication about sexual preferences revitalized the couple's intimacy and exploration.
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago
Relationships

11 Married Couples Shared How Often They Have Sex, And Some Have Been Together For Decades

Long-term relationships face challenges in maintaining sexual intimacy due to children and changing priorities.
Couples discuss how to keep romance alive amidst the demands of family life.
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago
Relationships

11 Married Couples Shared How Often They Have Sex, And Some Have Been Together For Decades

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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

This is how we do it: I didn't want to issue an ultimatum but sex is non-negotiable for me'

Communication about desires can rejuvenate intimacy in relationships affected by a decline in sexual activity.
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