Flirty games are an easy, low-cost way to keep desire alive in a long marriage, whether you’re in the same house or apart for work. The best ones build anticipation through teasing, fantasy and play. Here are 10 ideas, from texting games to bedroom challenges. Keep it consensual and fun, and skip anything either of…
The safest sex toy materials are non-porous ones: body-safe silicone, glass, stainless steel and quality hard plastic. Materials to be cautious with are porous, soft jelly-type plastics (PVC, vinyl, “jelly” rubber), which can trap bacteria and may contain phthalates. Knowing the material helps you pick toys that are safe, easy to clean and worth the…
Erectile dysfunction is a consistent difficulty getting to and maintaining a sufficient erection. The causes of erectile dysfunction are numerous. It could be constant stress, depression, side effects from medications, or illnesses that affect blood flow, nerves or hormones. Here are five things you can do to help relieve you of erectile dysfunction. Medications…
Regular exercise can improve your sex life by boosting circulation, energy, flexibility, mood and body confidence. Health organizations such as Harvard Health have noted that active people tend to report better sexual function, and for couples, working out together adds closeness on top of the physical benefits. Here are four ways exercise helps, plus how…
A mismatched libido in marriage is extremely common. In almost every long-term relationship, one partner wants sex more often than the other, at least some of the time. Different sex drives don’t mean something is wrong with either of you. They become a problem when the gap turns into pressure, rejection and resentment. Here’s why…
To kiss your wife like the first time, slow down, be present, and make the kiss about her, not a routine goodbye. Long-married couples often drift into quick pecks. Bringing back intention, a little anticipation, and variety is what makes kissing feel new again. Here are six romantic kissing tips, from the setup to the…
If you’re worried your husband is losing interest, start with one thing worth remembering: he chose you. Out of everyone he could have married, he picked you to build a life with. Still, commitment isn’t only about staying faithful. It also means both partners keep investing in attraction and connection as the years go by….
Anorgasmia is a sexual dysfunction where someone cannot reach an orgasm despite the stimulation. It can be either a psychological disorder or it can be a medical problem as a result of injury, surgery, nerve damage, mutilation, or any number of reasons. This is something that plagues both men and women, but it is much…
Dividing chores in marriage sounds simple, but it’s one of the most common sources of resentment between couples. The problem usually isn’t the dishes themselves. It’s the feeling that one partner carries more of the load, including the invisible “mental load” of noticing, planning and remembering what needs to be done. Here’s how to divide…
To get closer to your spouse, you usually have to do things that feel a little awkward at first: sustained eye contact, asking vulnerable questions, sharing fears out loud, and touching more than you’re used to. That awkwardness is a sign you’re stepping out of autopilot. Research on closeness, like psychologist Arthur Aron’s well-known “36…