There’s no need to be shy about sex. While not everyone likes to shout from the rooftops about it, it doesn’t mean millions of people aren’t doing it. Or at least trying to get it on between the sheets. The sad fact is, from body woes and low libido to embarrassing noises, taboos can often get in the way of pleasure.
‘As a society, we don’t learn how to talk openly about sex,’ says sex and relationship therapist Kate Moyle. ‘But the earlier issues are addressed, the easier they can be tackled.’
Struggling and got nowhere to turn? The good news is we have the solutions to improve matters in the bedroom. Here are our expert fixes to some of the most common sex and intimate body hang-ups.
You… never feel in the mood
Low libido? The slower and more drawnout your foreplay, the faster you’re likely to get aroused, says Woman’s sex and relationship expert Susan Quilliam. ‘During the day, fantasise about lovemaking and ask your partner to send you sexy texts. Then set the scene with good food, soft music and romantic pillow talk.’
You… find it difficult to orgasm
This story is from the June 03, 2024 edition of WOMAN - UK.
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