{"id":14265,"date":"2019-02-07T20:22:11","date_gmt":"2019-02-07T12:22:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.intimina.com\/blog\/?p=14265"},"modified":"2020-05-14T13:29:05","modified_gmt":"2020-05-14T11:29:05","slug":"stayin-sexy-in-your-senior-years","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.intimina.com\/blog\/stayin-sexy-in-your-senior-years\/","title":{"rendered":"Stayin\u2019 Sexy in Your Senior Years"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Most of the assumptions we hold about \u2018age-appropriate behavior\u2019 have a funny way of not seeming to apply to us once we reach that age ourselves\u2014you couldn\u2019t picture your own grandmother at a yogalates class, but you\u2019ve been keeping fit post-menopause<\/a> and loving it!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Similarly, the thought of elders in your life keeping an active romantic live would have shocked a younger you, but now that you\u2019ve hit your late 60s…well, it seems your libido is still going strong<\/a>! Though your body may look and feel a bit different than your mid-20s, there\u2019s no reason why you can\u2019t keep enjoying the sensual side of life\u2014and here are some tips to help you do so!<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n

Learn a New Language<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n

Even couples who have relatively good communication skills in and outside of the bedroom can fall into the bad habit of assuming they know exactly what their partner wants without asking or being told. And, while it\u2019s true you probably have a good idea, our tastes and interests can change (at any age!) and it helps to remind yourself to communicate<\/em> these things to your partner.<\/p>\r\n

Practicing communication can start in your everyday life; try making a point of asking your partner a totally random (non-sexual) hypothetical over lunch, or telling them something, however minor, that you\u2019ve never told them before.<\/p>\r\n

Within the bedroom, we can somehow be shyer, even with a long-term partner, so before you dive into sharing your fantasies, try incorporating communication into your current routine, maybe by describing how you\u2019re feeling as they please you, or saying afterward how much you love when they do X.<\/p>\r\n

You don\u2019t need to make this a formal exercise\u2014the pressure can put some people off\u2014 but it does pay to actually talk about whether you\u2019re both happy with your current level of communication, because after all, talking is the point. And hey, a fun fact about orgasms <\/a>is that they tend to make us more talkative!<\/p>\r\n

…And Some New Moves<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n

Our body\u2019s abilities change throughout our lives, and that can affect multiple parts of our sex lives. Firstly, you and your partnr may not be as flexible, or have mobility and joint issues that have developed. That doesn\u2019t mean that more acrobatic positions are totally off the table, simply that they might \u00a0need a little help!<\/p>\r\n

Yoga and Tai Chi are great low impact activities that help range of motion\u2014and a great way to meet people if you\u2019re single! Even with flexibiity training, however, you can\u2019t discount how helpful a nice firm support pillow can be under your hips or under the knees, or just limiting how long you spend in each position.<\/p>\r\n

In terms of sexual function, you may have found increased difficulty lubricating post-menopause. There is absolutely nothing wrong with using personal lubricant for sex<\/a> at any age\u2014it just makes things feel plain better! If your male partner is having peformance-based issues, there are a wealth of options available. They should definitely speak with their doctor to rule out any underlying health concerns, but it also helps to redefine what \u2018sex\u2019 really is.<\/p>\r\n

Let a Toy Come Between You<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n

Sex, in actuality, means anything intimate stimulation that brings you pleasure, hence why masturbation is now sometimes refered to as \u2018solo sex.\u2019 While you may have a fairly standard definition of what sex is based on your sexual history as a couple, there\u2019s no reason why you can\u2019t redefine it now to suit your purposes. Maybe sex once meant mutual oral, followed by vaginal penetration, but now it means mutual masturbation.<\/p>\r\n

Similarly, while your vibrator may have strictly been present during your \u2018me-time\u2019 can become the guest of honor during your coupled pleasure. Using a vibrator together<\/a> can seem intimidating to some partners, but it\u2019s the best way to communicate (no, we won\u2019t stop stressing communication!) what you like. It also helps bring fun new sensations to familiar encounters!<\/p>\r\n

In the End, it\u2019s Up to Both of You<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n

Keeping your coupled sex life well and alive takes effort from both partners, and while the above tips can help give you a nudge in the right direction, there\u2019s also no shame in seeking couples\u2019 counselling from someone who specializes in sex to make sure you\u2019re all on the same page!<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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