Natural changes. As you
age, it's normal for you
and your partner to have
different sexual abilities
and needs. Find new ways
to enjoy sexual contact
and intimacy. You may
have intercourse less
often than you used to,
but the closeness and love
you feel will remain.
Tips for better sex as you age:
Find what works for you
You might not be as
comfortable with some sexual
positions as you once were, but
that doesn’t mean you need to
give up an activity that is
pleasurable for you—and miss
out on feeling close to your
partner. Keep in mind that it’s
not all about intercourse or
recreating the way things were
when you were younger. The
key to a great sex life is finding
out what works for you now.
Sex as you age may call for
some creativity. Use the
following ideas as inspiration,
but don’t be afraid to come up
with your own.
Experiment. Try sexual
positions that you both
find comfortable and
pleasurable, taking
changes into account. For
men, if erectile
dysfunction is an issue,
try sex with the woman
on top, as hardness is less
important. For women,
using lubrication can
help.
Expand what sex means.
Holding each other,
gentle touching, kissing,
and sensual massage are
all ways to share
passionate feelings. Try
oral sex or masturbation
as fulfilling substitutes to
intercourse.
Change your routine.
Simple, creative changes
can improve your sex life.
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