Understand consent, keep your penis safe, get it on while pregnant, and more. These charts don't apply to everyone, of course, but they're interesting to look at nonetheless! In case there's any confusion at all. Cute, right? Read more about the best and worst sleep positions for couples at Swimmingly. Using condoms during sex is called the "barrier method" of protection. Condoms can also be a good way to reduce your risk of contracting or spreading STIs. They don't protect you against all STIs some can be spread from skin-to-skin contact, for instance , but it's a good place to start. Worth noting: The best thing you can do for yourself in terms of protection against STIs: Get tested, know your status, and get treatment for any STIs that you do have. Not all are curable, but all can be treated to one degree or another.

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Don't think about the kids not even for a second. This one's for you, Supermama! Here's why this is so critical, Dr. Parrott explains: "He knows when you are genuinely with him, and when you are merely trying to check sex with him off your list. One word: lube. Lubricant is the little thing that every woman should try to improve her sexual pleasure, and in some cases, even reduce sex-induced pain, says Amy Levine, sex coach, certified sexuality educator and founder of SexEdSolutions. Besides, using a lube can make penetration a lot more enjoyable for both partners," she adds. Don't strive for perfection.
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Add a pillow in there. No, don't have sex with the pillow, that's weird. But a pillow can modify most positions by slightly altering the angle of penetration, and that can make a huge difference. Have sex on a deadline. Give yourself 20 minutes, or if you're daring, an hour where you can't have sex. Force yourselves to have foreplay until the timer goes off.
Hey, it's okay to ask. We should all be doing whatever it takes to get more pleasure for ourselves and our partner or partners during sex. No one has the time these days to waste, so we'll make it easy for you. Want to know how to last longer in bed? We've got easy advice on how to tack on minutes. Looking to add some new moves to your routine?