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With work, kids, and responsibilities, it’s natural for you and your husband’s sex life to take a bit of a hit over time. If you feel like you’re stuck in a rut and you want to get your husband’s eyes watching you again, look no further! We’ve compiled a list of ways you can get your partner’s attention to kickstart a fun, sexy time in the bedroom.
How to Turn Your Husband On
- Send him some flirty texts throughout the day to keep him thinking of you.
- Give him a sensual massage and find little ways to touch him.
- Put on a sexy outfit and give him a striptease to keep him engaged.
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QuestionHow do I get a better connection in my relationship?Tara Vossenkemper, PhD, LPCDr. Tara Vossenkemper is a Licensed Professional Counselor and the Founder and Managing Director of The Counseling Hub, LLC, a group counseling practice located in Columbia, Missouri. She is also the Founder of and a Business Consultant with Tara Vossenkemper Consulting, LLC, a consulting service for therapy practice owners. With over twelve years of experience, she specializes in using the Gottman Method of relationship therapy with couples on the brink of divorce, who have conflict, or who feel disconnected from one another. Dr. Vossenkemper holds a BA in Psychology from The University of Missouri, Saint Louis, an MA in Counseling from Missouri Baptist University, and a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision from The University of Missouri, Saint Louis. She has also completed Level 3 training in the Gottman Method Couples Therapy approach and has been formally trained in both the Prepare-Enrich Premarital Couples Counseling approach and the PREP Approach for couples counseling.
Licensed Professional CounselorOne of the things that you can do to grow closer, is to share what's going on in your life. With time, couples don't really make time for each other, to just talk about the day and share frustrations. So do your best to share your thoughts, feelings and fears with each other to improve your connection in your relationship.
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Medical issues and certain medications can cause a lower libido. If your husband has had any health issues that have correlated with his lack of interest in sex, have him check in with his doctor.[13]Thanks
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- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/fulfillment-at-any-age/201401/seven-types-of-physical-affection-in-relationships
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- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/all-about-sex/201106/sexual-teasing-who-does-it-and-why
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/the-erotic-brain/201906/there-may-be-a-better-way-to-initiate-sex-with-your-partner
- ↑ hhttps://www.southuniversity.edu/news-and-blogs/2016/08/the-psychology-behind-love-and-romance-70700
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-future-of-intimacy/202304/how-to-genuinely-want-sex-with-your-partner
- ↑ https://www.helpguide.org/articles/relationships-communication/tips-for-finding-lasting-love.htm
- ↑ https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/health-and-wellness/2018/february/affection
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/divorce-busting/201001/9-tips-the-partner-higher-sex-drive
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/divorce-busting/201001/9-tips-the-partner-higher-sex-drive
- ↑ https://www.yalemedicine.org/news/bedroom-signs-man-might-have-health-troubles