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Tips and tricks for a healthy, active sex life

Practically any woman can have a healthy, happy sex life with a little bit of ingenuity. It may take a bit of work in the beginning, but the rewards can far outweigh any effort that needs to be put into it. Here are a few tips:

Get Back to Basics

If you’ve been married or in a long-term relationship for some time now, think back to the beginning when you were dating. Did you get excited just thinking about your beloved? Did you get yourself all dolled up for him? Did you put on sexy underwear? Wear special perfume that you knew turned him on, placed in a few strategic spots? I’m here to tell you that if it worked in the beginning, it would most certainly work now. So, give any or all of the above a try and see what happens!

Boost Your Ego

Good self-esteem is a must. If you don’t feel sexy, then you won’t act sexy. Remember, the brain is the biggest sex organ we have. If you are out of shape, start exercising and dieting. You may not see results immediately, but with some effort, you will. Recently, I dropped a few pounds and firmed up in some areas, and my husband has been quite pleased with the results. And the exercise is going to help in other ways, such as increased endorphins, energy and stamina. You can also throw in some yoga or Pilates - these can increase your flexibility, adding some extra benefits in the bedroom too!

Put Your Relationship First (Once in a While!)

Remember to make your relationship a priority. This can be difficult for a busy woman of the 21st century. With kids, work, school, volunteering, chores - you name it, we do it. We usually don’t even have time to pamper ourselves, let alone get all revved up for the hubby. That’s why you need to be a bit creative at times. Whenever possible, take a short trip alone with your significant other. A night away at a hotel (whirlpool suites are amazing!) can add spice back into your love life. If that isn’t feasible, send the kids to Grandma’s or trade with another couple. We have weekends, once a month, where we trade kids with my sister-in-law. One night kids are at our house, one night at their house. That way, we each have the opportunity for a date night and the chance to get frisky where ever we want.

See the Doctor

Remember that there are medical conditions that can hinder the libido. According to www.webmd.com, 43 percent of women and 31 percent of men report some degree of difficulty when it comes to sexual health. It is extremely important to have any sort of difficulties checked into, especially if stress-related factors have been ruled out. In order to have a healthy sex life, we need to be healthy both physically and mentally.

Overall, it is possible to have a happy, satisfying sex life, as long as it is made a priority and both partners are willing to stay healthy and creative.

By Rebecca Ingham

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Im 22 years old and stopped using my Tri-Sprintec birth control a month ago, I have been on it for about 2 1/2 years. it was making me miserable and I just always felt moody. I was supposed to get my period wednesday (and I have never been late)..and still did not get it yet it. I had protected sex every time since being off the pill. and still Im not experiencing any symptoms, just wondering if this is normal?
Posted on 9/4/2009 4:58:00 PM by Anonymous
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Posted on 8/2/2009 11:40:00 PM by Anonymous
I don't know anything really about this stuff. But over the last couple of days I've been getting red rash bumps. Idk what to do. honestly the last option right now is suicide because I dont know how to tell anybody.
Posted on 7/9/2009 8:07:00 PM by Anonymous
ok so I have been to the doctor several times, and have been tested and treated for anything that was wrong and what I think I have now I was tested for and it came back negative but I have one single blister done there and its freaking me out and the doc said no worries it could just be from to much sex! its with the same person I got tested from in the beginning and I havent been with anyone else, nor do i think he has but u never kno... Do u think I have anything to woory about?
Posted on 6/18/2009 4:14:00 PM by Anonymous
I went to Planned Parenthood yesterday and I asked her if something was wrong with me b/c I have NO sex drive. I am on the pill and she suggested the pill could be a reason for loss of my sex drive. So yes, the pill can cause you to have a low sex drive.
Posted on 5/8/2009 11:46:00 AM by Anonymous
CAN SOME ONE ANSWER MY ???'S I JUST FOUND OUT I HAVE HPV I STILL HAVE TO WAIT TWO WEEK FOR MY RESULTS BUT I DON'T KONW WHAT TO DO. WHAT I HAVE READ ABOUT HPV IT WILL GO AWAY IN TIME BUT HOW LONG? CAN I HAVE SEX ? I JUST MET THIS GUY I REALY LIKE IF WE HAVE SEX WITH A CONDOM CAN I GIVE IT TO HIM AND CAN HE KEEP GIVING BACK TO ME? IF WE HAVE ORAL SEX CAN HE OR I CAN GET IT IN OUR MOUTH? I DON'T KONW WHAT TO DO. I NEED ANSWERS. I CAN'T SLEEP I CAN'T EAT OR IS THERE A CENTER I CAN CALL
Posted on 5/6/2009 2:24:00 PM by Anonymous
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Posted on 4/11/2009 12:20:00 PM by Anonymous
I WAS ALWAYS TOLD THAT WOMEN CAN ONLY GET AN STD FROM A MAN IF THIS IS TRUE WHERE DO MEN GET THE STDS FROM
Posted on 4/7/2009 3:40:00 AM by Anonymous
I have HPV 48...does anyone know about this?
Posted on 4/6/2009 11:14:00 PM by Anonymous
to the young girl with the 2 std's. If you are POSITAVE that there is no way possible that you may have contracted the STD's, then he had to. these kinds of things CANNOT be picked up from the toilet seat. Your honesty will answer that question. It was either you or him.
Posted on 4/1/2009 3:33:00 PM by Anonymous
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Posted on 1/23/2009 11:24:00 PM by Anonymous
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Posted on 1/7/2009 9:09:00 PM by Anonymous
is a bleed nose a side effect on birth control?
Posted on 1/6/2009 2:21:00 PM by Anonymous
Would like to know more about vaginal shingles
Posted on 11/24/2008 8:15:00 PM by Anonymous
I started taking the depo shot in july of this year, since then I have gained weight. i have gained weight more in my stomach thean anywhere else. my doctor put me on it because i was having headaches from the yaz she told me I could no longer take birth control and she told me this would help my menapose. I am not happpy of course because of the weight gain she also told me that this would help my PMS she won't let me go back on the pill because I said I was having headaches the only time I ever got headaches was that time of the month but because i told her about the headaches she won't put me on any kind of pill. A pharmist recently told me me that it's water weight that i'm experincing. and to take water pills. my advice to women out there DON'T DO DEPOOOOOOOOOOOO!
Posted on 10/21/2008 9:36:00 AM by Anonymous
I recently got the depo shot because i could not get the merina due to the sharp curve in my uterus. Since i recieved the shot i have experinced some depression including mood swings and loss of my sex drive. Also I have not started my period which concerns me terrible usually when i start its like a release of my moodiness i feel much better but i haven't started. I dont think the shot is right for me any more so do I just have to wait it out fo three miserable months or can i do something about it? My doctor told me that it took affect imediately but i've researched it and that tells me it takes affect in 24 hours so what happens if I find out that this crying and what not is because im pregnant what in the hell am I suppose to do then. Thanks a lot damn doc.
Posted on 9/13/2008 8:51:00 PM by Anonymous
forgetting to take birth control pills and then bleeding occurs
Posted on 9/11/2008 9:18:00 PM by Anonymous
I need to know if ther are any side effects of depo-provera that are associated with migraine or cluster headaches that last for days and days. Is there anything that I can do to stop it ? I am in so much pain thgat it hurts right behind and around my eyes.
Posted on 9/9/2008 11:51:00 AM by Anonymous
I need to know the different birth control options out there that are highly effective with low side effect levels. Can any one help?
Posted on 9/8/2008 5:43:00 PM by Anonymous
Recently, I went off the pill and ever since then my sex drive is through the roof. Is it possible to have less of a sex drive on the pill?
Posted on 9/7/2008 2:46:00 PM by Anonymous
I have always had great libido, going through menopause is not all that bad but is it ever possible to have even one egg left to have removed and froze? I still want another child
Posted on 7/21/2008 6:02:00 PM by Anonymous
Menopause and Low Libido: We are experiencing a problem in getting any help in this area. It seem my partners testestorone levels are low and our doctor seems unwilling to do anything about that. Her exact words were: "well men can go into their 90's women just have to deal with the fact that it doesn't happen for them"! Help!
Posted on 6/11/2008 1:34:00 AM by Anonymous