Have good sex, and enjoy your bodies but there are small things that you must never do before or after sex. It can ruin the mood, affect your performance and leave you with sour sex memories. So read on and note down 6 things that you must avoid.
Don’t get drunk
Yes, many people like to have some alcohol to set the mood and ease the nerves but finishing the entire bottle before having sex is the worst mistake you could make. It leads to unsatisfying sex and many people have a hard time reaching an orgasm.
Avoid some positions
By this, we mean that after sex, don’t elevate your pelvis as that boosts the chances of conceiving. You must watch out for how you lie after sex.
The presex shower
If your partner is uncircumcised then he must rinse his foreskin before having sex. The foreskin has UTI- causing bacteria which can be passed on to you too
Don’t rush to use the bathroom
Yes, you must pee after having sex but that does not mean that you have to jump out of the bed to do it unless you really need to pee. Stay, snuggle and then go.
Avoid a big dinner
Have healthy veggies, legumes and whole grains but not just before sex as that makes you gassy. Avoid high fiber foods at least an hour or two before doing it. You can also have a small piece of chocolate as that boosts serotonin levels
Clean the sex toys
It is good that you use sex toys but you must make sure that they have been washed well, dried thoroughly and then placed back to where they were kept before. If you do not, they will have microorganisms that can cause severe infections.
Don’t use a lubricant that includes menthol.
Perimenopausal and menopausal women commonly experience a thinning of the vaginal tissue, which leads to sensitivity, Iglesia says. Stimulating lubricants often include menthol, which can be irritating. Especially for women around the age of menopause, Iglesia suggests water-based lubricants without menthol to avoid an uncomfortable evening.
Don’t Douche
Some women think they need to clean inside their vagina after sex with water or prepackaged fluids. But douching can lead to more infections. That’s because it upsets the natural balance of bacteria that protect your vagina. The best way to take care of your vagina after sex is to leave it alone — it cleans itself naturally. Also, keep in mind that a mild smell is normal and may not be a sign of a problem.
