Q: My hubby and I had a very active sex life before we had our two-year-old daughter. We were making love all the time. Now she’s in our bed every night and we may go months without any TLC time. We also have three other girls. How do I get that spark back??
Nicole
xoxo
A: Although children and their needs undoubtedly come first, it shouldn’t mean they come between their parents in a way that interferes with their intimacy and bonding. And especially when you have no sexual fun together at any time.
Sex is the glue that holds couples together. Ignore that loving closeness or put it low on the list of priorities and you’ll regret it. So first step. Your two-year-old should no longer be sleeping in your bed. She should be in her own by now. I know, I know – there’ll be tantrums and wailing but for the sake of your marriage you have to be firm and stand by your decision. Put a lock on your bedroom door if necessary!
If that fails, then get creative. Book an overnight babysitter or co-opt a relative to come in and care for your children and you and hubby head off to a motel for the night. Re-create those sexy days when you couldn’t keep your hands off each other. If that’s out of financial range, send them to a willing relative or friend for an evening so you can have a “date” night at home. And don’t fall asleep on the sofa!!
Work on stimulating each other – whatever it takes. A martini or two, wine, shower together, a soft porno movie, massages with oils, sex toys, a fun, sexy board game (go together to a sex store). Anticipation is so stimulating! Make date nights a regular habit.
A life without sex is a life without sunshine. It’s also risky as few people can manage without any sex at all and it can make them vulnerable to temptation!
Q: I’m 27 and have no sex drive whatsoever. I’m married to an amazing guy who is wonderful to me and I love more than anything. But, for some reason, over the past year, my sex drive has gone to below zero. I’m still young, so what could possibly be the problem? Could it be a hormonal issue?
Ivy x
A: Usually when I get this question, the women concerned are much older than you and it is often a case of an age-related hormonal drop, their medication or a physical difficulty. But, as you say, you are extremely young for this to happen and especially since you appear to be happily married to someone you love, it doesn’t seem to be emotional withdrawal.
You don’t say if you are taking any kind of medication or if you are under any kind of unusual stress such as at work or a family matter. These can overwhelm your ability to feel sexy and sexual as can marital problems such as infidelity by your partner or poor sexual skills or experience. If it’s the latter, then read a good book on sex together such as The Joy of Sex or see a sex therapist.
If none of those fit the bill, then it could be an internal physical problem or perhaps a hormonal issue (and I have to say here I am not a doctor!) and most definitely something you should check out with your family physician. If the answer doesn’t satisfy you, then ask to be referred to a gynecologist or a specialist.
You’re far too young to be living a life without sexual desire and of course, the more you worry about it, the worse it will become. You must also be very concerned about the effect of such a lack of drive on your husband and marriage so don't ignore the situation.