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Balancing sex and family life can be tricky. This is especially true during the holiday season, a time that should be for family, home, and fun. But often, we get so caught up in trying to provide the absolute best, stressing over finding the perfect gifts<\/a>, and spending time with relatives, that we forget to take care of ourselves and our relationship. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Have no fear, we\u2019re here to help! Whether you\u2019re hosting the in-laws or heading over to a family member\u2019s place for the holidays, we\u2019ve got some tips and tricks to make this the best festive season ever. Grab your favorite hot beverage and settle in to learn how to balance sex and family life over the holidays and beyond!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sex and Family Life Can Work Together<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We keep ourselves so busy during the holiday season, it\u2019s no wonder it can start to feel like there\u2019s no balance between sex and family life. From seasonal plays, baking, and traveling to visit family, many couples quickly begin to feel as if they\u2019re coming apart at the seams instead of pulling together. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why not take a break from some of those tried and tested holiday tasks and instead use the time to bring you and your partner to bliss?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Make use of the reruns<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you have children, you\u2019ve probably experienced sitting through the same holiday movies every year. So, why not take advantage of the situation? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Put on the kids\u2019 favorite flick and quietly retire to the bedroom with your partner, making sure to lock the door on the way in. While the kids are enjoying a holiday movie, the two of you can unwind and enjoy one another.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Let\u2019s get clean<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Everyone needs to shower, so why not do it together? It can be a lot of fun getting dirty while getting clean. If shower sex<\/a> isn\u2019t your thing, use this time to pamper one another by washing each other\u2019s hair, scrubbing down your partner\u2019s body, and even incorporating a little massage or teasing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Sex should be on the calendar<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Though it may not seem sexy, scheduling fun with your partner ahead of time can be as naughty as you make it. Share your calendar and pencil in dates like \u201cAll I Want For Christmas Is You\u201d and other fun code names. You can follow up with an appointment reminder via text and incorporate fun sexting<\/a> if you\u2019re comfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Remember the quickie<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is an important point when trying to balance sex and family life. If you\u2019re staying with relatives during this holiday season, enjoying a quickie can be easier than you think. Is Grandma making cookies with the little ones? Sneak up to your sleeping space and enjoy some alone time with your partner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Try something new<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Want to give your spouse a new kind of experience? Try adding something different to your adult time by creating a coupon book. You can promise one-on-one time, sensual massages, oral only, and much more. Be sure to leave this gift on their pillow and watch the fireworks fly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Knead more than bread<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you\u2019re in the midst of shopping and preparing for the holidays, you\u2019re bound to get sore muscles. Before falling asleep, ask your partner if they\u2019ll give you a massage. While this can be wonderful by itself, it also has the perk of potentially morphing into sexy time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you want to keep it seasonal, invest in oils that smell like Christmas. Keep them handy on your bedside table for impromptu sessions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make Time for Your Relationship<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Balancing sex and family life doesn\u2019t have to be just about the holidays. We live in a fast-paced world that often leaves us feeling one-sided. When you take the time to carve out space for your relationship, not only will this help to improve your sex life<\/a>, but it\u2019ll also show your partner that they\u2019re just as important as everything else going on in your life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spending time with family can be exhausting during this season, but taking a moment or two for your relationship doesn\u2019t have to be. Using some of these ideas and making them your own can go a long way to keeping the balance between mental, physical, and sexual wellness within your life.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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