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Early in your relationship, you promised yourself that your sex life wouldn’t dwindle. Maybe it won’t always be quite so vigorous but it certainly won’t disappear… Remember Sex and The City’s Miranda admitting to a six-month-long dry spell? No, no that’s not going to happen to us.

Fast-forward…

From struggling libidos to low energy, there are myriad reasons for deflated physical intimacy. Many people experience dry spells – and it’s nothing to feel ashamed about.

Keep reading for reassuring research showing yours isn’t the only relationship lacking sex, and actionable advice on how to reignite a sexless relationship.

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Will he like the way you touch him? Will he roll his eyes when you go down on him, but not in a good way?! Try not to stress about your first time (or any time!) with a man – everyone’s different and communication makes for super hot sex.

No matter how experienced you are, these steamy anal sex positions will give you plenty of inspiration next time you’re DTF. Each one comes with variations and recommendations to intensify pleasure for you and your lover. And if anal’s not for you, you’ll find plenty of other ways to pleasure a guy.

From gay sex positions ideal for your first time to ideas to try when you need some inspiration, this article is brimming with ideas. Read on for advice on how to have safe, fun gay sex.

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What’s the hype behind anal? Does penetrating a bumhole really feel as tight and amazing as people say? Do receivers actually enjoy it?

Well… it depends. While all forms of anal sex – think: fingers, tongues, toys and penises – can be pleasurable it’s also not everyone’s cup of tea. Some people can’t get past the rectum aspect of anal, whereas for others, just the taboo of anal gets them going.

Whatever your stance, you’re here because the thought has you shifting in your seat. Read on for the experiences of people who’ve tried anal: the good, the not-so-good, and the downright sexy.

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Fantasising about having sex with a woman, watching lesbian porn, and actually having sex with a woman are all pretty different things. Plus, every woman you have the pleasure of… well, pleasuring, has a unique body and desires.

So, whether you’re a baby queer discovering sex as a gay woman for the first time, or a vagina veteran in need of some fresh inspiration, welcome. With new techniques and sex positions in your repertoire, you’ll get an even better understanding of your and your partner’s pleasure… keeping the honeymoon period going and going.