Foreplay is something that is often misunderstood, due to its name many people will overlook what it does and the benefits it will bring. And according to studies, it is said that women need longer foreplay because often it takes longer for women to have an orgasm while men only need a few minutes, which largely contributes to the difference in orgasms between the sexes. And extended foreplay can go a long way to alleviate this.
Foreplay can be experienced in many ways, not just kissing, cuddling and touching, but also masturbation, erotic massages, watching pornography together, and more. And foreplay is more than just in the middle of the bedroom; if you want to start foreplay earlier, send erotic text messages with your partner to set the tone for a romantic evening.
1. It releases good hormones
A lot of hormones are released during foreplay to make each other feel good. An example is oxytocin, which is also known as the love hormone. It will lower the body's cortisol to get the body ready and the release of oxytocin is one of the main reasons for increased libido.
There is no doubt that oxytocin also promotes sexual arousal, intimacy with each other and a satisfying sexual response among other things. So when you are in foreplay, oxytocin can work well, not only to make the vagina produce lubricating fluids and promote sexual arousal, but also to make each other feel good.
2. Promote blood circulation
Foreplay promotes blood circulation in the body, and blood circulation is key to promoting sexual arousal and orgasm. Only when the blood flows to the genital area, it promotes penile erection as well as vaginal lubrication. This can also be a good confirmation of the importance of foreplay.
3. Promotes intimacy
As great as sex is, if each other focuses more on foreplay, then it allows each other to slow down and focus more on the pleasurable sensations rather than the destination. Exploring your partner's body and prolonging foreplay can allow each other to have more have more time and experience intimacy.
And foreplay also promotes better communication with your partner, learning about each other's preferences and boundaries, what turns each other on, and trying more new things.
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1. Erotic massage
Massage not only soothes the muscles, but also helps to relax the mind and body, relieving feelings of stress and anxiety. Using a scented massage oil, dripping it onto the palm of your hand and rubbing it with the warmth of your hand can make the lubricant a more pleasant temperature. And what's sexier than exploring your partner's body and teasing her?
You can have better enjoyment by creating an ambience, such as dimming the lights in the bedroom. Lighting scented candles, playing sensual music and the right temperature can make the experience more immersive and more pleasurable.
2. Sexting
Sexting can be a great way to ignite desire and increase the anticipation and tension of sex. Letting the desire happen outside of the bedroom can make things more interesting. You can send sexy photos, or nasty things you want to do to your partner, etc. This can be a great way to fire up each other's imaginations and turn each other on.
3. Sexual fantasies
According to surveys, most adults have sexual fantasies, and they can ignite passion quickly. Talking about sexual fantasies with your partner can also promote intimacy and the opportunity to try to practice them.
4. Sex toys
If you want to increase interest and passion in the bedroom, sex toys are undoubtedly the best tool. Regardless of your gender or sexual orientation, sex toys can be a great way to enhance your pleasure and bring more passion and freshness to sex. Especially in a long term relationship, sex will inevitably fall into a routine, freshness and excitement is important, so trying sex toys is a good idea.
5. Pornographic movies
Watching porn with your partner can be a fun experience if both you and your partner enjoy watching porn. Porn can be a great way to stimulate passion and desire for each other, as well as talk about favorite types of porn with your partner, which can lead to a better understanding of each other's preferences as well as increased intimacy with your partner.
6. Try the “Yes/No/Maybe” list
If you're looking to add some excitement to your sex life, downloading a “yes/no/maybe” list is a fun way to start. These lists can help you and your partner figure out what you're both willing to do in the bedroom, covering everything from BDSM to sex toys to non-monogamy. Each person will browse through the list, marking off what they're comfortable with, what they're willing to try, and what they're not allowed to try. Once you've both filled out your lists, go through them together and see where you stand.
This activity can be exciting, and it provides an opportunity to better understand your partner's desires while introducing new ideas that you may not have thought of before.