Valentine's Day is an excellent opportunity to have an honest conversation about sex and STD's with your partner(s). PPNYC C.E.O., Joan Malin, has a great piece about talking to your partner about sex up on RH Reality Check. Take a look at the tips we pulled for you here and then click the link to read the full piece!
- Educate yourself. Whether it’s an STI risk or something new you want to try, know as much about a topic before you bring it up.
- Do it with your clothes on. Although it might be tempting, don’t wait until you’re in the bedroom to bring up a tricky topic. Instead pick a comfortable place, before you’ve gotten hot and heavy.
- Break the ice. Telling your partner you’re nervous can be a great way to start. As can bringing up a recent study/statistic/story you’ve read or heard.
- Be upfront. Don’t beat around the bush or be dishonest.
- Use humor. Yes, this kind of talk can seem weighty or serious, but it’s ok to use humor to lighten the mood.
