
Aftercare is one of the most important parts of a healthy sexual relationship. It is one of the main drivers in satisfaction and offers a lot of connection in a very intimate and vulnerable space. Aftercare is the time right after sex. Some call it Afterglow or Afterplay, but I call it Aftercare because I see it as an important part of showing care for your partner and their wellbeing.
So sex ends. What do you do? The good thing is that there is a broad spectrum of possibilities, so you won’t have to choose something uncomfortable for you. The important thing is that you are doing something to connect after, it is something you both enjoy, and there are several options for variety. Variety is the spice of life after-all.
Here are some ideas of aftercare:
What to avoid:
Think of it as extending the intimate moment. Spend about 5-10 minutes doing this and see what a difference it can make.