Great sex takes many forms. It is highly personal what you consider to be great sex. However, there are common threads to a great sexual experience that can be counted on to nearly guarantee a good time for all involved.  Here is a checklist of things that can ensure you and your partner have a great time when getting it on.

• Enthusiastic consent

Ongoing and enthusiastic consent from all partners is the most important part of a sexual encounter. Without enthusiastic consent, how good could it be? A willing and enthusiastic partner makes the sex so much better than a partner who feels less than excited and ready for sex.

• Communication

This goes along with consent. Communication from both partners is key to fulfilling the needs of each partner. Physical intimacy and communication should always go hand in hand. Whether you are setting boundaries or telling your partner what you like, communication is always a necessary component of great sex.

• Know yourself

Before you can communicate your wants and needs, you have to know them yourself. Get to know what you want, need, and like with experimentation, both in solo sex and with a partner. Trying different positions, techniques, and kinks is the only way to get to know your likes and dislikes. You have to know yourself to be able to ensure great sex with a partner.

• Use toys

Toys, in all the many forms and functions, are not just for solo play. They can and should be used with your partner as well. Your friendly staff at Badd Kitty can help you choose just the right thing to help take good sex into great sex.

• Schedule sex

Being spontaneous can be great too, but in our busy lives we sometimes need to schedule our sex. It can give you something to look forward to and the anticipation can add to the sexual chemistry buiding up to the sex.

• Use lube

Whether solo or with a partner, lube is your friend. Do not be afraid to use it and do not be embarrassed if you need it. Especially if you are having anal sex, be sure to use lube liberally. Even with penis in vagina sex, lube can help things along, even if you do not have trouble with vaginal dryness.

• Foreplay

Never breeze by the foreplay. Priming the pump for sexual pleasure is important to making sex great. Spend time on foreplay, including just kissing and touching outside of the bedroom. Take the time to warm each other up before penertative sex.

• Keep an open mind

Be open to your partner's needs, wants, and kinks. If they want something you do not, you should not shame them but just opt not to join in. You should listen to your partner with an open mind and give it a try if it intrigues you.

Sex can go from good to great with these simple tips. Use them to take your sex life to the next level.

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