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How can I talk to my partner about sex?

Talking outside the bedroom can lead to better sex in the bedroom. Sex therapist Sari Cooper, LCSW, shares her top tips on communicating with your partner about sex.

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Up Next

  • Why should I schedule sex?

  • How can i deal with my partner's erectile dysfunction?

  • How can I feel more comfortable with my body during sex?

  • How can negative emotions affect a couple's sex life?

  • Why do many women in long-term relationships lose their desire?

  • How can i have more fun with sex?

  • Why do men like to view pornography?

  • How can i fit sex into my busy life?

  • Why is foreplay so important?

  • Why is the term "sex addiction" controversial?

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