Sex at 45

For many people, life over 40 is pretty great: Your career is better than ever and your confidence is at an all-time high. However, the sands of time spare no one, and for some over folks, life in the bedroom can change dramatically as the years pass—and not always for the better. But if you want to keep things fresh in the sheets after the big has come and gone, doing so may be easier than you think. These expert tips on how to keep things spicy, and have your best sex after Follow these tips and you'll be feeling like a teenager again in no time. Lina Velikova , MD, from disturbmenot.

How long should good sex last? How often do couples in their 40s make love? How often do women think about sex — or how often people have sex after 40? In other words, sex after 40 is different for every couple. And, as couples age and grow together, their sexual needs change and deepen. Sex after 40, basically, is a whole new ball game — and it should be liberating because of that. How often do couples in their 40s make love, anyway?

But sleeping better and embracing your best features can change that, says sex therapist Dr. Ruth Westheimer. In this exclusive interview, she reveals how to spice up your love life after 45… No one gives sex tips like Dr. Ruth Westheimer, ED.

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