Talking about sex is an important part of a healthy intimate relationship, but having the conversation can feel difficult and awkward. There’s still a lot of shame and discomfort around sex. We aren’t used to talking about our sex life in honest, specific ways with anyone—including the person we’re sleeping with. Sometimes we don’t broach […]
A woman’s sexuality is deeply influenced by her culture—and ours may be holding us back. The U.S. is portrayed as a sexually charged nation, but studies show Americans aren’t actually experiencing or enjoying lovemaking as much as people in other countries. After talking with a group of eight fascinating North Shore women who hail from […]
The Wilmette Theatre turned steamy in June when Sex & the Suburbs brought “Sizzling Couples” to the stage. The expert panel gave plenty of juicy information about how couples can create fulfilling and exciting sex lives. Here are 4 ways to keep the sexual energy flowing in your relationship, including some quick tips you can […]
Here’s a surprise: Men are needier than women when it comes to intimacy. Women often get emotional support from other women—friends, mothers and daughters, for example. Men, however, crave intimacy and affirmation from their spouses, because according to a recent Chicago Tribune article, it’s the only place they get it. And after speaking to a […]
Why is good sex important (especially compared to a good night’s sleep)? In September we kicked off a series of shows based on this column at the Wilmette Theatre, and our first panel discussion focused on that question. The answer may seem obvious—duh, of course sex is important—but the truth is, many of us aren’t feeling […]
Want to plan a romantic evening for your husband or spice up your sex life a bit but are stumped for ideas? Check out G Boutique in Bucktown. This sexy shop, designed just for women, provides information and products intended to appeal to the female appetite. “We create an atmosphere where women feel comfortable,” Co-owner […]
This 40-something mother of two tells the story of her mid-life journey to find sexual fulfillment … … all while staying happily married to her long-time husband. Pamela Madsen‘s desire to explore her sensuality, highlighted in “Shameless: How I Ditched the Diet, Got Naked, Found True Pleasure…and Somehow Got Home in Time To Cook Dinner,” […]
