There's a question that has plagued couples for centuries: how much sex is enough? How much sex is normal? Well, my friends, the answer is not that simple. From scientific averages to personal preferences, we're here to explore what really matters when it comes to intimacy between couples.
How much sex is normal? Let's start with the basics! According to a study published in Archives of Sexual Behavior, is average frequency of intercourse for couples in the United States once a week. However, a more recent study published in the journal Sexual Medicine, showed that the average frequency American couples have sex closer to once or twice a month.
But before you start stressing about whether or not you've reached that limit, remember that it is just an average. We are all different and what works for one couple may not work for another. Indeed, research is more than 1000 adults, which he performed the kinsey institute, showed that the ideal frequency of sex for couples is very different, from once a month to several times a week.
Now let's talk about age. It's no secret that the frequency of sex can decrease as we get older, but that doesn't mean it has to. A study published in Journal of Sex Research, showed that for couples in their 20s, the average frequency of sex was about twice a week. By the time couples hit their 40s, that number dropped to about once a week. But again, these are just averages, and some couples in their 40s may still be doing it several times a week.
How much sex is normal?
So what does it all mean? This means that it is not "normal” amount of sex. The most important thing is that you and your partner happy and satisfied with her sex life. Whether that means having sex every day or once a month, it's all about finding what works for you.
And let's not forget intimacy besides sex. Holding hands, cuddling and kissing are important ways of showing affection and feeling close to your partner. In fact, research has shown that non-sexual forms of intimacy are just as important to relationship satisfaction as sexual intimacy.
So whether you're a couple once a week or three times a day, the most important thing is that you're happy and connected. And if you haven't, it's okay to talk about it! Communication is key when it comes to any aspect of a relationship, and sex is no exception.
Let's all take a deep breath and stop worrying about whether or not we have "enough" sex. The truth is, it's not enough. The most important thing is that you and your partner are happy and fulfilled in your relationship, both in and out of the bedroom. So go ahead, be intimate, and live your best life, my friends. And treat yourself to it several times. Many claim that sex is healing!
