

{"id":20881,"date":"2018-01-10T12:36:44","date_gmt":"2018-01-10T12:36:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/?p=20881"},"modified":"2026-02-18T06:01:05","modified_gmt":"2026-02-18T06:01:05","slug":"make-physical-relations-with-husband","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/physical-intimacy\/make-physical-relations-with-husband\/","title":{"rendered":"20 Ways on How to Initiate Sex With Your Husband"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-72642\" src=\"https:\/\/image.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/ways-on-how-to-initiate-sex-with-your-husband.jpg\" alt=\"Young playful couple having fun in the bed\" width=\"804\" height=\"350\"><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There&rsquo;s something comforting about having your partner be the one to initiate sex first. When your husband initiates love making it gives you the confidence that he&rsquo;s in the mood and makes you feel desired.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, if your spouse is the only one initiating sex, it may cause you to feel awkward or uncomfortable when you are the one who wants to broach the subject. You might wonder, &ldquo;Should women initiate sex?&rdquo;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This can make many wives feel frustrated and go without sex due to not wanting to be the one to make the move. However, Women initiating sex works wonders.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">According to <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/experts\/kimberly-smith-lmhc-fl-lpc-mi-mac-qs-fl\" target=\"_blank\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Kimberly Smith<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, a licensed mental health counselor:<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Initiating sex can ensure that your sexual needs are met, reinforce intimacy, improve communication, and keep the relationship fun and interesting.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><b>20 tips on how to initiate sex with your husband<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-20883 size-full\" title=\"Create a naughty codeword\" src=\"https:\/\/image.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Create-a-naughty-codeword.jpg\" alt=\"Create a naughty codeword\" width=\"804\" height=\"350\"><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How do you make a physical relationship with your husband? How to start sex with your husband?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/physical-intimacy\/lack-of-intimacy-living-in-a-sexless-marriage\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Going without sex<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> just because you aren&rsquo;t sure how to make the move can make you frustrated and angry with your partner. But remember, he is not a mind reader.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Making physical relations with your husband shouldn&rsquo;t be anything you should be embarrassed or hesitant about. From subtle to in-your-face cues, we&rsquo;re looking at 20 ways how to initiate sex with your husband.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>1. Create a buildup<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to make the first move for a husband-wife physical relationship but aren&rsquo;t sure where to begin, don&rsquo;t be nervous. You don&rsquo;t have to be especially forward or do anything outside of your comfort zone to get his attention.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Letting your husband know you&rsquo;re in the mood doesn&rsquo;t mean pouncing on him as soon as he walks through the front door.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Initiating sex is all about creating a buildup. Plan a romantic evening with wine and light some candles. Or be spontaneous and start by offering him a massage or snuggle on the couch while you watch television. He will get the hint.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>2. Send a dirty text<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&rsquo;re shy about verbalizing your desires,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/physical-intimacy\/10-super-sexy-things-to-text-that-will-get-him-in-the-mood\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">why not text it to your husband<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? Many couples send <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thecut.com\/article\/sexting-how-to-ultimate-guide.html\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">erotic texts<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and photos back and forth. However, sending naked photos is not always safe or private*.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are plenty of ways to send a suggestive photo without baring it all. For example, you could take a picture of your sexiest lingerie laid out on the bed. Typing out your desires is also a great way to get his attention.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>A simple line saying that you can&rsquo;t wait for him to get home, followed up by a silly yet suggestive wink, will send the message loud and clear.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">*If you do send a nude picture to your husband, be sure to keep your face out of it.<\/span><\/p>\n<pre><em><strong>Related Reading:&nbsp;<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/relationship\/sexy-texts-for-her\/\">100 Sexy Texts for Her to Drive Her Wild<\/a><\/em><\/pre>\n<h3><b>3. Create a naughty codeword<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&rsquo;re shy about initiating sex but still want your man to know you&rsquo;re into the idea, you can set up a naughty codeword in advance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose a word or phrase that is inoffensive. Take the phrase &ldquo;I have to wash my hair&rdquo; for example. This sentence can be said in front of your children or out in public leaving only you and your hubby to know what it really means.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This sense of naughty mystery creates intimacy and<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/intimacy\/excitement-in-an-intimate-relationship\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">boosts excitement between you and your partner<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This way, he knows exactly what you want when you get back home.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>4. Go purely physical<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Men don&rsquo;t always pick up on subtle hints, especially when it comes to sex. You may spend your whole afternoon leaving little hints that you want to go to the bedroom with no good results. In your mind, he&rsquo;s rejecting your advances, in his mind no offer was ever made.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To be blunt, when it comes to initiating physical relations with husbands, subtlety is not your friend.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to put the offer out there but are too shy to verbalize it, try going the physical route. Start by kissing him or sitting on his lap.<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/intimacy\/recognize-intimacy-issues-and-get-closer-as-a-couple\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get close together<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> while watching a movie and move your hand along the key parts of his body. He&rsquo;ll know what you&rsquo;re after.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>5. Dress up and roleplay<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nothing says &lsquo;Take me now&rsquo; like dressing up for the occasion. Slip into your sexiest negligee and strut into your bedroom. You don&rsquo;t even have to strut if you don&rsquo;t want to. Just come in looking gorgeous in your corset or babydoll chemise, and he&rsquo;ll know exactly what you&rsquo;re after.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&rsquo;re feeling brave you can also add roleplay into the mix. Dress up in a costume, such as a policewoman or a cheerleader, and roleplay as soon as you get your husband alone.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>6. Unexpected initiation<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-20884 size-full\" title=\"Unexpected initiation\" src=\"https:\/\/image.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Unexpected-initiation.jpg\" alt=\"Unexpected initiation\" width=\"804\" height=\"350\"><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One way to establish physical relations with your husband is by initiating a time that is unusual for you as a couple. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instead of sticking to the old standby of making love before bedtime, try passionately kissing him in the morning before work, popping in on him in the shower, or making a move when you&rsquo;re out in the car. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The spontaneity of this action will help make the moment feel heightened since it is out of the ordinary for you both. This will help you both to let loose and really shed your inhibitions.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7. <\/span><b>Reminisce<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Want to know how to have physical relations with your husband?&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reminiscing is a great way to start intimacy with your husband and get your blood flowing without coming right out and telling him what you want. He starts off by innocently asking if he remembers &ldquo;such and such&rdquo; a time together and slowly moves into the more sexual aspect of the story.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Think back on particularly steamy moments or risky behavior your husband enjoyed. This is a form of verbal foreplay that is designed to get him thinking about sex and visualizing what it is like to be intimate with you. Once you start talking, the story will take care of the rest.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>8. Just ask<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don&rsquo;t forget that being straightforward is always an option.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You do not have to coerce your husband into bed with you by playing the &ldquo;remember when&rdquo; game or by sending naughty photos or thoughts. Instead, why not come up to him and say &ldquo;I&rsquo;m going to the bedroom, care to join me?&rdquo; or &ldquo;Wanna do it?&rdquo; Or simply start kissing him in a way that says this is not a simple peck of affection.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If he thinks that his wife never initiates affection, this is the perfect solution.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Men find it exciting when a woman displays confidence and asks for what she wants. Being direct means spending less time coming up with a way to seduce your husband and more time alone together.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>9. Schedule it<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To spice up your sex life and keep your husband reminded of the intimacy you both share, you should schedule your sex.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People are often caught up in their busy life and sometimes, it becomes difficult to keep the intimacy levels strong. In this case, if you both schedule sex time as well as days, it will <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/relationship\/things-couple-can-do-to-strengthen-a-marriage\/\">strengthen your relationship<\/a>. It might seem forced at the beginning, but it will really do wonders in establishing love.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>10. Talk about it<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Talk about sex in your free time. So, this will remind your husband of the amazing feeling, and as the intensity of the conversation escalates, he will definitely feel turned on and more drawn towards you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can start a random sex conversation about any single time you both thoroughly enjoyed that is etched in your memory or ask about his likes and dislikes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>11. Take turns<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you wonder how to initiate sex with your husband where you both play an equal role, taking turns is the best deal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In order to not let sex fade away from your lives, you both must make efforts to establish a strong physical bond. You can do so by taking responsibility for it. This means that if you initiated sex the last time, it will be your husband&rsquo;s onus to do so the next time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>12. Use positive affirmations<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Positive affirmations for sex will reach deep into your husband&rsquo;s subconscious mind and motivate him to act. Affirmations are used to help influence your mind and replace old or negative beliefs with new ones, and affirmations for sex will activate the areas of the brain that make him feel happy and fulfilled.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out this video for sex affirmations that you or your husband can listen to daily:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Ifh1WuQFl-M\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3><b>13. Try shower sex<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you wonder how to initiate sex with your husband that looks like a scene from a sassy movie, then shower sex is your answer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shower sex is one of the creative ways to initiate lovemaking and looks like something straight out of a movie. So, try some sexy positions like the Chairperson, Standing Doggy, etc to turn up the heat. Make sure you keep certain tips in mind, like using an anti-slip mat and shower-friendly lube.<\/span><\/p>\n<pre><em><strong>Related Reading:&nbsp;<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/physical-intimacy\/\">20 Best Sex Positions to Connect with Your Spouse<\/a><\/em><\/pre>\n<h3><b>14. Be a masseuse<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Massages can work wonders to turn your husband on. Erotic massages are not only relaxing and help release tension but also help enhance sexual arousal.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ensure to set the mood first. For the first 15-20 minutes, it should be a normal massage and then slowly begin to massage and play with their genital area. Give them the time and mental space to receive you.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>15. Look different<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-70430\" src=\"https:\/\/image.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/beautiful-woman-posing.jpg\" alt=\"beautiful woman posing\" width=\"804\" height=\"350\"><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to initiate sex with your husband without making a direct move?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Change your look dramatically.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With spouses, one of the issues with long-term relationships is that we become too comfortable with them and are used to seeing them in their roughest state. So, for a change, dress differently and surprise them.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>16. Use body language<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to initiate sex with your husband and indicate your interests subtly to your man?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you don&rsquo;t wish to be too verbal about your need for sex but wish to suggest him, you can use various <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.betterhelp.com\/advice\/body-language\/22-examples-of-body-language-attraction\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">body language<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> signals to let him know. For instance, you can wink at him, move your shoulders towards him, graze your fingers against his hands, stroke your knee and so forth.<\/span><\/p>\n<pre><em><strong>Also Try:&nbsp;<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/quizzes\/does-he-like-my-body-language-quiz\">Does He Like My Body Language Quiz<\/a><\/em><\/pre>\n<h3><b>17. Be mindful of hygiene<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Great sex starts with great hygiene. You must maintain <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.plannedparenthood.org\/planned-parenthood-great-plains\/blog\/how-to-practice-proper-genital-hygiene-2\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">good hygiene<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to turn your man on. Everyone has opinions about the cleanliness levels, but the basics apply to everyone.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Some suggestions for sexual hygiene are that you should keep a check on your intimate areas for any irregularities, choose loser fits for undergarments, and change the undergarments daily.<\/p>\n<h3><b>18. Sleep naked<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A physical relationship between husband and wife helps strengthen the overall bond.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can choose to sleep naked to turn your husband on. Once he sees you without clothes next to himself, he is sure to make a move, if not immediately, then definitely after a while.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>19. Flash<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flash yourself in front of yourself and he is sure to be taken aback and be turned on. This is a great way of flirting with him and telling him what he is missing at the moment.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>20. Try the no panties game<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can choose to take off your panties when you both go out for dinner. Discreetly remove them and let him know when he is waiting outside the washroom for you. He is sure to be on fire till you both get back home.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Takeaway<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to make physical relations with your husband, make it known! Initiating sex should never be left solely to one partner. Practice our tips for initiating sex in your marriage, and he&rsquo;ll get the message loud and clear.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false,"raw":""},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There&rsquo;s something comforting about having your partner be the one to initiate sex first. When your husband initiates love making it gives you the confidence that he&rsquo;s in the mood and makes you feel desired. However, if your spouse is the only one initiating sex, it may cause you to feel awkward or uncomfortable when you are the one who wants to broach the subject. You might wonder, &ldquo;Should women initiate sex?&rdquo;&nbsp; This can make many wives feel frustrated and go without sex due to not wanting to be the one to make the move. 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