

{"id":32322,"date":"2019-01-10T05:21:51","date_gmt":"2019-01-10T05:21:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/?p=32322"},"modified":"2022-09-22T18:42:37","modified_gmt":"2022-09-22T18:42:37","slug":"romantic-with-your-girlfriend","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/romance\/romantic-with-your-girlfriend\/","title":{"rendered":"How to get Romantic with your Girlfriend"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-32324 size-full\" title=\"How to get Romantic with your Girlfriend\" src=\"https:\/\/image.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/How-to-get-Romantic-with-your-Girlfriend.jpg\" alt=\"How to get Romantic with your Girlfriend\" width=\"804\" height=\"350\"><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Romance is a thrilling part of new love. Surprise flowers, dinner by candlelight, making inside jokes together. Romancing your girlfriend helps you both build moments you&rsquo;ll never forget.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The romance associated with new relationships is also one of the first things to fall away after you&rsquo;ve been together for a number of years.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Never let your girlfriend forget how much you love her. Whether you&rsquo;re planning something big for your anniversary or you want to surprise your girlfriend with something special &lsquo;just because&rsquo;, romance is always the answer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not everyone is born with the romance gene, but don&rsquo;t worry! Learning to be romantic is easy. Your romantic gestures don&rsquo;t have to be expensive or outlandish in order to make her smile &ndash; it just has to be genuine. That&rsquo;s why we&rsquo;re showing you 13 foolproof ways to romance your girlfriend.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-Cook-together\"><\/span>1. Cook together<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<blockquote><p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most romantic things you can do with your girlfriend is to cook a meal together.<\/span><\/i><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make it a date night activity. Put on some great music, open a bottle of wine, and take turns copping and saut&eacute;ing in the kitchen. Not only is cooking together fun and romantic, but it also gives you a chance to sharpen your communication skills and learn new things together.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-Create-a-path-of-roses\"><\/span>2. Create a path of roses<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Want to create the ultimate romantic ambiance for your girlfriend?<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Grab a bouquet of roses and sprinkle the petals down the hallway, leading to the bedroom.<\/span><\/i><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Light candles all around the room and have one or two un-plucked roses waiting on the pillows.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/romance\/romantic-gestures-for-him-and-her\/\">romantic gesture<\/a> is sure to take her breath away.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-Compliment-her\"><\/span>3. Compliment her<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<blockquote><p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Women love compliments. There is something inherently romantic about being told how special or beautiful you are.<\/span><\/i><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can compliment her on how stunning she looks, how amazing her cooking is, her intelligence, and the list goes on. Just make sure that whatever you say is genuine &ndash; she&rsquo;ll be able to tell if you&rsquo;re just complimenting her for the heck of it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-Recreate-your-first-date\"><\/span>4. Recreate your first date<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research shows that couples get an<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4712716\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">increase in happiness<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and decrease in stress while spending time with each other.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One way you can be romantic with your girlfriend while boosting relationship happiness is by recreating your first date.<\/span><\/i><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Book a table at the same restaurant and get ready for a night of reminiscing and romance.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5-Shower-her-with-attention\"><\/span>5. Shower her with attention<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Baylor University study found that<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.baylor.edu\/mediacommunications\/news.php?action=story&amp;story=161554\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">46% of participants<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> felt ignored when their partner was on their phone. Don&rsquo;t let this be you!<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the easiest ways to romance your girlfriend is by giving her your undivided attention.<\/span><\/i><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When she&rsquo;s talking to you, set down your phone and mute the TV. Show her that you care about what she&rsquo;s saying.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6-Plan-a-trip\"><\/span>6. Plan a trip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What&rsquo;s more romantic than strolling arm in arm in a new country or city, making memories and exploring the sights together?<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plan a romantic getaway to a spa resort or plan the trip of a lifetime and whisk your girlfriend off to Paris.<\/span><\/i><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This will be a romantic vacation she will never forget.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7-Pamper-her-with-relaxation\"><\/span>7. Pamper her with relaxation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-32325 size-full\" title=\"Pamper her with relaxation\" src=\"https:\/\/image.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Pamper-her-with-relaxation.jpg\" alt=\"Pamper her with relaxation\" width=\"804\" height=\"350\"><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Studies<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/abs\/10.1080\/01926180390201936?src=recsys\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">show<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that massaging and other forms of physical affection have a strong connection to relationship satisfaction.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Give your girlfriend the time of her life by pampering her in an at-home spa session.<\/span><\/i><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Grab some oil and start massaging her back, legs, and feet. Afterward, share a relaxing bubble bath together.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8-Make-a-DIY-gift\"><\/span>8. Make a DIY gift<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to romance your girlfriend, look no further than a DIY gift.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Transfer a photo of the two of you onto a trendy wood plank using Mod Podge or make her a custom mug by using a sharpie on a blank mug, writing your romantic message, and baking it in the oven.<\/span><\/i><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">She will cherish your homemade gift for years to come.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9-Snuggle-more-often\"><\/span>9. Snuggle more often<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<blockquote><p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The next time you want to romance your girlfriend, pull her into a cuddle-sesh on the couch.<\/span><\/i><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Studies reveal that the simple touch of someone you love, say a hug, cuddle, or kiss, can actually<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3805974\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> lower stress<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/18498743\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">increase trust<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in partners.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10-Surprise-her\"><\/span>10. Surprise her<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There&rsquo;s something so romantic about surprising someone.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Show up at her work for lunch, bring her breakfast in bed, or record yourself singing her favorite love song.<\/span><\/i><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The options for romance are endless!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11-Be-a-good-listener\"><\/span>11. Be a good listener<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being a good listener may not sound all that romantic, but trust us, your girlfriend will love it. Whether she&rsquo;s telling a funny story from work or she needs to vent about a problem she&rsquo;s having, give her your ear.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don&rsquo;t forget to make plenty of eye-contact.<\/span><\/i><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not only does this reassure her that you&rsquo;re listening, but research indicates that eye-contact creates a<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3150859\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">heightened sense of intimacy<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> between partners.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12-Plan-a-date\"><\/span>12. Plan a date<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the easiest ways you can learn to be romantic is by planning regular date nights.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose an activity your girlfriend enjoys (like dancing, museums, or ice-skating) or stick to classics like going out for an intimate dinner together.<\/span><\/i><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not only is a night out completely romantic, but<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/nationalmarriageproject.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/05\/NMP-DateNight.pdf\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">research shows<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that couples who have a regular date night experience heightened communication, a libido boost, and are more likely to prevent breakups and relationship boredom!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13-Leave-her-a-morning-note\"><\/span>13. Leave her a morning note<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Does your girlfriend appreciate small gestures? If so, this one is for her!<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before she leaves for work in the morning, leave her a sweet hand-written love note or throw one into her lunch-bag or purse before she leaves the house.<\/span><\/i><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">She will love finding a note written especially for her.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learning how to be romantic is a cinch with these 13 tips for romancing your girlfriend. By taking the extra time to compliment her, doing small but thoughtful gestures, and giving her your undivided attention, you&rsquo;ll be reminding her how special she is to you.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false,"raw":""},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Romance is a thrilling part of new love. Surprise flowers, dinner by candlelight, making inside jokes together. Romancing your girlfriend helps you both build moments you&rsquo;ll never forget. The romance associated with new relationships is also one of the first things to fall away after you&rsquo;ve been together for a number of years. Never let your girlfriend forget how much you love her. Whether you&rsquo;re planning something big for your anniversary or you want to surprise your girlfriend with something special &lsquo;just because&rsquo;, romance is always the answer. Not everyone is born with the romance gene, but don&rsquo;t worry! 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