How to Give Your Partner the Gift of Kink for Christmas

Tips for a ho, ho, horny holiday season

Kiki Wellington
Sex…With a Side of Quirk

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Man and woman wearing Santa hats and Christmas lights having kinky sex
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The Christmas shopping season has officially begun, and you may be making your list and checking it twice to figure out what kind of nice presents to buy your partner. However, if you want to bring something new into your relationship for the holidays, you may want to give the gift of naughty this Christmas by introducing some kink into your bedroom play.

But how should you do it?

According to sex and relationship therapist Deb Laino, no matter what kinky activities you try, you should start slowly.

“Many people are kink-curious and looking to shake things up,” Laino explained. “However, some may feel unsure where to start or how to broach the topics with their partner. My advice? Take it slow — there’s no finish line here. Go at your own pace, have boundaries communicated clearly, and only do what feels pleasurable to you. Remember that this is a process of self-exploration and partner exploration.”

In a statement, Laino, author of Sex Therapy 101*, provides the following tips on how to take this journey of sexual exploration so you and your partner can get the most out of it.

“There should be absolutely no shame, embarrassment, or…

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