Listen, we all have different sexual preferences. Whether we prefer to be more in control, let our partner take the reigns , or simply want to do whatever will help make a baby , there's a sex position that suits your needs and comfort level. To figure out what works best when , we tapped into the brains of top female sexual health experts. Here's what they say are the best sex positions for common bedroom scenarios.

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If the phrase "familiarity breeds contempt" rings true, going through all the same motions in the bedroom, time and time again, doesn't exactly help in the love department. Relationship experts recommend keeping things spontaneous whether that means trying a different time, place, or generally being more adventurous in bed to avoid falling into a cycle of boring "duty" sex, but also to foster healthy habits in a long-term relationship. Below, we asked eight real women for their favorite sex moves, then consulted sex experts for their tips on how to upgrade your own go-to moves so they feel new and exciting. In short, it doesn't take a Kama Sutra master to have better sex, it's really about breaking from habit, exploring the unknown, and enhancing what already works. Also, this position always pulled double-duty for me and my boyfriend when we were long distance. I have many sexy memories of seeing him again after a long separation and immediately hopping in the shower together to wash off the airplane grime and enjoy a sweet reunion. It's perfectly musky and great for lathering each other up. We often transition to doggy style or cowgirl after that. It's also a nice change of pace from the routine, so usually we'll try it when we're on vacation since no one actually wants to clean their bathtub at home.
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Sex is everywhere — if we're not watching actual sex scenes on TV or in the movies, we're watching celebrities parade down red carpets practically naked. It's not just porn that sets unrealistic expectations for what's sexy anymore, and it can be hard to feel like you measure up when it comes time to get naked IRL. But if you want to keep sex fresh in a long-term relationship or you want to feel more confident in the bedroom, there are plenty of things you can do without going OTT. Just give these tricks a try. People should not have sex without talking about it — lovingly, salaciously, practically, fearlessly — and often.
Especially with the rise of social media, new terms are coined all the time, including in the arena of sexuality. For instance, while the word "cuck" has become an insult hurled by the right-wing trolls, it's related to cuckolding, which can and should be a hot and consensual sexual activity that all involved parties enjoy. If you weren't quite sure of what that particular word's definition is — or you're unclear on terms like felching, docking, or queening, for that matter — I've written a near-comprehensive guide. Additionally, if you're wondering if any given sex act is really a thing, keep in mind the wise words of sex educator Jimanekia Eborn : " Everything is a thing, is basically what I have learned working in sex education.