Periods

There seem to be strong feelings among a lot of people regarding sex during menstruation. Although some don't give it a second thought, there are many who still find it strictly taboo. Now maybe it's just a convenient excuse to avoid sex for those who aren't very interested in the first place, or maybe the idea of dealing with a little extra mess is a disincentive - but having sex during a woman's period not only isn't harmful to either partner, there are actually benefits to it.

The contractions of orgasm can help decrease menstrual cramping, there's a reduced risk of pregnancy, and menstrual swelling can sometimes lead to stronger orgasms for women. There's also more lubrication to facilitate intercourse. Plus, it's a chance to be close and reconnect for those who suffer from some rough interpersonal days prior to their period due to PMS.

As for the mess - simply putting a nice thick towel down between you and the sheets keeps you from doing a lot of extra laundry. The towels seem to wash just fine, but if you don't trust it, you can keep a supply of towels around just for that purpose.

Eliminating one week a month from your sex life isn't smart if you're wanting to revive your sex life. Besides - life is short. It would be a shame to miss out on an opportunity for physical closeness with your partner just because of a little period.