Things All Women Need to Stop Doing in Bed

From smoking to procrastination, bad habits are hard to quit—especially in the bedroom.  From not communicating to just lying there, the peculiar thing about these nasty, little indulgences is: once you break the cycle, it’s nearly impossible to revert, because your sexy time standards improve much.  Here, we outline 17 practices women should stop incorporating between the sheets if they want to amp up their lay game!

The dreaded dead fish lay—unless you never want to see him again, don’t do it. Just don’t.

If you’re eerily silent in bed, chances are he’s either going to think you’re bored or creepy. Rev up the session with some moans here and there—not only does it turn him on, but it’ll you charge you up as well.

Avoid asking him questions that don’t relate to the activity at hand, such as “How was work?” or “What do you want to watch on Netflix afterward?” It’s a total mood killer, so save the chit-chat for later.

If you don’t know how to rock the boat, don’t attempt to. Otherwise, you’ll just go against the motion of the ocean, which will throw off the entire system that’s been gradually set up.

But to be clear: We are NOT saying to just lay there (see dead fish slide), or let him do all the work (get on top, be fierce!). Just, don’t work against his rhythm if you ain’t got none yourself. Got it?

Quit agreeing to bone when you don’t feel like it. In other words, learn to say no.

Stop faking the big O. You’re only playing yourself with this one, chicas.

Dirty talk: Don’t start it off way too soon, and don’t overdo it. Keep this in mind next time you want to unfurl your tongue for some raunchy fun.

Never. Be. Drunk. No, really. You'll either wind up puking or falling asleep, and neither is a good look.

Don’t be afraid to be vocal about what feels good and what doesn’t. If he’s a keeper or a general good guy, he’ll want to know what arouses you so that he can hit those pleasure points.

Ditch your insecurities over your cellulite, thick thighs, or tiger stripes…

…And work with what you’ve got! FYI: It’s all hot, and so are you!

Foreplay is key to climaxing - don’t compromise its significance because you feel guilty or selfish…

…And don’t forget to make him feel special too. Foreplay is a two-way street, ladies.

Don’t be insecure about your erotic fantasies, and don’t judge his. Unless, of course, they involve murder or something like that—then run!

He shouldn’t always have to initiate it. Let him know you want it, as we’re sure he’ll appreciate the gesture

And don’t expect him to always be ready to go. Whether it’s because he’s tired or boozed it up beforehand - he too will have his off days. It’s normal, so don’t over think it or feel discouraged when he says, “Not right now.”