This is how we do it: ‘As we’re newlyweds there’s a pressure to always be at it. We’ve even had sex in a train toilet’
Maddy feels insecure if Luke isn’t in the mood, while he worries that he doesn’t measure up to her exes. But ultimately, their marriage has given the couple new freedom
TL;DR
- The couple met at university, with one partner having a stronger faith and being older.
- Initial interactions were limited, but they remained friends, with one partner sharing details of casual sex which deterred the other.
- One partner experienced regret over promiscuity and reconnected with their faith, deciding to wait for a committed relationship.
- They reconnected years later, leading to a weekend together and moving in shortly after.
- Attempting to abstain from sex before marriage failed.
- Newlywed pressure and differing sex drives lead to insecurities for both partners.
- Marriage has brought a sense of freedom and satisfaction to their sex life, allowing them to explore without guilt.
- Both partners acknowledge insecurities stemming from each other's past sexual experiences.
- One partner, who previously considered celibacy, finds their sex life with their spouse passionate and emotional.