Many couples go to the movies or dinner for date night, but instead, change it up a bit by spending the entire date in bed. I'm not the type of person who likes staying in bed if it doesn't involve sleeping or sex, but it really was a fantastic experience. It can help both of you reconnect as a couple and have private intimate time together without anyone else around. Whether you're having sex or engaging in some friendly competition, there are a variety of things you can do while you're spending your date in bed.
Change the linens
It might sound stupid to change the linens for date night, but it can add to making the night even more special. Go out and buy nice linens if you have to and put out an extra fluffy comforter; use them whenever you want to have another date night.
Have sex
Sex is pretty much a given, but use date night to spice things up a bit from your usual routine. Try positions both of you have been wanting to try for awhile or put on new lingerie. Incorporate something different and exciting.
Order take out
The last thing you should do on your date night in bed is get out of it to cook over a stove. Splurge a bit and order take out. You can order your favorite food, but an even better option is to order something you've never had before and try something new. Order six pints of Chinese food you've never had, try a cuisine you've never had or order from that new restaurant down the block. You may hate the idea of eating in bed, but you could always just let that rule go for your date night.
Give each other massages
Pick out massage oils and give each other massages while you're having your date night in bed. Do it either before sex if you think it will turn you on or right before you're ready for sleep if you want to go to bed completely relaxed.
Play video games
I don't like the idea of having a TV in the bedroom, but you can always bring a small one in from another room just for date night. If you're not as big a fan of video games as he is, he'll appreciate the gesture. Besides, playing video games incorporates a little friendly competition and play, which can certainly add to the sexual tension.
Watch movies
Lay down together, curl up under the blankets and watch a few movies. Watch your favorite movies or something both of you have never seen before. It'll give you a chance to tune the world out for awhile.
While you're having your date night in bed, leave your phone in the other room, stay off the computer, and don't answer the door unless it's to get the takeout; just focus on each other. In a world with so many constant distractions, it's nice to have a break once in awhile.
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