Couples

Every Rope & Candy guide on couples. All topics

Bisexual and Bi-Curious Couples: Exploring Together

A warm guide for any bisexual couple or bi-curious pair: how to talk about it, where to start, how to meet others and how to keep it kind for everyone.

The Conversations to Have Before You Open Up

The questions to ask before opening a relationship: why you want it, what you each fear, what is off limits and how you will check in afterwards.

How to Bring Up Swinging with Your Wife

How to bring up swinging with your wife: start with honesty and curiosity, pick a calm moment, listen more than you talk and let her set the pace.

How to Talk to Your Husband About Opening Up

How to talk to your husband about opening up: get clear on what you want, pick a calm moment, lead with love and give him time to think.

Keeping Your Relationship Strong While You Explore

Open relationship tips for couples who want exploring to bring them closer: rituals, check-ins, honest pacing and how to protect what you already have.

Planning a Threesome as a Couple: A Respectful Guide

A threesome for couples works best with honest talk first, clear limits, a third person treated as a full equal, safer sex and a kind follow-up afterwards.

Why Couples Love Nights Among Friends

Why open-minded couples love small private nights among friends, what it does for trust at home, and the many ways a couple can enjoy one.