How to Enhance Intimacy: Sex Toys for Every Relationship Stage

The Role of Sex Toys in Enhancing Intimacy

It’s no secret intimacy plays a massive role in every relationship, and most of us want to know how to keep the spark alive throughout all the stages. It’s pretty easy to get hot and bothered in the honeymoon phase, but what about those of us who are years down the line, comfortable and well-established in our relationships? The fact is, enhancing your intimate life looks different depending on where you are in your journey. Whether you’re a new couple, deep into your first year, or in a long-term relationship, adding different kinds of couples’ sex toys can strengthen your connection and open up new levels of pleasure. 

For New Couples: Build a Foundation with Fun and Lighthearted Toys

In the early stages, it’s all about exploration, learning your lover’s body and creating a sense of safety and level of comfort with one another. During this phase, it’s a great idea to focus on playful, beginner-friendly sex toys. They can add tons of excitement without overwhelming you.

One of our most unique, delightful couples’ toys is the Starship Flipper! With it, you’ll experience two tongues vibrating together, alongside a harder, longer lasting erection. The Flipper is just what you need for toe-curling orgasms every single time you hook up. The super-stretchy penis ring fits snugly, and even has added textures to thrill the penetrator.

For Established Couples: Exploring Deeper Pleasure and Connection

If you’re already comfortable with each other, you might be ready for toys that add a bit more intensity and excitement to your bedroom routine. Stronger vibrations or dual-stimulation toys can take your experiences to a new level.

Did you know a wand can be a perfect toy to use together? Starship’s Super Nova can tantalize every single area of your body. It’s a great choice for couples who are more familiar with one another and trying to find new ways to delight each other. Let your partner lie back as you use your magical wand to discover new erogenous zones neither of you were aware of, or have them watch while you pleasure yourself! The possibilities are endless.

From CalExotics, Her Royal Harness Me2 Remote Rumbler is crafted to crank mutual satisfaction up to 100. The ultra-powerful dual motor strap-on is sure to send you spiraling towards ecstasy. It’s perfect for couples who both have vulvas, or those of you who are into pegging! An easy-touch remote control makes cycling through the orgasmic options a breeze, even when you’re lost in the moment. The curved shaft, tickler base, and two powerful vibration motors create a pleasure paradise for two with every use. You can even take it for a dip and embrace powerful vibrations in the bath, shower, or hot tub!

For Long-Term Couples: Reignite the Spark with High-Intensity Toys

For many of us, the most difficult stage of a relationship for intimacy is once you hit long-term. You’ve been together for years, have had sex more times than you can possibly count, and things start to feel a bit routine. If you’re in an LTR, you may find adding new, high-intensity toys helps bring back the initial excitement you had in the honeymoon phase. Look for powerful, innovative toys designed to add adventure to your normal schedule.

The Ultra Bullet from FemmeFunn is powerful and compact, making it ideal for adding a thrill to your relationship even when you’re short on time due to the demands of a busy life. It’s a wonderful choice for couples looking to reignite passion and bring in a new level of intensity. Because it’s so small, it’s perfect to toss into your bag or keep in the bedside drawer, so you have something on hand when the moment strikes. You can try using the Ultra Bullet in new locations or incorporating it into different types of play and positions to keep things fresh and engaging.

Tips for Introducing Toys at Any Stage of Your Relationship

If you’ve never used toys as a couple, it can be a bit intimidating to bring them up, no matter what stage of the relationship you’re in. Our mantra is always this: toys are partners in pleasure, not competition. Neither of you should feel like you’ll have to “compete” with the toys you use together. Instead, think of them as a way to enhance pleasure and strengthen your bond.

Start off easy. Sit your lover down in a neutral space, outside of an intimate setting. This will help keep the vibe casual and take away any pressure. Tell them how much you enjoy your relationship, what they mean to you and how great they are at pleasuring you. Then let them know you’ve been looking into ways to make one another feel even better, and you’re very interested in trying out some couples’ sex toys. Give them the space to let you know how they’re feeling, and ask them if there are any toys they’re interested in. 

The two of you can even have a lighthearted date night by visiting the adult store together. Have fun looking at the toys and reading their product descriptions, and take this opportunity to talk to the sales person. They’re likely to have amazing recommendations custom-fit to your exact relationship.

No matter what kind of adult products you decide to try, know that you’re embarking on a journey of exciting new pleasures and your sex life could be better than you ever dreamed. 

Embrace Intimacy Together with Starship’s Products

Regardless of your relationship status, Starship has the perfect toys to bring you closer together and enhance intimacy. From playful vibes to intense stimulators, the right toy can make every stage more exciting.