Rekindling Romance: Simple Ways to Keep the Spark Alive During Life's Big Changes

Feeling more 'yawn' than 'fawn' in your love life? Discover how to turn life's interruptions into romantic eruptions with these hilariously easy tips!

So, you're in your third trimester, huh? That magical time when your ankles have gone from cutely puffy to resembling a set piece from Jurassic Park. The idea of a romantic night involves more Backstreet Boys and less back pain, and you're whispering sweet nothings like, "Can you please rub my feet?" #SexyTimes, are we right?

Before we dive in, don't forget: it’s totally normal to feel a little less like a seductress and more like a sloth these days. But chin up, darling! With a bit of humor and the right tricks, you can spice things up faster than your last midnight craving. Let's get started!

Call-Out: PJs can be sexy - If you squint and the lights are off!

First thing’s first, let’s get cozy. Now, cozy doesn’t have to mean sloppy. For all you mamas-to-be, dial up the cute factor with maternity leggings that scream “I am woman, hear me roar,” yet feel like you’

re wearing a second skin. Trust us, a little comfort goes a long way in reclaiming your inner goddess!

Now, let’s talk environment. Transform your living space into a romantic haven. Think low lighting, aromatic candles (that don’t trigger the morning sickness), and throw in a few snuggly blankets. Honestly, less ‘house’ and more ‘romance novel cover’ should be your aesthetic.

Call-Out: The best kind of tension is sexual, not the kind that ruins your neck!

Next on our hit parade of saucy suggestions - keep the communication hot! And by hot, we don’t mean, "Did you remember to take out the trash?" More like sending cheeky texts to build anticipation. A little mystery never hurt anyone, darling.

Feeling inspired yet? Take turns planning low-maintenance date nights. This is the art of doing something special without actually having to move around too much. A win-win if you ask us! Whether it’s candlelit takeout dinners or listening to your favorite embarrassing '90s tunes, just keep it fun and chill.

Call-Out: Netflix and chill? More like Netflix and nap... but waking up counts too!

Let’s not forget, when the little one arrives, your home may turn from romantic rendezvous to a playground

of chaos in seconds. Keep the fire burning by embracing the spontaneity! Midnight feeds could be your impromptu time to whisper sweet nothings, or at least to grumble sweet encouragement at each other.

Once you’ve entered the mom-worthy realm of under-eye bags and piles of mini laundry, slip into something more comfortable, like our Mum Tum leggings. Your postpartum body still deserves those romantic vibes, as do you!

Call-Out: The only glow I’m feeling? The one from my phone at 3 AM.

The key to sustaining romance, especially with life's unpredictability, is to remember that at the heart of it all, you’ve chosen a partner who sees you as you are. Whether that's in a bathrobe, mismatched socks or in bed munching on pregnancy cravings - they’re still into you!

Start seeing each challenge as an opportunity to infuse new kinds of intimacy into your relationship. And remember, laughter is, and always will be, the best kind of foreplay.

And so, with a baby on the way, harness this experience to share love and laughter, creating the kind of romance that flourishes under any condition. Keep sparkling, stay fabulous, and remember: nothing says "I love you" like sharing your last piece of chocolate.

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Your partner in whine and cheese, wine and giggles,
Vogue × Cosmo

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