Naturally, you do not yet know what your new partner likes and what touches are particularly exciting. So relax and use the advice shared by blog author TheLonelySerb, Natasha Ivanovic.

1. Don't rush

To build a connection with a partner, you do not have to jump right into sex. Yes, it is an important part of relationships, but there is no urgent need to engage in it right at the beginning. Sex can strengthen the bond, but it must also arise through communication and other forms of intimacy.

There is no single rule that tells you when it’s time to move to intimacy in new relationships. Friends may advise one thing, parents — another. Therefore, the most important thing is to discuss the situation with your partner.

Yes, yes, this is a separate reason for awkwardness, but if you can’t talk about sex, should you really be doing it at all? The question may seem old-fashioned, but if you are not comfortable enough with each other to discuss this topic, then it’s better to postpone the intimacy as well.

2. Discuss how long you are willing to wait

There are various options: wait a couple of dates, a few months, or even postpone sex until marriage. You know what is more convenient for you, however, your preferences may differ from your partner's views. So this is another reason to discuss the situation together.

3. Talk about contraception

No one wants to get a dangerous infection or accidentally become pregnant, so make sure to address this issue before having sex. Choose contraceptive methods that work for both of you.

4. Share what you like

If you don't express your tastes, your partner won't know them. Share if you have any fetishes or special preferences. There is nothing strange or shameful about this: different things excite everyone. So talk about them.

5. Don’t neglect foreplay

Yes, you want to jump right into penetration, but don’t rush. Take your time with foreplay: kissing, hugging, oral sex, getting to know your partner's body.

If you hurry, you'll miss the chance to truly excite yourself and the other person. And sex is particularly good when you are both on the same wavelength. Plus, this will also help to understand what your partner likes.

6. Remember that everything cannot be mind-blowing from the start

This is a very important point. Even if there’s amazing chemistry between you, it does not guarantee that sex will be good right away. And if you don't talk about what you don’t like, it won’t get any better. Don't be afraid to admit such things, otherwise, your partner may not guess what to do to make you feel better.

7. Put the Kama Sutra on hold for another time

Of course, you want to show your skills, but there’s no need to do it right away. Save the interesting positions for next time — you will still have time for experiments. For now, perfect the basic moves. Plus, if you try everything at once, it will be harder to diversify sex later on.

8. Praise your partner for what you enjoyed

It will take some time before each of you understands what the other enjoys. Usually, at the beginning, everyone feels shy and leaves the other person's actions without comments. But this is not a very good approach. To ensure that your partner understands what you liked, praise them at the right time.

9. Accept awkward moments

Sex cannot be smooth and elegant and go like clockwork. We are all human, so different awkward moments are inevitable. Laugh at them and move on.