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Why Doesn't my boyfriend want to have sex with me anymore?

By May 19, 2009 - 9:46am
 
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We've been dating for over a yer now but in the last few months our sex has drastically decreased at first started to go down from at least 1-2 times a day for at least 5 months and then it went down to 1-2 times a week and then to 1-2 times a month and now it's been a month and a half since we've had sex. I've read a few articles about this allready, but none seem to fit my problem exactly. I was worried for a while that it might be me that was the problem and but he told me it wasn't and i know he wouldn't lie to me. I've asked him about it but he says theres nothing wrong. I just don't know what to do anymore. He's only a year older than me and he's suppose to be in hes prime. Is there anything I can do? I Haven't pressured him or anything because I dont want him to do it just to shut me up. I want him to want to. and I'm just not satistied anymore and im not asking for everyday, at this point once or twice a week would be nice. A far as I know there's nothing he's stressed about at work or school, could it be a cobination of the 2? or something else going on that I don't know about? and please keep in mind that im am searching for help and advice and I don't want to hear find a new boyfriend. I love him and im not leaving him, even if it means were not going to have sex anymore. But it's frustration for the time being as I find it a tad odd that I want it more than he does. and I don't really want to talk to any of my friends abotu it because I live in a small town and this is personal and I don't need everyone talking about it. and the last thing I want him to feel is embarassed. I havn't told anyone of my friends but I'm in need of some advice. Any Ideas?

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Anonymous

Ok, so here's my question... My boyfriend and I have great sex, when we have it. It was obviously more common at the beginning of our relationship and became less common as time moved on. Because we have several friends in common i have been told that he brags about our sex life. Now before I go on, I know he's not cheating, I could give a million reasons why, so im going to make it simple and just say him cheating isn't an option. The issue im having is it will be a month tomorrow that we haven't had sex. He says there isn't a reason and leaves it at that. I still look the same, weigh the same, we still do the same activities together, we still have fun together, just no sex now for some reason and im really confused. Here's the crazy part, he still askes to be orally gratified but doesn't seem to care that I have needs too. What's going on??

March 20, 2011 - 11:14pm
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Anonymous

I think men change and wants new variety every now and then, they lose interest not because you gained weight, or etc. It is how it works for men, they are just pigs and dogs.

March 20, 2011 - 7:51pm
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Anonymous

Hi, I live ina small town and my bfriend and I have been together 4 bout 2.5 yrs .We r having a baby in 6 wks and b4 I got preg he was not overly in2 having a huge amount of sex, I most def have a higher sex drive than he does,and find myself masturbating alot,I dont think there is anything wrong with that, Im fit and healthy,not fat and frumpy so there should be no reason that my man isnt attracted to me .I love him so much and we have a fantastic relationship in every other aspect,just not sexually.On average we have sex max once a week, I see this though as a challenge, but when we do have sex he wont go down on me at all and claims not to know how to pleasure me, it tends to be all about him and seems to be over in 10 mins,then he goes and washes himself,puts jocks back on and goes to sleep,every sexual occasion without cuddling,kissing or talking dirty like I ask,he finds it uncomfortable.So I carry on purchasing more sex toys and watching porn for my own satisfaction,what eles am I supposed to do???He thinks I have nothing eles to think about and that I must be bored, and when I ask him if im going to get lucky tonight he always says "yes"and I take pride in being totally hair free down there for him then when we get to bed he doesn't want it at all.Extremely frustrating!!!

March 19, 2011 - 8:36pm
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Anonymous

I have this problem also. I have been with my boyfriend for 5 years and at first our sex life was out of this world. Its just in the last year we hardly ever have sex and if we do im lucky if happends once in 3 or 4 months. I love him with all my heart but i dont know if he loves me anymore. I have tried everything to get him in the mood but nothing happens and i know he is not cheeting on me. I feel so down. Tonight i started to talk to him about how i felt about this problem and he went mad at me. Right now he is sleeping in our bed and im on the sofa crying my heart out and this is where i will be sleeping tonight. Im so sad as all i want is for things to go back to how they were. please help.

March 18, 2011 - 4:27pm
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Anonymous (reply to Anonymous)

I also have this problem ,he seems to think there isn;t a problem at all,his mum left his dad just recently because she was having the same problem,so i'm wondering if it's hereditary?He just seems to be on a totally differant wavelength than me,and hates it when I ask,which is only nomally once a week atm cos he's sick of me asking for it.Ive slept on the couch dozens of times 4 the very same reason.He doesn't like going down on me ,wont please me in any way,wont kiss or cuddle,Ive tryed seducing him in a kinky outfit and it has done NOTHING,sexy underwear always gets a reply with ,how much did they cost me?what a waste of money,thats a carton right there, that I missed out on.Im not fat or overweight and take pride in how I look ,shave every three days down below,love having sex every differant way imaginable,but he is not interested .I would try going down on him but he says stop it or not tonight,we can in the morning,but it never happens.We have a wonderful relationship in every other way , and are like best friends and enjoy so much together,yet sex isn't happening.We don't even fight much,only over this issue!!At my wits end I want him to grab me one day and have his way with me, until he rocks my world!!!Fantasy???Maybe!!!

March 19, 2011 - 8:59pm
(reply to Anonymous)

I know this doesn't sound healthy, but what I finally decided to do is pretend everything is perfect. I woke up and act happy all day long. I don't get upset with him at all. I figured...if he is going to break up with me, I would rather it be based on how I am when Im happy as opposed to the way I act when I'm not.

March 19, 2011 - 5:22pm
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Anonymous (reply to PinkPumps)

strangly enough I do the same thing

March 21, 2011 - 12:16am

Thank you for sharing your letter Dwain!

I try my best to look at all poor relationship moments as training. These bad moments that we work through will either help our relationship be stronger in the long run for having worked through it, or be something to help us in our future relationships. Eventually everyone finds the person that they are meant to be with (or so I like to think (: ) and this training helps us to be the perfect mate for them, and vice versa.

Although I know it hurts when you finally realize that you cannot be with the person you love anymore, the realization itself will never go away and there is no way to fight it. Be strong and make your decision for what is right for you. And even though it will hurt initially, you will be happy and will know that you did the right thing afterward.

Also, I always had this notion that if you stay with someone when you are unhappy it is crueler than breaking up with them. What if during this time that you two are unhappy, the person you are meant to be with comes and goes? Or the person he is meant to be with comes and goes? It is far crueler to deny them the chance to find true love, than to break their heart.

March 17, 2011 - 9:17am
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Anonymous

I really appreciate all your advice. I do understand that hes got other things going on in his life but I'd rather him say this. instead every time I try and talk about it, its me that is making a big deal out of the situation, its like he trys to avoid the subject as much as possible. I think it just simply comes down to the fact I am not as attractive to him as I was 3 years ago. He has also mentioned that I annoy him more and he see's me like that. I myself cant see how I have changed and why I would be so annoying all of a sudden. I think we must just be growing apart. In response to the asking him to go first that doesnt work, its always you do me and i'll do you after, its like he seems to forget the 20 times before that that he's just fallen asleep after hes done.
but again, thanks for all ur comments and input :)

March 17, 2011 - 8:33am
(reply to Anonymous)

Well first congratulate yourself for opening the doors of communication with him. Us guys are not always taught how to communicate on the emotional level and can have a very difficult time doing it.

Next, it is really hard for anyone to offer accurate advise on a situation without seeing the complete picture. Did he say how you were annoying him? Did you ask? Give this situation a break for a day or two then approach it at an appropriate time and find out more information. If he doesn't want to give it to you let him know that you understand it is hard to talk about, but you need to know. This will most likely get emotional for both of you so be prepared. If he cannot answer right away don't press for a quick answer. If you do you will most likely get anger and hurtful comments from him.
Try not to throw this in his face but you as his partner for 3 years know that you are entitled to answers. Don't give him the answers either.. That can be hard not to do. Allow him to discover them himself. If he can't answer give him some time to think about it (a couple of days, make a date and time to continue to conversation).

They say that hind sight is 20/20 and I do believe that, however, no matter what happens with this situation you can definitely take what you have learned form this and apply it to anything in the future. If you ever run into this problem again don't wait 3 years to approach it. If you are with someone and you don't share what your needs and desires are, then try to change after 3 years it might seem to him like you are being annoying.. I know that sounds horrible, but it is only annoying for him because he is used to the way things were. Change is difficult for some but can happen. It just needs to happen gradually. If you try to bend the situation too quickly it can break.

If you approach this situation with clarity and emotional stability(very challenging) and there is no solution available, then you might need to seek the comfort of your close friends and move on.

Good luck and don't forget to keep on loving yourself! <- that sounds cheesy but is necessary

March 17, 2011 - 11:10am
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