This Practice from BDSM Should Be Part of Everyone’s Sex Lives — No Matter How You Play!
“In the simplest form, aftercare is showing kindness and care to your lover. This is especially important when there has been power exchange, physical/impact play and other heavy scene play. Aftercare, taking place after the sexual play has ended, helps a person return to their normal baseline of breathing, heart rate and mental space. It can involve anything such as having a glass of water, back rubs, extra cuddles, being left alone for a while or even a shower. Some aftercare may be more complicated and involved and for some people it may look totally detached from the experience. Aftercare is an experience meant to soothe and connect when sensual or sexual play takes place — and aftercare is absolutely something that should take place alongside every sexual encounter.”
