It’s been a long time since we could celebrate an anniversary in a restaurant with our loved ones. Whether it’s a birthday or special anniversary, there is always a way to keep the relationship alive while the outside world remains on pause. It is essential to acknowledge these moments and spend quality time with your partner.
Lockdown has impacted relationships across the globe, particularly romantic ones. In fact, divorce lawyers are forecasting a spike in divorce applications for later this year. To keep the romance and intimacy alive in your relationship, get creative and set up an at-home date night.
Unfortunately, many of us feel guilty for not making the most of this time at home with our partner. However, prolonged periods of stress and anxiety actually have a biological impact on our libido and dampen our sex drive. It’s normal to feel exhausted and frustrated in these strange times – your partner is probably feeling the same way.
Remember to check in with each other and discuss how you can make the other person’s life a little easier. Find a structure and routine, especially if you have children, and always make time to be alone.
You also need to prioritise quality time with your partner. Here are some activities and ideas you can do to celebrate your relationship milestone at home!
Go camping in the back garden
Getting outside is good for the mind, body and soul. Set up a firepit, toast some s-mores and reflect on your relationship thus far. You could even pitch a tent and snuggle into a double sleeping bag together for some intimate time together. If the weather turns cold, you can always run back inside the house as you’re only in the back yard!
At-home cinema
Cosy activities are easy to do at home, and what’s more romantic than dinner and a movie? Snuggle up on the sofa, get a giant bucket of popcorn and watch a film you haven’t seen before. You could even invest in a projector and speaker system to really make it feel like a cinema date.
Dress up for your date in a luxurious women’s skirt paired with your favourite pair of heels.
Shake it up!
If you and your partner met at a bar, why not participate in a virtual cocktail making course? It’s a cute nod to how you first met and a great activity to keep you entertained. You can get an affordable at-home bar set and liqueur collection without breaking the bank.