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How old were you when you stopped having sex.

575 replies

whatisforteamum · 30/08/2024 08:51

I'm 57 and realised that I barely ever have sex now
Relationship issues and dh has had ED since a heart attack does have Viagra though.
I don't have much drive really tbh.
How old where you when you stopped having sex?

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Teddybear23 · 31/08/2024 18:41

About 56-57

JoJothegerbil · 31/08/2024 18:41

I'm 52, still doing it but only to please DH. I had a surgical menopause at 48 thanks cancer so my libido is non existent. I'd be quite happy not to have to do it again quite honestly.

BlueFlowers5 · 31/08/2024 18:42

Aged 44. 21 years basically. Happy and at peace with my life.
Would prefer to be back working than have a relationship.

Jakelbe · 31/08/2024 18:44

Me and DH turned 70 this year, still enjoying regular sex.

Mikey87 · 31/08/2024 18:45

Getonwitit · 30/08/2024 11:17

Love my DH so much but can't be bothered having sex and neither can he. We have a fantastic relationship and just don't need to have sex, last time was about 5 years ago when i was 50 and he was 55.

Are you sure he feels the same way?

DoveOfPiss · 31/08/2024 18:57
  1. Split up with long distance bf after 5 years of every other weekend/ 3 weeks of seeing each other. Prior to that was 3 years between ex leaving and hooking up with long distancer.

I have no interest in it any more and with 3 children still at home and all I do is work (in a female dominated environment) or I'm at home, not much opportunity to meet anyone.

Britinme · 31/08/2024 18:59

68 - DH lost interest/struggled with ability once he turned 75. I miss it.

Clumsy12345 · 31/08/2024 19:00

28

Christmas202 · 31/08/2024 19:07

23, my husband won’t touch me. It’s been 6 years and 8 months since we had any physical contact.

fetchacloth · 31/08/2024 19:12

Early 50s, the menopause destroyed my libido and by then my partner had ED issues which he didn't want to pursue with his GP.
I'm now 60 and widowed so I think that's my lot really.😞

Gloriia · 31/08/2024 19:12

SirChenjins · 31/08/2024 18:06

Exactly. If you want it, great - if you don’t want it, also great. Each to their own.

Not wanting it doesn’t mean he’s obviously a rubbish shag, or he’s going to run off with someone else, or you need to take HRT, or you’re sad, etc etc.

Yes but both partners must agree surely. If one constantly rejects the other physically can you seriously not see how damaging that is to a relationship?

Gloriia · 31/08/2024 19:14

Christmas202 · 31/08/2024 19:07

23, my husband won’t touch me. It’s been 6 years and 8 months since we had any physical contact.

Oh you're far too young to live like this. What are his reasons?

fetchacloth · 31/08/2024 19:15

Christmas202 · 31/08/2024 19:07

23, my husband won’t touch me. It’s been 6 years and 8 months since we had any physical contact.

That's so sad @Christmas202 has he discussed the reason why with you?
Did you have plans for having children?

MathsandStats · 31/08/2024 19:17

Late 50s, had sex two days ago. Still both really enjoy it. But we’ve been through periods without as we’ve got older, me with intermittent bleeding that needed checking and him after an operation. I’m really encouraged by people in their 70s on here saying they’re still doing it because I really want to keep going!
having said that I can see why some people don’t as they get older and I think that’s fine too as long as both of you are happy.

LizzieSiddal · 31/08/2024 19:18

Great thread!

Im 58, libido is much less than before the menopause but we still have sex around 2x a month, much more if we’re on holiday!
Still very much in love and cuddle on the sofa, hold hands etc every day.
It’s good to hear others in a similar situation as some people like to suggest that unless you’re at it 3x a week, you’re relationship is doomed!

Outliers · 31/08/2024 19:19

Depressing thread I must say.

Guess this is a sign to enjoy while I can. May have a go tonight. Currently 5weeks postpartum so still achey.

supersop60 · 31/08/2024 19:24
  1. I'm 64 now. My DP had an emotional affair and I could never be sure where his head was at when we had sex. One day he said to me 'aren't you enjoying this AT ALL?' and that was the last time. I don't miss it with him, but I miss the intimacy and closeness.
LilacCadillac · 31/08/2024 19:24

fufulina · 31/08/2024 18:20

I’d argue this thread is confirming that the majority of older couples stop having sex. And that is perfectly normal - and often sex is not missed.

I'd argue that you're not very good at logic or maths then.
This thread title is aimed specifically at people who have stopped having sex and still almost 50% are saying that they're happy shaggers.

If you asked a neutral question I'd be willing to bet at least 2/3 of those who have a partner are having regular sex

Misty333 · 31/08/2024 19:25

Today, 61 and 2-3 times a week been together 42 years.

greylamsnert · 31/08/2024 19:26

About 40. Had a gynae cancer with extensive treatment and multiple operations. I don't have the equipment to ever have sex again. Also surgical menopause at young age. Weirdly I don't think about sex ever. No drive at all. Luckily DH is just happy I'm not dead (which was the alternative).

No one knows what's round the corner.

Ilovebrowniesalways · 31/08/2024 19:28

I'm 67 and wife 71.We try for 3 times a week.We are aiming to be active into our 90s health allowing

Gingernan · 31/08/2024 19:28

I don't see my partner very often, long distance, but still an important activity to us,I'm 75. Was celibate for many years after I was widowed at 44.

Itsnotabigdeal · 31/08/2024 19:30

24 or 25. I’m late 40s now, married for well over 20 years. Have only have sex about a dozen times in my life. It’s painful, and is often impossible. Been to a couple of doctors and been laughed at and told to go away, so have given up.

Idontcareboutthestateofmyhair · 31/08/2024 19:43

51, still having much wanted sex. In peri (still!) so not always rampant but I fancy my partner sooo much and that helps I think. If I was withy ex of 20 years I would be celibate.

Jessica3075 · 31/08/2024 19:44

TravelInsuranceQ · 30/08/2024 13:19

I stopped enjoying sex at about 52 when the menopause started.
I stopped having sex at about 54 when it got worse and I just couldn't face it any more as it was so painful.
I started having sex again at 61 when I met a wonderful man and don't intend to stop again for years 😍
(note - oestrogen, progesterone and testosterone may also be helping but it's mainly the new man, he's amazing!)

I love this!!

I’m 61. Divorced. My ex was abusive. We divorced 3yrs ago. I’d like to meet someone but cannot EVER imagine it happening.

You give me hope.

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