My Girlfriend's Ex Was a Tyrant About One Thing in Bed. Now I'm Paying the Price.
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Her ex criticized her body hair and influenced her grooming habits. She became more concerned about being hairless during and after that relationship. She now avoids sexual encounters unless she is fully shaved and groomed, which blocks spontaneous intimacy. Her current partner does not care about body hair and remains attracted regardless of grooming. The partner should explore why she cares now to learn whether change is possible and to determine what reassurance she needs. Reassurance should emphasize attraction to her natural body while avoiding pressure or detailed comparisons to the ex. Gentle communication and support are advised.
My girlfriend's ex was judgmental and weird, specifically about one part of her body. He was against her body hair. She's said that she didn't care much about it until they dated, and now she cares a lot. We've been together for an entire year, and she still doesn't want to have sex unless she's shaved and plucked and everything is just right. I don't care about that.
Has your girlfriend said anything else about the subject? If you have some further insight into why she cares now, that'll let you know whether this is something she's flexible on at this time and where she might need further reassurance. Focus your reassurance on how attractive you find her, no matter whether she's bare, stubbly, or bushy. If it seems like the right moment to say that you find everything from completely smooth to counterculture bush and armpit hair, go for it,
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