9 Things All Couples Should Vs. Shouldn’t Do In The Bathroom Together

When it comes to being in a long-term relationship, there are quite a few ways to bond with your partner, as well as several boundaries you should never cross. And, when you think about it, a lot of them occur at home — especially when it comes to sharing intimate spaces, like the bathroom.

From brushing your teeth together, to being more open about your bathroom habits, that tiled room can serve as the perfect place to talk about boundaries, while also providing a space to feel more comfortable around each other.

Here, a few things experts say you should consider doing together in the bathroom, as well as a few things you may want to talk about first — in order to feel closer together.

1. Do: Brush Your Teeth Together

To start the day in a super couple-y way, try brushing your teeth together before heading off to work. "Brushing teeth together is an act of bonding domesticity, which neither person is likely to have issues with," relationship coach Adrienne Gusoff tells Bustle.

2. Do: Get Ready At The Same Time

While you may want a few moments of private bathroom time in the morning, it can be a fun bonding experience to share the bathroom during other times of the day — such as before heading out on a date.

3. Do: Shower Together

If you're both are into it, showering together can make for some incredible bonding time as well — with a hint of extra intimacy. As Gusoff says, "If a couple is looking for some 'safe' intimate bathroom bonding early in a relationship, taking a shower together is probably the most comfortable place to start."

Again, not something you need to do each and every time you bathe. But what could be more bonding than showering at the same time?

4. Do: Wash Each Other's Hair

Whilst in the shower, consider doing something loving, such as washing each other's hair. It may sound strange, but there's a reason some folks are into it.

5. Do: Share The Cleaning

Stepping away from the grooming for a second, remember that even simple things like cleaning up together can provide important bonding moments.

Don't

6. Don't: Be Super Open About Personal Grooming

While it's up to you and your partner to figure out what feels comfortable, some experts say couples should try to tread lightly when it comes to being too open about your grooming routine.

"Many couples do everything together in the bathroom, including taking care of their business while the other is brushing their teeth or washing up," Pailet says. "One person’s boundary is another person’s comfort or even turn on."

7. Don't: Open The Door Without Knocking First

Sure, you may feel comfortable around each other. And you may be inclined to burst into the bathroom, without knocking first. But, as Gussof says, "the most important issue is that each person respect the other’s boundaries."

Certain lines may be crossed as the years go on, especially as you become even more comfortable with each other. But it's always a good idea to allow each other some privacy.

8. Don't: Pee With The Door Open If It's Not Something You've Discussed

While every couple is different, it's never a good idea to assume something's OK without asking first. And going to the bathroom in front of them may be at the top of that list.

9. Don't: Invade Their Space

While sharing the bathroom can provide sweet bonding moments, it is important to know when to give each other space — such as during your nightly grooming routines.