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Five fun apps to improve your sex life
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Need some inspiration between the sheets? We've chosen five apps to help you and your spouse reignite the spark.
- By Kristy MacKaben
Kristy MacKaben is a freelance writer living in Lake Zurich with her husband and two kids.
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Kahnoodle
Free for iPhone, iPad, iPod touch (and soon Android)
Developer: Kahnoodle
Kahnoodle can be an eye opener. I was a bit surprised by my husband's love rankings-especially which particular "love need" he ranked as number one. By understanding the ranking of love needs (quality time, thoughtful acts, spontaneity, verbal praise, sexual intimacy, affectionate touch and gifts), couples can work harder to make each other feel loved and appreciated. The app then encourages users to give "Kudos" to their partners for meeting those love needs. Kahnoodle also provides a mode to share lists, plan date nights and send private messages or pictures.
