So Iāve been trying ageplay with a partner and I canāt seem to get into a little headspace. I really want to, but I feel like Iām approaching it the wrong way. Iāve been put into diapers and given a pacifier but at that point we both kind of blank on what to do next. Any tips?
This is a tough one! I think everyoneās way of getting into that special mindset is going to be different. Although I donāt really have a desire to get there anymore, when Boy and I used to switch it was very challenging for me to find that space - I think it probably only happened twice ever. Any number of things could affect this - for me, it was in large part because I didnāt feel comfortable being submissive and so Iād just resist any sort of space that felt too ābabyishā; for my boy, it might be because heās too distracted with his adult life, or because I havenāt properly eased him into it.
Here are some of our top tips for getting into little space beyond diaper changes and pacifiers:
Turn off or put away your phone, computer, etc. and have a dedicated space where grown-up life isnāt allowed (it certainly doesnāt need to be elaborate or permanent, just somewhere like your bedroom or a corner of your living room that you decide will be your ālittle zoneā)
Get relaxed. We are all about starting scenes with something relaxing like a bath! Baths are ideal spaces for getting those little feelings flowing - bubble bath, tub crayons, toys, or even just regular soap can help you feel both calm and little. Boy always feels extra little when I take the time to wash him, so I encourage your partner to try this gently as a start to your play. Lotion also works well here - whether on its own or after a bath - have your partner gently rub some baby lotion on you and massage all of your cute lil self!
Questions! Probably my #1 way to get my boy nice and little is to ask him lots of very simple questions: āWhat color is your crayon?ā āWhat kind of animal is that on your onesie?ā āIs Batman a good guy or a bad guy?ā etc. Have your partner gently ask you questions and listen intently as you answer. Then have them ask more! Silly questions too - the sillier the better!
āHelp please!ā is your new favorite phrase. Have your partner help you with even the easiest tasks. No taking off pants without holding Daddyās shoulder, no walking to the kitchen without holding Mommyās hand, no eating without your food being cut up for you, etc. You should get in the habit of asking for help whenever you can when youāre having some little time, so that you can reinforce for both you and your partner that youāre just itty bitty.
Play to your senses. Put on calming or playful music, maybe a favorite kid-friendly TV show or movie. Grab the coziest blanket you can find, extra points if you can find a soft plushie. Have your partner put you into some extra comfy pjs. Maybe have your grownup light a soothing-scented candle or even put a yummy-smelling batch of cookies in the oven. Dim the lights so that youāre feeling extra cozy.
Building on the above - physical touch is key! Cuddles, hair brushing, hand holding - touch your partner and have them gently touch you (assuming everyone consents!) to keep reinforcing that bond. My boy loves when I hold him and run my hands through his hair, or when we trace secret messages on each otherās palms. Itās relaxing, little-ish, and intimate in a way that - at least for us - encourages more of that soothing baby space.
Use your words. I mean this in two ways: one, even if itās silly sounding, try to use little phrases and words, speak in a different manner, use a different tone - it doesnāt need to be babytalk, just something that indicates to both your partner and yourself that youāre little right now. And two - speak up, always tell your partner if something doesnāt feel right about the dynamic as youāre playing, or if thereās something youād like to try or something youād prefer not to do. Donāt feel bad if you guys try something and itās not doing it for one or both of you - just speak up and then move on to the next thing youād like to try!












