In a long term relationship it can be easy to forget to romance your partner. For guys it’s a bit easier – the old standard of flowers and chocolates never goes amiss.

Some girls may expect to sit there and be adored but in the age of equality don’t forget that it’s a two-way street. You can’t just expect him to woo you, you have to woo him back.

Here are a few things you can do to show him you care.

Hide things in his pockets

Ok, so this may seem like something a cat would do, but trust us it works.

Next time he’s over, hide a few of his favourite sweets or a little note in his jacket pocket. After he leaves he’ll find it and smile thinking about you.

Make him his favourite food

It’s such a cliché that the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach, but it’s sadly true. It’s a simple way to show someone that you pay attention to what they like, and that you are willing to go to a bit of effort to make them happy.

Hopefully his favourite food isn’t Kobe beef.

Indulge his geeky side

Most guys have something that they have a geeky passion for, be it Dungeons and Dragons or football statistics. Even if it bores you to tears, the fact that your love is passionate about something is enough reason to make an effort.

So next time he starts talking about his level twelve rogue Halfling and how he got a critical miss while rolling for dungeoneering – listen. Ask questions. Surprise him with new dice.

The delight from having both a Warhammer army and a girlfriend will win him over forever.