25 - Nurturing Connection: Sex and Intimacy Through the Trimesters with Relationship and Sexuality Coach Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife

The Best Birth Podcast

Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife, a relationship and sexuality coach, discusses intimacy during pregnancy and postpartum. She emphasizes the importance of self-compassion and awareness during the transitional period of pregnancy. Dr. Finlayson-Fife advises couples to have open communication and self-regulation when physical barriers arise. She also addresses the misconception that having a baby dilutes love and highlights the need for personal growth and responsibility in relationships. Dr. Finlayson-Fife encourages women to embrace their changing bodies during pregnancy and postpartum, emphasizing the miraculous nature of the female body. She provides insights on dealing with body image issues and offers resources for couples to strengthen their relationships.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction and Background of Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife
02:57 Navigating Physical Barriers to Intimacy
07:30 Dispelling the Myth of Diluted Love
25:12 Resources for Strengthening Relationships
29:18 Conclusion and Closing Remarks

RESOURCES
Body Love by Kelly Leveque
BOOK QUOTE - "Your body is not an apology, it is a masterpiece."
Body Love Every Day
"In a world where you're constantly being told what you should look like, how you should eat, and who you should be, the most radical act is to love yourself unconditionally."