Episode 20
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How do hormones affect your sex life?
Parents
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Relationship
Love, Sex and Parenting
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Episode 1
What does the birthing mama go through and how can you support her? (part 1)
What does the birthing mama go through and how can you support her? (part 1)
4 mins
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Episode 2
What does the birthing mama go through and how can you support her? (part 2)
What does the birthing mama go through and how can you support her? (part 2)
8 mins
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Episode 4
How does stress and sleep deprivation affect your relationship?
How does stress and sleep deprivation affect your relationship?
5 mins
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Episode 3
What does the non-birthing partner go through and how can you support them?
What does the non-birthing partner go through and how can you support them?
6 mins
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Episode 5
How do new parents make decisions as a team?
How do new parents make decisions as a team?
6 mins
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Episode 6
How do new parents value each other’s needs?
How do new parents value each other’s needs?
4 mins
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Episode 7
Why is co-regulation even more important when you’re parents? (part 1)
Why is co-regulation even more important when you’re parents? (part 1)
6 mins
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Episode 8
Why is co-regulation even more important when you’re parents? (part 2)
Why is co-regulation even more important when you’re parents? (part 2)
4 mins
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Episode 9
What is my conflict style and how is it affecting my relationship? (part 1)
What is my conflict style and how is it affecting my relationship? (part 1)
7 mins
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Episode 10
What is my conflict style and how is it affecting my relationship? (part 2)
What is my conflict style and how is it affecting my relationship? (part 2)
7 mins
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Episode 11
Why do we keep arguing about the same things and what can we do about it? (part 1)
Why do we keep arguing about the same things and what can we do about it? (part 1)
6 mins
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Episode 12
Why do we keep arguing about the same things and what can we do about it? (part 2)
Why do we keep arguing about the same things and what can we do about it? (part 2)
6 mins
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Episode 13
How can new parents repair hurt after a fight?
How can new parents repair hurt after a fight?
5 mins
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Episode 14
How do we balance work and family life as a team? (part 1)
How do we balance work and family life as a team? (part 1)
5 mins
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Episode 15
How do we balance work and family life as a team? (part 2)
How do we balance work and family life as a team? (part 2)
5 mins
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Episode 16
Why is appreciation the glue that holds new parents together?
Why is appreciation the glue that holds new parents together?
5 mins
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Episode 17
How do you bring up a problem in your relationship?
How do you bring up a problem in your relationship?
7 mins
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Episode 18
How do you cool down in the midst of conflict with your partner? (part 1)
How do you cool down in the midst of conflict with your partner? (part 1)
5 mins
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Episode 19
How do you cool down in the midst of conflict with your partner? (part 2)
How do you cool down in the midst of conflict with your partner? (part 2)
4 mins
Episode 20
How do hormones affect your sex life?
How do hormones affect your sex life?
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Episode 21
How does the birth experience affect your sex life?
How does the birth experience affect your sex life?
5 mins
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Episode 22
How does fatigue affect your sex life?
How does fatigue affect your sex life?
5 mins
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Episode 23
How do physiological and psychological changes affect a couple’s sex life? (part 1)
How do physiological and psychological changes affect a couple’s sex life? (part 1)
7 mins
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Episode 24
How do physiological and psychological changes affect a couple’s sex life? (part 2)
How do physiological and psychological changes affect a couple’s sex life? (part 2)
5 mins
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Episode 25
How can new parents redefine romance? (part 1)
How can new parents redefine romance? (part 1)
5 mins
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Episode 26
How can new parents redefine romance? (part 2)
How can new parents redefine romance? (part 2)
5 mins
On Unii’s Love, Sex and Parenting Journey, we look at how post-pregnancy hormones affect a couple’s sexual life.
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Related Questions
Becoming a parent can have a significant impact on one's sex life. Some of the factors that may affect it include:
1. Lack of time and energy: Being a parent can be demanding and time-consuming, leaving little energy or time for intimacy.
2. Changes in body image: Pregnancy and childbirth can cause physical changes that can affect one's self-esteem and body image.
3. Stress and anxiety: Being a parent can be stressful, and this stress can affect one's ability to relax and enjoy intimacy.
4. Relationship changes: Having a child can put a strain on a relationship and can lead to changes in the dynamics of the relationship.
5. Hormonal changes: Pregnancy and breastfeeding can cause hormonal changes that can affect sexual desire and function.
6. Sleep deprivation: Being a parent can lead to sleep deprivation, which can affect energy levels and libido.
It is important for couples to communicate openly about their feelings and to make time for intimacy. Seeking counselling or therapy can also be helpful in addressing any issues that may arise.