Episode 23
Medically Reviewed by Ms. Natalie Mossayebi
How do physiological and psychological changes affect a couple’s sex life? (part 1)
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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 
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 Episode 20
How do hormones affect your sex life?
 How do hormones affect your sex life?
 6 mins 
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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 
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)
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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 our Love, Sex and Parenting Journey, Unii asks how physiological and psychological changes affect the sex lives of new parents.
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      It is normal for a woman to feel a lack of body confidence after giving birth. The physical changes that occur during pregnancy and childbirth can be significant and can take time for a woman's body to adjust.
During pregnancy, a woman's body goes through a lot of changes such as weight gain, stretch marks, and changes in the shape of the breasts and abdomen. After giving birth, a woman's body may also experience changes such as loose skin, abdominal separation (diastasis recti) and changes in the shape of the breasts.
Additionally, the hormonal fluctuations that occur during pregnancy and postpartum can also affect a woman's body image. As a result, many women may feel self-conscious about their bodies and lack confidence.
It's important to remember that these changes are normal and that it takes time for the body to return to its pre-pregnancy state. It's also important to be patient with yourself and not to compare yourself to others or to unrealistic standards.
Body confidence is not just about physical appearance, but also about how you feel about yourself and your abilities. Finding ways to take care of yourself, such as getting enough sleep, eating well, and exercising, can help improve your overall well-being and self-esteem.
If you find that you are struggling with your body image or self-esteem, it may be helpful to speak with a therapist or counselor, who can provide you with strategies to improve your body confidence and self-esteem.