INTERVIEW OVERVIEW
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.
TAKEAWAYS
During pregnancy, it is important to cultivate a mindset of self-compassion and awareness as the body and relationship dynamics change.
Open communication and self-regulation are key in navigating physical barriers to intimacy during pregnancy.
Having a baby does not dilute love; it requires personal growth and responsibility in relationships.
Embracing the changing body during pregnancy and postpartum is essential, as it represents the miraculous nature of the female body.
Resources such as online courses and podcasts can provide support and guidance for couples in strengthening their relationships.
WORDS OF WISDOM
Just have a little bit of self-compassion and compassion for yourselves as a couple.
I think where people don't do as well is if they get very focused on how it all affects them as opposed to what is my partner going through.
The way you handle yourself when you're not getting what you want determines the marriage.
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
TALKING POINTS
intimacy, pregnancy, postpartum, self-compassion, communication, self-regulation, body image, relationships
RESOURCES
Body Love by Kelly Leveque
"Your body is not an apology, it is a masterpiece."
Body Love Every Day by Kelly Leveque
"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."
Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife
Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife is an LDS relationship and sexuality coach with a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology. Her teaching and coaching focus on helping LDS individuals and couples create greater connection and passion in their emotional and sexual relationships. In addition to her private practice, Dr. Finlayson-Fife has created five empowering and highly-reviewed online courses. Each course was designed to give LDS individuals and couples the tools requisite to creating healthier lives and stronger intimate relationships. Dr. Finlayson-Fife also offers many workshops and retreats where she teaches these life-changing principles in person. Dr. Finlayson-Fife is a frequent guest on LDS-themed podcasts on the subjects of sexuality, relationships, mental health, and faith. She is also the creator and host of Room for Two, a popular sex and intimacy coaching podcast.
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