The Best Birth Podcast Episode 49 - The Birds and the Bees with Sex Educator Carlie Palmer-Webb
INTERVIEW OVERVIEW
Faith and Sexuality: Navigating Relationships and Motherhood The podcast episode features Carlie Palmer-Webb, a sex educator and founder of the Christian Sex Educator Platform, who discusses how to embrace sexual intimacy as a gift from God, free from shame and misinformation. Topics covered include the changes in sexual health associated with pregnancy and postpartum, misconceptions about pain during sex, and the importance of pelvic floor therapy. Webb emphasizes fostering emotional connectivity, even if sexual intimacy changes during parenthood.
TAKEAWAYS
The episode also addresses the importance of comprehensive sex education starting at a young age and providing the right anatomical knowledge to combat shame and misinformation. The conversation underscores the value of obtaining a healthy understanding of sexuality for promoting future healthy relationships. Various resources and books are recommended for both adults and youth, aiming to provide a comprehensive view of sexual education and relationship building.
CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction to Carlie Palmer-Webb
01:59 Carlie's Journey to Becoming a Sex Educator
03:41 Common Misconceptions About Sex During Pregnancy
09:50 Rebuilding Intimacy Postpartum
16:16 Maintaining Personal Values and Desires
23:11 Educating Children About Healthy Sexuality
29:03 Recommended Resources and Final Thoughts
RESOURCES
Come As You Are
The Great Sex Rescue
Satisfaction Guaranteed
Smithsonian Body Encyclopedia
Good Pictures, Bad Pictures Jr.
I Said No
Carlie Palmer-Webb
Carlie Palmer-Webb is a Christian sex educator and founder of The Christian Sex Educator platform, where she provides faith-based, research-backed guidance on healthy sexuality and relationships. With a background in marriage and family studies, Carlie empowers individuals and couples to embrace sexual intimacy as a gift from God, free from shame and misinformation. Through her courses, social media presence, and speaking engagements, she helps bridge the gap between faith and sexual health, particularly within Christian communities.