Intimacy Postpartum
A 7-week course designed to gently invite moms back to themselves—to reconnect with their bodies, desires, and intimacy at their own pace.
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Introduction
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Week 1 - The Biology of Postpartum
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Hormones
After birth, your body goes through major hormonal shifts that can impact everything from your mood to your energy to your desire for intimacy. In this lesson, we’ll explore what those changes are, how long they may last, and why it’s completely normal to feel out of sync. This is about understanding what’s happening in your body—so you can move through it with clarity, care, and self-compassion.
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Healing
This lesson dives into what real postpartum recovery looks like—beyond the 6-week checkup. From vaginal and C-section healing to pelvic floor changes, scar tissue, and nerve repair, you’ll learn what’s normal, what to expect, and how to care for your body with patience and compassion. Because healing isn’t linear, and you deserve support every step of the way.
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Touched Out & Tired
This lesson explores how exhaustion and constant physical contact can impact your desire and sense of self. You'll learn why it’s normal to feel disconnected—and how to gently support your body, mind, and boundaries as you begin to reconnect.
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Week 1 Wrap Up
This wrap up includes a gentle body-based exercise to help you reconnect, reflective journal prompts to explore your experience, a practical mini toolbox with tips and resources, and a grounding affirmation to carry with you into the week ahead. Think of it as a soft landing place—no pressure, just supportive practice to help you integrate what you’ve learned.
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Week 2 - Busting the Myths
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Sex Myths
In this lesson, we’re breaking down the most common myths about sex after birth—from the pressure to “bounce back” to the belief that pain is just part of the deal. You’ll learn what’s actually true, how to support yourself through it, and why letting go of these outdated messages is a powerful step toward healing and reconnection.
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Motherhood & Sexuality
This lesson explores the tension between motherhood and sexuality—and the outdated cultural messages that tell moms they can’t be both nurturers and sensual beings.
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Week 2 Wrap Up
This week’s wrap up includes two self-reflection exercises, journal prompts, a mini toolbox of support strategies, and a fresh affirmation—designed to help you let go of myths and reclaim your sexuality on your own terms.
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Week 3 - Body Image and Erotic Identity
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Worthy, As You Are
This lesson explores how body image and erotic identity shift after birth—and how to reconnect with your sensuality, strength, and self-worth in the body you’re in today.
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From Functional to Fully Yours
In this lesson, you'll gently explore what it means to reclaim your body after birth—not just as functional, but as your own. With simple, empowering steps, you’ll start reconnecting to your body, your pleasure, and your sense of self.
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Week 3 Wrap Up
This week’s wrap up invites you to gently reconnect with your body through mirror work, journal prompts, and simple tools for building sensual awareness and self-compassion. It’s all about shifting the story—from judgment to appreciation—and remembering that your body is worthy of presence, pleasure, and love, exactly as it is.
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Week 4 - Desire & Reclaiming Your Sexuality
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Desire Explained
This lesson explores how postpartum shifts affect desire—and why that doesn’t mean anything is wrong with you. We’ll dive into the science of how desire works (hint: it’s not all about being “in the mood”) and unpack the Dual Control Model.
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Reconnecting With Your Pleasure
In this lesson, you'll explore low-pressure ways to reconnect with your body and pleasure after baby—without guilt or performance. We’ll shift the focus from sex to sensation, helping you rediscover what feels good, on your terms. It’s a gentle, empowering step toward reclaiming your sexual self.
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Solo Sex
In this lesson, we explore the power of solo pleasure as a pathway to confidence, connection, and rediscovery. You’ll learn how masturbation can help you reconnect with your body, boost desire, improve partnered sex, and release lingering shame. It’s about tuning into what feels good—without pressure, guilt, or apology.
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Tools of The Trade
In this lesson, you'll explore practical tools that can enhance solo pleasure—whether that means using your hands, discovering a new sex toy, or finding the perfect lube. You'll learn about different types of toys, the pros and cons of various lubricants, and how to choose what feels best for your body. This lesson is about options, not obligations—because pleasure is personal, and you're in charge.
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Week 4 Wrap Up
This week’s wrap-up offers encouragement and clarity as you reconnect with your pleasure, rebuild your relationship with desire, and begin to reclaim your sexual self with confidence and compassion. It’s a reminder that your sexuality didn’t disappear—it’s still yours, waiting to be explored in your own time and in your own way.
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Week 5 - Redefining Intimacy
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Beyond Just Sex
In this lesson, you'll explore what intimacy really means—beyond just sex. We’ll break down emotional, physical, and erotic connection, and help you expand your definition of closeness. This is about creating deeper, more satisfying moments of connection with your partner in ways that feel authentic, nurturing, and aligned with where you are right now.
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Connection Without Penetration
In this lesson, we explore how intimacy goes far beyond sex. You’ll learn how affection, touch, presence, and shared connection can deepen closeness with your partner—even when intercourse isn’t on the table. It’s about redefining what intimacy means now, and building a bond that’s tender, playful, and deeply real.
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Easing Back In
In this lesson, you'll explore how to gently return to partnered intimacy in a way that feels empowering—not pressured. We’ll talk about honoring your pace and building connection without performance. Because reclaiming intimacy after baby isn’t about “getting back”—it’s about creating something new that feels safe, honest, and satisfying for you.
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Setting Yourself Up for Success
This week is all about building a lasting foundation for intimacy. You’ll explore how to center pleasure over pressure, why scheduling intimacy can actually boost connection, and how emotional closeness, non-sexual touch, and honest conversations create a sex life that grows with you—not away from you.
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Week 5 Wrap Up
This week’s wrap-up invites you to slow down and reconnect through intentional, non-goal-oriented touch. Through a full-body sensate focus exercise, journaling, and simple tools, you'll explore intimacy in its many forms—building connection, presence, and trust without pressure.
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Week 6 - Communication Without Cringe
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Let's Talk About Sex
In this lesson, you'll explore why communication about sex can feel awkward—especially postpartum—and how to move through that discomfort with confidence and care.
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OK, But How?
In this lesson, you’ll learn how to actually talk about sex—without cringing, shutting down, or starting a fight. We’ll cover why communication is tough (especially postpartum), how to express your needs clearly and kindly, and introduce practical tools like the “3 T’s” and Nonviolent Communication to help make intimacy-talk feel doable and even empowering.
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Communication Challenges
In this lesson, we normalize the communication challenges couples face—especially in the postpartum period—and offer practical tools to move through them with kindness and teamwork. From building confidence to start the conversation, to handling resistance and remembering you’re on the same side, this section helps you strengthen connection without the cringe.
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Week 6 Wrap Up
This week’s wrap-up helps you turn communication insights into action. With guided exercises, reflection prompts, and confidence-building tools, you'll learn how to express your needs, navigate tough conversations, and feel more connected—one honest word at a time.
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Week 7 - When to Get Support
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Calling In Backup
In this lesson, we’ll explore how to recognize when postpartum challenges might need a little extra support. You’ll learn what signs to watch for, who to reach out to—from pelvic floor therapists to sex coaches—and why asking for help isn’t a sign of failure, but a powerful step toward healing.
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Week 7 Wrap Up
This week’s wrap-up offers space for reflection, clarity, and next steps. Through guided check-ins and journaling, you’ll explore what kind of support might serve you right now—whether emotional, physical, or relational. It’s a gentle reminder that seeking help isn’t weakness—it’s strength. You don’t have to do this alone.
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Closing
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Hey! You Did Something Big!
A gentle close to a powerful journey.
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Course Wrap Up
In the final wrap up, you'll take a moment to pause, reflect, and celebrate how far you’ve come. Through guided prompts and a bold affirmation, you’ll integrate what you’ve learned, reconnect with your strength, and step into your next chapter with confidence and clarity.
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