Manage episode 513405000 series 3501430
We get honest about why libido can crash during perimenopause and menopause and how to rebuild desire with compassion, practical tools, and faith. We share medical options, daily habits, and connection rituals that make intimacy feel safe and joyful again.
• estrogen decline, tissue changes and dryness as drivers of pain and avoidance
• testosterone and progesterone shifts reducing desire and calm
• sleep loss, hot flashes and stress as libido killers
• normalising data from North American Menopause Society
• medical support including bioidentical options and local therapies
• using lubricants and moisturisers without shame
• pelvic floor work and movement to increase blood flow
• stress management, whole foods and better sleep habits
• bringing partners to appointments to align understanding
• love languages, low-pressure touch and rebuilding safety
• integrating faith, prayer and positive scripture for confidence
• practical steps to regain confidence and body image
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Chapters
1. Naming The Libido Drop (00:00:00)
2. Why Hormones Change Everything (00:02:58)
3. The Stats Behind Low Desire (00:04:58)
4. Medical Options And Support (00:06:02)
5. Practical Tools: Lube To Pelvic Floor (00:08:43)
6. Stress, Food, And Daily Habits (00:10:15)
7. Rebuilding Connection And Love Languages (00:12:02)
8. Faith, Prayer, And Intimacy (00:14:24)
9. Confidence, Body Image, And Action (00:17:10)
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