How Parenthood Ruins Your Sex Life and How to Revive It

In this episode, we discuss how childhood trauma impacts relationship intimacy, with a focus on the challenges faced by couples after having kids. We delve into topics such as intimacy after giving birth, the influence of pornography on intimacy, and the effects of early sexual experiences on adult relationships.  We offer practical advice for new parents on maintaining intimacy and overcoming relationship challenges with the help of inner child work and psychodynamic therapy. This episode serves as a guide for understanding how having kids changes your relationship and provides valuable relationship advice for new parents to ensure a healthy and fulfilling partnership. 00:00 Introduction to Becoming Untriggered 01:09 The Impact of Birth on Intimacy 02:42 Navigating Post-Birth Intimacy Challenges 11:37 The Role of Trauma in Intimate Relationships 22:39 Early Sexual Experiences and Their Effects 26:57 Healing Through Intimacy 29:21 The Role of Pornography in Relationships 33:56 Final Thoughts and Takeaways – Resources mentioned: Lavinia’s Making Peace with Your Past signature holistic healing programme: https://www.laviniabrown.com/making-peace-with-your-past  Andrew’s 1-1 RESET Coaching Programme: https://www.andrewlynn.net/coaching  Book a Deep Dive Relationship Recovery Session: https://calendly.com/d/ck3y-gzt-kbc/3hr-deep-dive-relationship-recovery-session – 📱 Connect with Lavinia: https://www.laviniabrown.com/ https://www.instagram.com/the.innerchild.healing.expert/  https://www.facebook.com/the.innerchild.healing.expert/ https://www.youtube.com/@the.innerchild.healing.expert  📱 Connect with Andrew: https://www.andrewlynn.net/ https://www.instagram.com/life_coach_for_dads/  https://www.tiktok.com/@modern_day_healer  https://www.youtube.com/@traumainformed