Knowledge is power. If you want to better understand yourself and your sex life, especially midlife or amid hormonal changes, this is the episode for you.
Welcome to episode #2 of Touchy Feely, where we dive into the modern sex education we didn't get growing up. I'm Lauren, your host and the founder of sexual wellness company BerryLemon, where we believe vibrators are tools, not toys.
Our guest today Dr. Sonia Wright—a physician turned midlife sex coach—dives deep into the importance of owning one's pleasure and understanding the nature of libido, desire, and arousal.
She addresses common misconceptions about libido, demystifies the role of hormones and physical changes in women's sex lives, and highlights the significance of communication and self-exploration. Dr. Sonia also touches on the impact of societal expectations, sexual shame, and the importance of advocating for oneself in healthcare.
Through her blend of medical expertise and compassion, she addresses how physical changes throughout life stages, from childbirth to menopause, can impact libido and the common misconceptions about women's sexual pleasure.
Tune in to learn more about sexual health at various life stages and how women can reclaim their pleasure.
00:00 Introduction to Dr. Sonia Wright
01:24 Dr. Sonia's Personal Journey
04:04 Understanding Libido and Arousal
07:27 The Reality of Women's Sexual Experiences
13:04 Navigating Physical Changes and Pleasure
17:47 Listener Question: Addressing Painful Intercourse
24:14 Embracing Change and Self-Love
24:39 Navigating Intimacy in Menopause
