Conversations with Dr. Jennifer Embracing Change: Intimacy During Pregnancy and Postpartum
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Nov 13, 2024 
Jennifer Finlayson-Fife, an LDS relationship and sexuality coach with a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology, joins the discussion on intimacy during pregnancy and postpartum. She highlights how emotional and physical changes can strain connections but emphasizes that self-regulation and compassion can bridge gaps. Key topics include transforming resentment into empowerment, embracing body changes, and the importance of self-acceptance. Dr. Finlayson-Fife offers insights on harnessing intimacy and nurturing support during this transformative journey of parenthood.
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Self-Compassion During Pregnancy
- Have compassion and awareness that changes during pregnancy are normal.
- Understand that being thrown off by these changes is normal and expected.
Navigating Physical Barriers to Intimacy
- Practice self-regulation and avoid taking your partner's reactions personally.
- Communicate your feelings with compassion and understanding.
Expanding Love, Not Diluting It
- Having a baby transitions the relationship dynamic, not necessarily dilutes love.
- Reactivity to the changes, not the changes themselves, affects the relationship negatively.