In this spicy and refreshingly honest episode of The Doula and The Doc, we’re joined by sexologist Laura Miano to talk about something most people don’t discuss after kids - sex and intimacy.

From hormonal rollercoasters and body image shifts to the sheer exhaustion of parenting, we explore why intimacy can take a hit—and how to start feeling connected again, both physically and emotionally.

We cover:

💞 Hormones, healing, and the new relationship with your body

🧠 The emotional blocks that can get in the way of desire

🗣 How to communicate with your partner when the spark feels more like a flicker

🔥 Practical tips for reigniting connection—without pressure or shame

This is a must-listen for anyone who's ever wondered, "Is it just me?" (Spoiler: it’s definitely not).

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#PostbabyIntimacy

#SexAfterKids

#ParenthoodAndPartnership

#RealTalkRelationships

#BodyConfidenceAfterBirth

#Let’sTalkAboutSex

#HormonesAndHeart

#LauraMiano

#IntimacyMatters

#RelationshipAfterBaby

#PostpartumSex

#EmotionalConnection

#NewParentsNewNormal

#SexAndParenting

#FromExhaustedToConnected

#CouplesAfterKids

#ReigniteIntimacy

#OpenConversations

#YourQuestionsAnswered

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In this powerful and deeply honest episode of The Doula and The Doc, Vanessa and Dr. Joe sit down with Patrice Daglis to unpack her raw and emotional pregnancy and birth journey.

This episode goes beyond one story. Dr. Joe breaks down what fertility specialists and obstetricians look for in high-risk pregnancies, shedding light on the complex decisions that happen behind the scenes. Whether you’re navigating your own fertility journey, supporting a loved one, or simply curious about the realities of birth when things don’t go to plan, this is the episode for you.

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#gynecologist

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#BirthStoriesUnfiltered

#doula

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In this powerful episode of The Doula and The Doc, we’re joined by psychologist Cath Corcoran to explore the messy, beautiful, and often overlooked realities of pregnancy and postpartum. From the emotional toll of assisted reproduction to the identity shifts that come with becoming a parent, we go beyond the glossy Instagram moments and get real about what this journey actually looks like.

We talk about the mental load—not just of new motherhood, but of the entire fertility-to-parenthood journey. For those navigating IVF or assisted reproduction, we discuss the emotional rollercoaster, relationship strain, and why it’s so important that both partners are supported and in good health, mentally and physically.

Topics include:

🧠 Postpartum mental health and unrealistic expectations

💬 Navigating identity changes and the pressure to “bounce back”

🧍🏽‍♀️ Doula strategies for preparing for the postpartum, not just the birth

💔 Raw listener stories that break the silence around postpartum recovery

Whether you’re on the path to parenthood, in the thick of it, or supporting someone who is—this episode is a reminder that it’s not just about the baby. It’s about you, too.

#psychology

#TheDoulaAndTheDoc

#PostpartumRealTalk

#BeyondTheInstagramGlow

#FertilityJourney

#fertility

#fertilityjourney

#IVFReality

#MentalHealthMatters

#ParentingWithoutFilters

#PsychologistSupport

#CathCorcoran

#Matrescence

#PostpartumHealing

#SupportBothParents

#NotJustTheBaby

#doula

#PregnancyToPostpartum

#PerinatalMentalHealth

#RealMotherhoodStories

#fourthtrimester

#FromFertilityToFourthTrimester

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