26 | The Catholic Church wants you to have a GREAT SEX LIFE!!! (In marriage!) with Ellen Holloway of Charting Toward Intimacy

In this episode of the Open to Life podcast, Ellen Holloway discusses her journey into Catholic sex and intimacy education, emphasizing the importance of understanding female anatomy and pleasure. She shares her personal experiences with sex and intimacy, the transition from natural family planning (NFP) to intimacy coaching, and the significance of church teachings in guiding couples towards fulfilling relationships. Ellen also explores the connection between sex and spirituality, the practical applications of Theology of the Body, and offers advice for young mothers and couples navigating their intimacy. The conversation concludes with a reflection on the role of rules in relationships and how they can enhance the experience of love and intimacy.Connect with Ellen: https://vinesinfullbloom.com/Support the podcast:Learn menstrual cycle, period, and fertility education for Catholics of all ages and stages at ⁠Pearl and Thistle⁠Get 15% OFF the ⁠TempDrop⁠ with my code AFOPENTOLIFEFind healing after a traumatic birth in ⁠The Dwelling Place⁠. Learn more at ⁠Loretto Wellness⁠. Immerse Yourself In All Things Pregnancy, Home Birth, and Postpartum from a Natural Christian Perspective through ⁠Embrace Birth Journey⁠Radical Birth Education: How To Have a Natural Birth — Self Paced Program. Use code MELANIE7116 for 5% OFFBuild a ⁠toxin-free baby registry⁠My favorite travel credit cardKeywords:Catholic, sex education, intimacy, NFP, female anatomy, church teachings, Theology of the Body, marriage, spirituality, relationships