275. NFP Gets Wild and Soapy: Navigating Menopause as Catholics

Topics Covered on Episode 275:- The challenges of intimacy in marriage during menopause- Parenting and the chaos of family life- The importance of physical touch and love languages for NFP Catholics- Navigating the complexities of modern Catholic parenting00:01:30 - Shower Time with Kids Around00:06:30 - Motherhood and Changing Love Languages00:08:30 - Intimacy and Communication00:10:30 - Desire and Physical Touch00:18:30 - Emotional Vulnerability00:21:30 - Contraception and Catholic Fertility00:25:30 - Menopause and Family Planning00:30:30 - Pain vs. Discomfort in Marriage00:33:30 - Thoughts on Family Size00:37:30 - Confession and Spiritual LifeIf you’d like to reach us, please use our LinkTree https://linktr.ee/unchartedcatholicman or just send us an email [email protected] back to another episode of our podcast! Join Craig and Jonah as they dive into the ups and downs of married life, parenting, and the complexities of intimacy. In this episode, they share their experiences of navigating the challenges of abstinence, the joys of showering together, and the humorous side of parenting with young kids.They also tackle some thought-provoking topics, including the recent controversial language changes regarding motherhood and the implications of modern parenting. With a mix of humor and honesty, Craig and Jonah discuss the importance of physical touch, love languages, and the struggles of maintaining intimacy amidst the chaos of family life.Tune in for a candid conversation that touches on everything from the realities of perimenopause to the challenges of communication in marriage. Whether you're a parent or just curious about the dynamics of relationships, this episode is sure to resonate!Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more episodes! Share your thoughts in the comments below—how do you navigate intimacy and communication in your relationship?Thanks for listening, and until next time, take care!Timestamps:00:00:30 - Introduction and Setup00:01:30 - Shower Time with Kids Around00:06:30 - Motherhood and Language Changes00:08:30 - Intimacy and Communication00:10:30 - Desire and Physical Touch00:12:30 - Love Languages00:15:30 - Acknowledgment and Connection00:18:30 - Emotional Vulnerability00:21:30 - Contraception and Fertility00:25:30 - Menopause and Family Planning00:30:30 - Pain vs. Discomfort in Marriage00:33:30 - Final Thoughts on Family Size00:37:30 - Confession and Spiritual LifeChristopher WestCatholicmenopauseperimenopauselove languagesphysical touchwords of affirmation