308 | Why Trauma After Abortion Can Affect Intimacy in Marriage (Even Years Later)

Do you find yourself struggling with intimacy in your marriage—even though your abortion happened years ago? Maybe you're married now, you love your husband, and you want a healthy relationship, but something still feels difficult. Perhaps you feel disconnected, anxious, ashamed, or even avoid intimacy altogether. What many women don't realize is that abortion trauma can impact far more than their emotions. Trauma affects the mind, body, and spirit. Because sex was connected to the experience that led to your abortion, your brain and body may still be carrying wounds that haven't fully healed. In today's episode, we're having an honest conversation about the connection between abortion trauma and intimacy in marriage. I'll share some of my own story, how purity culture and abortion trauma affected my relationship with my husband, and practical steps you can take to begin healing. If you've ever wondered why intimacy feels harder than it "should," this episode is for you.   🚨 ABORTION RECOVERY WORKSHOP! 🚨 Ready to stop feeling stuck in shame, guilt, grief, or regret after abortion? In this FREE live workshop happening on June 24th at 7pm CT, I'll walk you through the biblical healing framework that helped me find freedom after my own abortion—and that has helped countless Christian women begin their healing journey. 👉 https://brittanypoppe.com/workshop   ✨ Want to work 1:1 with me? Schedule an Abortion Recovery Coaching Call—we’ll talk through where you’re feeling stuck and what it could look like to finally start moving forward with God. 👉 brittanypoppe.com/coaching   ✨ Support the Podcast Do you love our content and want to support our ministry? Head to Buy Me a Coffee to submit a gift to the ministry! Proceeds from Buy Me a Coffee go directly to operating costs for the podcast - we appreciate your support more than you know! 👉 https://buymeacoffee.com/brittanypoppe   📖 Need a safe place to start? Download my Permission to Grieve Devotional—a free guide to help you process your pain through God’s truth. 👉 brittanypoppe.com/freebie   🤍 Looking for safe, faith-based community? Come join us inside the Abortion Recovery for Christian Women Facebook group—we’re waiting to welcome you with open arms. 👉 facebook.com/groups/abortionrecoveryforchristianwomen   💌 Want weekly encouragement and healing tips straight to your inbox? Sign up for the newsletter and get hope & peace sent to you every week. 👉 brittanypoppe.com/newsletter   Resources Mentioned:  217 | Biblical Intimacy 101: Healing Shame and Enjoying Sex With Your Spouse | Special Guest, Michelle Castro 125 | Intimacy Issues In Your Marriage? 4 Resources to Help You Heal From Sexual Dysfunction After a Past Abortion Intimate Issues: 21 Questions Christian Women Ask About Sex Sheet Music by Dr. Kevin Leman Rip It Off by Michelle Castro The Dr. John Delony Show Kingdom Sexuality