Ep.54 Low Libido in Marriage: What to Do When Desire Doesn’t Match

It takes two to tango.  We all know this phrase, and it can apply to many things in life. When it comes to strong relationships and intimacy, having both parties putting in effort is vitally important.  It can be exhausting to be the partner who feels that they are the only one working to keep the flame burning.  What if one partner has relatively lower desire than the other or things have become routine?Many years of marriage, hormones, and body changes can play a role here.  News flash!  Men and women are different.  There are different needs, wants, and desiers, but does it have to be complicated?  Our guests on this episode say that it doesn't have to hard.  Amy and Nick McKinlay have helped thousands of couples not only improve their sex lives, but have found creative ways to enhance communication and overall connection.Amy and Nick developed the #1 marriage and intimacy app that is not only clean and non-graphic, but it is really fun.  The Ultimate Intimacy app is the product of the couple's mission to strengthen marriages by making love making interesting and deepening connection and intimacy.  They also have a podcast that has 158 episodes, where they dive into all the tough topics with raw, unscripted, and personal conversations.  In this episode Amy, Nick and I discuss:-Why their own marriage experience prompted them to start the Ultimate Intimacy app- Making you as a couple a priority- Results of the polls they do with followers- When one partner has lower sex drive- The 411 on foreplay, especially for midlife women- The use of toys and games to spice things up- What you can find on the Ultimate Intimacy appAmy and Nick McKinlay also hold couples retreats. See their website for details.You can  find The Ultimate Intimacy App at:Google Play Store and Apple )Google does not allow https://ultimateintimacy.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ultimateintimacyapp/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/UltimateIntimacyApp_________________________________________If you’re doing “all the right things” and still feel stuck, adding a layer of support may be an option. I’ve partnered with a trusted telehealth platform offering modern solutions for women in midlife—including micro-dosed GLP-1 and other peptide therapies.https://elliemd.com/michelefolan - Create a free account to view all products.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/askingforafriend_pod/✨ Sign up for my weekly newsletter: https://michelefolanfasterway.myflodesk.com/i6i44jw4fqLike to connect? Email me at [email protected] Transcripts are created with AI and may not be perfectly accurate.Disclaimer: This podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional healthcare services. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your qualified healthcare provider with any questions regarding a medical condition.