Episode 28: Intimacy After Marriage: Why It Feels Harder and How to Change

In this episode, I’m opening up about something many of us feel but don’t always talk about—why intimacy can start to feel harder after marriage, even when love is still there. I share honestly about the emotional layers, hidden triggers, and mindset shifts that can impact connection, and how our stories, healing journey, and faith all play a role in the way we show up with our spouse.   We explore how past wounds and nervous system responses can create distance, why pressure often replaces closeness, and what it looks like to move toward deeper emotional and physical connection with compassion instead of shame. This conversation is an invitation to slow down, get curious about your own patterns, and remember that growth in marriage is possible when we bring awareness and grace into the process.   If you’re navigating seasons of disconnection, or simply longing for more closeness, I hope this episode reminds you that healing and restoration are within reach.   If this episode hit home, save it for later and share this message with a friend! And make sure you're subscribed to The BAD Mom Show for new episodes dropping every Wednesday morning.   Connect with me:   Instagram: @thetheresatodd   Facebook: @thetheresatodd   • • Website: www.thetheresatodd.com