Episode 72: How Diet Culture and Postpartum Body Image Affects Intimacy and Connection With Special Guest Alyssa Booth, LPC

Postpartum body image is one of the biggest silent struggles moms face—but you don’t have to carry it alone. In this week’s Love After Kids episode, I’m joined by therapist and women’s empowerment coach Alyssa Booth for a powerful conversation about healing your body image, especially after kids.We talk about:• How postpartum body image affects your confidence and connection with your partner.                                                                                                                                      • Why trying to “bounce back” often leads to more shame, not more self-love.• How diet culture and perfectionism fuel mom guilt and burnout.• What real self-acceptance looks like (and how it changes everything).If you’ve ever looked in the mirror and didn’t feel like yourself—or felt unworthy of intimacy because of how your body has changed—this is your episode. 💛Helpful Links: Website: https://heyalyssabooth.com/Social Media Handles:IG: alyssabooth_lpcFree FB Group: Empowered Body  Thank you so much for joining me this week on today's episode. Be sure to follow me on IG @therapy.with.kaylaI love hearing about your insights and aha! moments from the show. About the Podcast HostKayla Nettleton is a TX-based licensed therapist, business owner, and mom of 3.In her private practice, Kayla helps women break free from cycles of anxiety, perfectionism, and people-pleasing. Her holistic approach guides clients toward authentic, fulfilling lives by reconnecting with their intuition, setting boundaries, and building confidence.Kayla also works with couples, especially parents balancing marriage and family. She offers both traditional couples therapy and focused intensives (6 to 18 hours) to help partners address key issues like communication, trust, and intimacy.Through empathy and effective therapeutic tools, Kayla helps couples reconnect, thrive, and create healthier, more supportive relationships. Her practice transforms self-doubt and disconnection into growth, healing, and lasting change.Find Kayla on IG: @therapy.with.kaylaTikTok: therapy.with.kaylaYouTube: The Modern Mom's Roadmap to Balance PodcastEmail: [email protected] Consultation: Schedule a Free 20 minute therapy consultation here.