Episode 9: “I Used to Want Sex… Why Did Things Change?

You care about your partner… you’re attracted to them… but when it comes to sex, something just feels different. Your desire isn’t the same.Your body isn’t responding the way it used to (or it may even be painful).And you can’t quite explain why.In this episode of Menopause HQ: Hot, Tired & Hormonal, we’re having an honest conversation about sex during perimenopause and menopause—what changes, why it happens, and what you can actually do about it.We talk about:• Why libido changes during perimenopause and menopause• How declining estrogen and testosterone affect desire and arousal• Vaginal dryness, discomfort, and painful sex• Why you can still want closeness but not want sex• How stress, exhaustion, and mental load impact intimacy• What’s happening in your body (in plain language)• Exactly what to say to your partner so they understand what you’re experiencingIf you’ve ever thought, “I remember what this used to feel like… and this isn’t it,” this episode is for you.You are not broken.You are not alone.And this is not something you just have to “deal with.”There are real reasons behind what you’re feeling—and real ways to get support.Listen now and start understanding what’s happening in your body.About Us: Menopause HQ is a company dedicated to helping women understand their bodies, advocate for themselves, and navigate perimenopause and post-menopause with confidence. The podcast is co-hosted by Angela Black, MPH and LaTalya Louis, APRN, FNP-C. LaTalya is an expert in women’s hormonal health. New episodes drop weekly!Links:Podcast website (Get your Listener Starter Kit here): https://www.themenopausehq.com/podcast New here? Start with a FREE Preview of our Menopause Symptom Tracker: https://www.themenopausehq.com Shop T-shirts and Fun Menopause Merchandise: https://www.themenopausehq.com/shop Contact Angela: [email protected] LaTalya Louis, FNP at The Final Flow Menopause and More: https://www.thefinalflowmenopause.com Contact LaTalya by phone: 706-470-6970Get a 6 Month Menopause Symptom Journal Tracker: https://www.themenopausehq.com/journal Find a doctor in your area who is trained in menopause here: https://www.menopause.org - (Click on “patient education”)Connect With Us:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=menopause%20hqInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/menopause.hq/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@menopausehq?_r=1&_t=ZT-94ETTK72H8v Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/MenopauseHQ/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MenopauseHQ Support This Podcast: Producing this podcast requires time, research, editing, hosting fees, and ongoing educational resources. If this podcast is helping you understand your body, advocate for yourself, or just feel less alone, and you’d like to support the work we’re doing, you can contribute through:Zelle: [email protected]: $menopausehqDisclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not replace medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider regarding your individual health needs.