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EPISODE · May 28, 2026 · 22 MIN

S2E2 - Schedule...SEX? X

from The Mom Collective · host Celeste Howard

Motherhood changes everything — including your marriage. In this episode, we’re talking honestly about what happens when you stop feeling connected to your husband after kids. When the daily routine takes over, your partner can start to feel more like a co-parent, roommate, or just another person who needs something from you.We dive into:• Why emotional distance happens after having children• Feeling touched out, exhausted, and disconnected• How intentional date nights can rebuild connection• Simple at-home date night ideas for busy parents• The truth about scheduling sex in marriage (and why it helps)• Small ways to bring intimacy, friendship, and fun back into your relationshipIf you’ve ever wondered:“How do I reconnect with my husband after kids?”“Why don’t I feel close to my spouse anymore?”“Is it normal for marriage to feel different after children?”— this episode is for you.Whether you’re in the newborn stage, raising toddlers, or simply feeling stuck in survival mode, this conversation will help you feel seen and give you practical ways to reconnect emotionally and physically with your partner.Don’t forget to follow, rate, and share the podcast with another mom who needs this reminder: your marriage deserves attention too.

Motherhood changes everything — including your marriage. In this episode, we’re talking honestly about what happens when you stop feeling connected to your husband after kids. When the daily routine takes over, your partner can start to feel more like a co-parent, roommate, or just another person who needs something from you.We dive into:• Why emotional distance happens after having children• Feeling touched out, exhausted, and disconnected• How intentional date nights can rebuild connection• Simple at-home date night ideas for busy parents• The truth about scheduling sex in marriage (and why it helps)• Small ways to bring intimacy, friendship, and fun back into your relationshipIf you’ve ever wondered:“How do I reconnect with my husband after kids?”“Why don’t I feel close to my spouse anymore?”“Is it normal for marriage to feel different after children?”— this episode is for you.Whether you’re in the newborn stage, raising toddlers, or simply feeling stuck in survival mode, this conversation will help you feel seen and give you practical ways to reconnect emotionally and physically with your partner.Don’t forget to follow, rate, and share the podcast with another mom who needs this reminder: your marriage deserves attention too.

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