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EPISODE · Sep 30, 2025 · 14 MIN

Sex or Stress? How to Tell When It’s Really a “No” and When It’s Not

from The Sex After Kids Podcast · host Sofia Ashley

Send us Fan MailDo you mistake stress or tiredness for a hard no when it comes to intimacy? You’re not alone! In this episode, I unpack the “traffic lights” of the nervous system and how to stop defaulting to NO—so you can discover more ways to say yes (or a real, empowered maybe) to connection after kids.Timestamps & What You’ll Learn:00:14 – Introduction to Sex After Kids Podcast00:59 – Understanding Your Nervous System's Traffic Light System01:24 – Breaking Down the Traffic Light Colors02:55 – Understanding Default 'No' Responses04:34 – Finding and Working with the Yellow Light Zone06:28 – Building Genuine Connection Through Small Steps07:58 – Tips for Higher Libido Partners09:54 – Real-Life Example of Working with the Nervous System11:40 – Introduction to the Naked Fun Comeback Program12:58 – Closing Thoughts and CreditsReady to tune in, slow down, and find more paths to connection? Book a pressure-free Spark Session:Book your Spark Session hereYou are not broken. Sometimes, all you need is a yellow light—and the right support to find your way to green.

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Send us Fan Mail Do you mistake stress or tiredness for a hard no when it comes to intimacy? You’re not alone! In this episode, I unpack the “traffic lights” of the nervous system and how to stop defaulting to NO—so you can discover more ways to say yes (or a real, empowered maybe) to connection after kids. Timestamps & What You’ll Learn: 00:14 – Introduction to Sex After Kids Podcast 00:59 – Understanding Your Nervous System's Traffic Light System 01:24 – Breaking Down the Traffic Light...

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