When Purity Culture Meets Postpartum: The Messy Truth About "Good Christian Women" ft Dr. Ashley Hudson, PhD, LCSW, CST

Purity culture doesn’t just shape how we see sex—it shapes how we see ourselves as women, wives, and mothers.In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Ashley Hudson, therapist, coach, and founder of Pearl in Process, to talk about how “good girl theology” follows women long after the wedding night. Together we unpack how purity culture influences pregnancy, birth, and postpartum—the moments when women are most vulnerable and most in need of grace.With warmth, humor, and clinical insight, Dr. Ashley helps us explore:💔 Why Christian women often feel guilt or shame after giving birth🧠 How spiritual beliefs impact body trust and postpartum recovery💪 What true healing looks like when faith and freedom finally meetIf you’ve ever felt pressure to be the “perfect Christian mom,” this conversation will help you breathe again.Trigger warning for topics of purity culture & abuse.To connect with Dr. Ashley:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTikTokTo support me, The Christian Sexpert, make sure you are checking out all of my resources, and of course, a Cash App gift helps me do all these things you love! ⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠Book Coaching with Angela Facebook TikTok Instagram YouTube Podcast Patreon CashApp⁠⁠ $TheChristianSexpertNote: These show notes contain external links to products and services. The Christian Sexpert may receive a commission for purchases made through these links.