Sex life after kids, can we talk about it? - with Rachel, founder of sexual wellness brand, LBDO

We’re so excited to welcome back Rachel, founder of Australian sexual wellness brand LBDO, who is now seven weeks postpartum with baby Elijah. This is an honest, shame free chat about intimacy, female pleasure and the reality of the postpartum body. Fair warning, it gets a bit spicy, so listen with headphones if little ears are around. We discuss…

Why there’s still so much stigma around female pleasure, and why Rachel started LBDO

Mismatched libidos, the mental load and why it’s completely normal

Using a vibrator with your partner (it’s not about replacing them) and how to start the conversation outside the bedroom

Why intimacy doesn’t have to mean sex, and bringing back the pash

The six week postpartum “all clear” and why that milestone is so arbitrary

Accepting your postpartum body, bounce back culture and the guilt that comes with body positivity

Building a mini postpartum capsule wardrobe

Talking to our daughters about pleasure and having a shame free household

Please note, providing a child under 16 with sex toys or pornography is a criminal offence.

This episode is proudly sponsored by Bonds. Their new Christmas collection is here, with matching sets for the whole family. Shop now at bonds.com.au or in your local Bonds store, while stocks last!

Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@jaydecouldwell) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce)