Intimacy After Childbirth: An Interview With Dr.Rachel Ollivier

In this enlightening episode of ”Sharing My Truth with Mel and Suzie”, we delve into a topic often overlooked: postpartum intimacy. We sit down with full-time Nurse Practitioner and women’s health scientist, Dr. Rachel Ollivier, to shed light on the taboos surrounding sexual health after childbirth. Whether you’re a new parent seeking guidance or simply curious, this conversation provides a wealth of information about navigating postnatal life changes and maintaining intimacy. We discuss the common fears, misconceptions, and pressures surrounding intimacy after birth, focusing particularly on the physical, emotional, relational, and social aspects of postpartum sexual health. Highlighting the prevalence of sexual dysfunction post-childbirth, we examine how the societal pressure to “bounce back” can negatively impact a woman’s overall well-being.