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Mar 2022
26m 13s

When Sex is Painful

XO Podcast Network, Dave Willis, Ashley Willis
About this episode
Are you experiencing pain in your sex life? Sometimes looking for, and asking for answers can be difficult, shameful & embarrassing. On today's episode we interview two pelvic health physical therapists who bring some practical answers to common questions. ------- Buy our new book, The Counterfeit Climax HERE Sign up as a Premium Member nakedmarriage.superca ... Show More
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