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Jan 2024
12m 34s

Understanding Painful Sex | 14 Days of ...

XO Podcast Network, Dave Willis, Ashley Willis
About this episode
Hey, welcome back to the Naked Marriage Podcast – we're right in the thick of our 14 Days Of Sex Challenge! This episode is a bit close to the heart. Today, we're diving into the sometimes sensitive issue of painful sex, and we want to approach it with the care it deserves. Opening up about the importance of communication, we share some insights on condition ... Show More
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