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Apr 2024
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192. Prioritizing Growth while Parentin...

Francie Winslow
About this episode

Overwhelm, endless to-do lists, and exhaustion is real, especially in the season of life when you’re pouring your heart and soul into a growing family.  Raising little children and having little babies can feel like a sprinting marathon. 

Let’s talk about the challenges faced by many mommas to nurture sexual intimacy while raising young children. And, let’s infuse some practicals for navigating this season with grace and helpful perspectives and ideas to help you thrive in every season of life. You are not alone!

 

Resources Mentioned:

The MomCo (formally MOPS) here

Revelation Wellness here

Date Night Every Night, Episode 48 here

 

101 Course: Strong Foundations to Starting Well

CLAIMING A HEALTHY VISION FOR MARRIED SEX

To build a love that lasts, you must begin with a strong foundation. Whether you’re newly engaged or in need of a new lens, this course is essential. You’ll be equipped to set a Biblically integrated and practically grounded vision for sex, marriage and the calling to steward the gift of pleasure and intimacy. This course is pivotal as you begin to unlearn unhelpful perspectives and sift through shame, lies and painful messages you’ve received over the years. Learn more here.

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Keep learning with Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. This is a SWEET community of women, connected with the purpose of seeking God’s heart for their reclaiming a redeemed view of sex and sexuality. Inside the circle, we will explore and discover the good news about God’s heart for sex. Learn more here: Discipleship Circle

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