105. Why You Don't Want Sex Anymore (And What to Do About It) with Dr. Maria Sophocles

What really happens to sex in midlife - and why do so many women feel like their desire disappears overnight?

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Maria Sophocles, a leading menopause expert and author of The Bedroom Gap, to break down the truth about libido, hormones, and what's actually driving sexual burnout in perimenopause and beyond.

We get into the physical, emotional, and relationship factors that impact desire, and most importantly, what you can do to feel like yourself again.

Why so many women lose interest in sex during perimenopause (it's not just hormones)
How the "Bedroom Gap" creates tension in relationships after 40
The role of estrogen, vaginal health, and why pain during sex is often ignored
Efficacy and safety of hormone replacement therapy to help libido
How to talk to your partner about the changes you're experiencing
Simple, realistic ways to rebuild desire, intimacy, and connection

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Episode Links:

Dr. Maria Sophocles
TED Talk: What Happens to Sex in Midlife
The Bedroom Gap: ReWrite The Rules and Roles of Sex in Midlife
Wake Her Up Provider Directory
Menopause.org
Equelle
Bonafide

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