
S3 Ep18: Sex Myths on Aging and Intimacy, Debunked By Dr. Stephanie Bathurst
In this episode of the Skirts Up Show, hosts Samantha and Melissa get valuable insight on relationship and sexual health by Dr. Stephanie Bathurst, a clinical sexologist and relationship therapist. Dr. Bathurst provides insightful advice on emotionally navigating different relationship models, especially ethical non-monogamy (ENM). Topics covered include the importance of secure attachment in relationships, the four essential S's (safe, seen, soothed, secure), and why open communication is key to a successful romantic partnership. She also details the benefits of regular sexual activity for hormonal balance and pain management, stressing the importance of addressing changing sexual needs as we age. The episode wraps up with a discussion about sexual health education for children, highlighting the need for open, non-judgmental conversations.
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S2-E3. Why Don’t You Just Leave?
Samantha shares the story of stocking her husbands biological father (Who is a high ranking police officer) while intoxicated, after midnight. Then proceeds to share a fail about how she busted her face on the dance floor. Melissa tells the NOT traumatizing story of cutting the tip of her finger off late at night.
The Skirts Up Show thanks their friend, Aria, a domestic violence and sexual assault investigator with the Dekalb County District Attorney Office for joining us and sharing shocking statistics on domestic violence. Aria shares everything from red flags, key factors of a healthy relationship, and who is most susceptible to becoming a victim of domestic violence. Be sure to listen till the for information on what we can do in our community to put a end to domestic violence.
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