About this episode

This episode discusses how pelvic floor health impacts sexual pleasure, pain, and orgasm with expert Kristin Damery.

What if the key to better orgasms, less pain during sex, and greater confidence in intimacy isn't in your head—it's in your pelvic floor? In this episode, Dan sits down with pelvic floor physical therapist Kristin Damery to discuss the often-overlooked foundation of sexual wellness. Kristin explains how pelvic floor health affects arousal, orgasm, pain during intercourse, blood flow, muscle function, and overall sexual satisfaction. You'll learn: • Why painful sex is common—but not normal • The difference between a weak pelvic floor and an overly tight one • Why Kegels can sometimes make problems worse • How pelvic floor health impacts orgasm intensity and reliability • What causes pain during intercourse and what you can do about it • The role of breathing, stretching, and relaxation in sexual pleasure • How vibrators can be used as a helpful therapeutic tool • Practical steps women can take to improve pelvic health and intimacy Kristin also shares her favorite advice for couples who want to deepen intimacy and keep exploring together in marriage. Whether you've experienced pain, difficulty reaching orgasm, changes after childbirth, or you're simply curious about optimizing your…

People in this episode

Host: Dan Purcell

Guest: Kristin Damery

Topics covered

• pelvic floor health
• sexual wellness
• intimacy
• orgasm
• pain during sex
• Kegels
• therapeutic tools

Keywords

• pelvic floor
• orgasm
• sexual health
• pain during intercourse
• Kegels
• intimacy
• vibrators
• breathing
• stretching

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