About this episode

This episode explores the shift from survival mode to pleasure and self-trust in motherhood and intimacy, featuring a discussion on empowered c-sections.

What if the life you’re trying to create… isn’t found in more healing, fixing, or pushing— but in coming back to what you actually want? In this episode, we explore the powerful shift from survival mode to pleasure, desire, and self-trust and how this transforms motherhood, intimacy, and the way you experience your life. So many women are taught to prioritize productivity, and self-sacrifice… but rarely are we taught how to feel, want, and receive what they truly desire. This conversation opens a different path. A path where:✨ Pleasure becomes a guide back home to yourself✨ Your desires are not something to suppress—but something to listen to✨ You stop asking “what am I fixing?” and start asking “what do I want?” We also dive into having an empowered c-section and postpartum intimacy , removing pressure from connection, and shifting away from performance and obligation… into something that feels real, nourishing, and true . And one of the most powerful truths from this episode: “The best gift that we can give to our kids… is a whole and happy life for ourselves.” Because when you are filled up—emotionally, physically, and energetically—you don’t just feel better… You show up…

People in this episode

Host: Cindy Tahhan

Guest: Dr. Kimberly Rose Pendleton

Topics covered

• empowered c-section
• motherhood
• intimacy
• self-trust
• pleasure
• desire

Keywords

• empowered c-section
• motherhood
• intimacy
• self-trust
• pleasure
• desire
• postpartum

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: www.kimberlyrosependleton.com, Instagram

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