About this episode

This episode discusses the disconnect in intimacy experienced by women in midlife, featuring insights from Dr. Mariah Sophocles on the factors contributing to the 'bedroom gap'.

Why are so many women feeling disconnected—from their partners, their desire, and even themselves? In this powerful episode of the Wake Her Up Podcast , I sit down with Dr. Mariah Sophocles, gynecologist and author of The Bedroom Gap , to talk about a topic that so many women experience but few openly discuss: the growing disconnect in intimacy during midlife and long-term relationships. We dive into the real reasons this “bedroom gap” is happening and why it’s not just about libido. Dr. Sophocles shares the physical, emotional, and relational factors that impact desire, connection, and confidence for women—especially in midlife. In this conversation, we explore: • Why so many women feel disconnected from intimacy • The surprising biological and emotional contributors to the “bedroom gap” • How communication, curiosity, and self-awareness can rebuild connection • Why this conversation is so important for women in midlife This episode is honest, eye-opening, and incredibly validating for any woman who has ever wondered, “Is it just me?” 📖 Get Dr. Sophocles’ book The Bedroom Gap : https://a.co/d/06TlKlQb 💬 Join the Wake Her Up free community of 60,000+ women having real…

People in this episode

Hosts: Marcella Hill, Sharon Johnson

Guest: Dr. Mariah Sophocles

Topics covered

• intimacy
• midlife
• relationships
• women's health
• communication
• self-awareness

Keywords

• bedroom gap
• intimacy disconnect
• women's desire
• midlife relationships
• emotional factors
• communication

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Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: The Bedroom Gap

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