Sex on Call
This podcast is a space where we (Maddie and Larisa, who are both friends and nurse practitioners in women's health) unpack evidence-based research, talk to professionals, and share the occasional personal story as we seek to explore how women can improve their sex lives, better understand their bodies, and learn together. Welcome to Sex on Call!
Sex on Call
Self-Love: The Magic of Masturbation
“The most consistent sex will be the love affair you have with yourself. Masturbation will get you through childhood, puberty, romance, marriage, and divorce, and it will see you through old age.” - Betty Dodson.
We explore in this episode the often shameful discussions around the topic of masturbation (or "self-love"). Episode 3 highlights the benefits to masturbation—seen in one's mental health, physical health, and relationships. The benefits include being the safest sex outlet, lowering stress, helping with sleep, increasing the likelihood of achieving an orgasm, and much more.
Both of us share our "first" experience with masturbation and how our childhood homes and upbringing shaped the lens through which we saw masturbation. Our goal from this conversation is for women not to feel ashamed for exploring self-love but recognize and realize the value it can bring to many aspects of your life!