Insecure about weight gain

Dear Dr. Patty Ann,

Since the birth of my 2nd child I haven’t been able to lose 20 lbs of my pregnancy so I don’t want to have sex with my husband because I am afraid he will be so turned off by my body. Dr. Patty Ann, do you have any suggestions?

~ Betsy in Miami

Betsy,

Many women express this concern so you should know you are not alone. You must remember your husband fell in love with you – and not your figure. You are under-estimating the sense of awe and wonder most men feel related to the miracle of birth. You have given your husband the best gift in the world – a child! A husband’s love for his wife – and desire for her often increases with the birth of each child – and they could care less about your weight gain. So give yourself a break and stop being hyper-critical of yourself.

Dr. Patty Ann
Relationship Advice Expert

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