#11 Episode 11: “Let’s talk sex baby” (part two – getting my groove back)

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Dr Eve – a sex therapist – discusses how to get our grooves back after a hysterectomy. She discussed the importance of taking time, being open with our partners and first taking ourselves for a “spin”.

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Season 1 / Episode 11 28 Feb 2023 English South Africa Health & Fitness · Life Sciences

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