Female by Design
Download on the App Store
  • Favorites

    214

    Followers

  • Typical duration

    24 min

    per episode

Based on Podcast App listening data

Female by Design episodes

  • 235. Intentional Intimacy: Looking Back, Moving Forward
    In this final episode of the Intentional Intimacy series, Francie invites you to reflect, remember, and recalibrate. Over the past nine weeks, we've explored simple yet powerful practices to foster deeper connection in your marriage. Today's episode offers a tenth—and essential—idea: pausing to remember what has worked, what has blessed your marriage, and what you want to carry into the next season. Whether it's kisses in the kitchen, body awareness, or shared breath, this episode will help you name the rhythms that bring life and intimacy, and gently let go of what didn't fit this season. Francie also shares how she and Wyatt use this simple rhythm in their own marriage and why remembering is more than nostalgic—it's a spiritual discipline that breeds gratitude, clarity, and hope. Listen in and be encouraged to swim against the current of busyness and towards intentional connection.

    Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper:

    Growth Courses

    101 Strong Foundations for Married Sex, here

    201 Pleasure and Orgasm: Passion and Practicals, here

    Before (And After) I Do, here

    Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship

    Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: The Circle

    Donate to Heaven in Your Home:

    Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! Donate here.

    Connect with Francie:

    Receive Francie's weekly newsletter

    15 min
  • 234. Intentional Intimacy: Kissing in the Kitchen
    In this ninth episode of the Intentional Intimacy series, Francie brings us back to something simple, powerful, and often overlooked…kissing. She shares insights from her own marriage and from the Circle membership about the beauty and benefit of lingering affection, especially outside the bedroom. Whether you've been married a few months or a few decades, this episode reminds you of the quiet joy and relational power of locking lips—on purpose. Francie also shares surprising science-backed reasons to keep kissing a regular part of your connection rhythm. From boosting mood and reducing stress to reigniting arousal and even toning your face—kissing isn't just for teens in love. 💡 This week's challenge? Try kissing in the kitchen. 👩‍❤️‍👨 Highlights include:
    • A real-life testimony from a 40-year marriage
    • Hormones activated through kissing
    • Why affection outside of intercourse matters
    • Creative, lighthearted encouragement to reclaim this practice

    Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper:

    Growth Courses

    101 Strong Foundations for Married Sex, here

    201 Pleasure and Orgasm: Passion and Practicals, here

    Before (And After) I Do, here

    Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship

    Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: The Circle

    Donate to Heaven in Your Home:

    Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! Donate here.

    Connect with Francie:

    Receive Francie's weekly newsletter

    13 min
  • 233. Intentional Intimacy: From Sweat to Sex - How Moving Your Body Fuels Connection
    In this episode of the Intentional Intimacy series, Francie explores an often overlooked but powerful link: movement and intimacy. Through candid stories, practical insights, and a sprinkle of humor, she shares how exercise—whether solo or with your spouse—can shift the atmosphere in your marriage. From walking dates to YouTube workouts and squats in the kitchen, Francie gives real-life ways to move your body and experience the ripple effects in your confidence, energy, and sex life. You'll also hear about:
    • Why sweating together increases connection
    • Five specific "sexercises" that boost desire and enjoyment
    • How hormones, confidence, and fun all play a role in your embodied intimacy
    • And why this is more about movement than perfection
    Whether you're lifting weights or chasing your kids, this episode will leave you with fresh vision to care for your body—and invite intimacy in the process. Bonus: Learn how movement can even tone your pelvic floor and increase pleasure. Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper:

    Growth Courses

    101 Strong Foundations for Married Sex, here

    201 Pleasure and Orgasm: Passion and Practicals, here

    Before (And After) I Do, here

    Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship

    Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: The Circle

    Donate to Heaven in Your Home:

    Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! Donate here.

    Connect with Francie:

    Receive Francie's weekly newsletter

    19 min
  • 232. Intentional Intimacy: Why the Small Things Matter Most
    This week's installment of the Intentional Intimacy series is all about the quiet power of consistency. Inspired by The Compound Effect, Francie shares how tiny daily choices, like eye contact and kissing in the kitchen, can produce exponential fruit in your marriage over time. It's not the grand gestures or weekend getaways that shape your intimacy, it's the 10-second moments, the intentional habits, the repeated "yes" to presence and tenderness. In this episode, Francie explores:
    • The spiritual power of small, daily investments in love
    • Why prolonged eye contact and physical affection matter
    • How consistent connection rewires your marriage for intimacy
    • Real-life examples and encouragement to reframe your rhythms
    Whether you're newlywed or 40 years in, this episode offers a grace-filled, hope-building reminder: you have agency to grow your intimacy one small act at a time.

    Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper:

    Growth Courses

    101 Strong Foundations for Married Sex, here

    201 Pleasure and Orgasm: Passion and Practicals, here

    Before (And After) I Do, here

    Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship

    Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: The Circle

    Donate to Heaven in Your Home:

    Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! Donate here.

    Connect with Francie:

    Receive Francie's weekly newsletter

    13 min
  • 231. Intentional Intimacy: Words After Sex - Intimate Affirmation That Builds Connection

    What happens after intimacy matters just as much as what happens during it.

    In this episode, Francie shares how lingering, skin-to-skin connection and heartfelt affirmation can deepen trust, build emotional closeness, and reinforce safety. Whether it's a simple "I loved that with you" or asking, "What would feel meaningful to hear right now?"—your words can be a powerful gift of love.

    Tune in and listen to this installment of the Intentional Intimacy series.

    Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper:

    Growth Courses

    101 Strong Foundations for Married Sex, here

    201 Pleasure and Orgasm: Passion and Practicals, here

    Before (And After) I Do, here

    Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship

    Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: The Circle

    Donate to Heaven in Your Home:

    Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! Donate here.

    Connect with Francie:

    Receive Francie's weekly newsletter

    9 min
  • 230. Intentional Intimacy: Using Words During Sex to Say What You Feel and Want

    If you've ever gone silent during sex, not sure what to say, or afraid to say the wrong thing…this chat is for you.

    In this episode, Francie gently walks you through the power of using your words during intimacy to build connection, trust, and pleasure. Learn how to name what you're feeling and express what you desire—without shame, pressure, or performance.

    Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper:

    Growth Courses

    101 Strong Foundations for Married Sex, here

    201 Pleasure and Orgasm: Passion and Practicals, here

    Before (And After) I Do, here

    Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship

    Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: The Circle

    Donate to Heaven in Your Home:

    Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! Donate here.

    Connect with Francie:

    Receive Francie's weekly newsletter

    8 min
  • 229. Intentional Intimacy: Using Our Words to Name Body Parts Without Shame

    If it's hard to say the names of your body parts out loud… you're not alone. In this episode, Francie shares how growing your sexual vocabulary—starting with simple, anatomical words—can be a healing step toward connection and confidence in your marriage. Learn why using your words matters, how playfulness can help, and how naming the good things God made can bring freedom, not shame.

    Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper:

    Growth Courses

    101 Strong Foundations for Married Sex, here

    201 Pleasure and Orgasm: Passion and Practicals, here

    Before (And After) I Do, here

    Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship

    Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: The Circle

    Donate to Heaven in Your Home:

    Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! Donate here.

    Connect with Francie:

    Receive Francie's weekly newsletter

    12 min
  • 228. Intentional Intimacy: Getting Out of Your Head and Into Your Body

    Breath is one of the simplest, most powerful tools you have for building intimacy—and you already carry it with you.

    In this episode, Francie shares how breath work can shift you from stress into presence, helping you connect more deeply with your body, your husband, and the moment. Whether it's daily grounding or in-the-moment pleasure, this episode gives you practical ways to use breath as a pathway to greater intimacy.

    Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper:

    Growth Courses

    101 Strong Foundations for Married Sex, here

    201 Pleasure and Orgasm: Passion and Practicals, here

    Before (And After) I Do, here

    Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship

    Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: The Circle

    Donate to Heaven in Your Home:

    Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! Donate here.

    Connect with Francie:

    Receive Francie's weekly newsletter

    12 min
  • 227. Intentional Intimacy: Sharing Sparks and Building Sexual Energy

    What if intimacy didn't have to start with a big moment—but with a spark? In this episode, Francie shares how small, playful cues of desire can help you and your husband stay connected, even in the middle of busy days and low-libido seasons. This is about learning to feel your body, name your desire, and share it—on purpose.

    Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper:

    Brand New Before & After You Say I Do Masterclass

    A 90-minute masterclass for engaged and married women who want clarity, confidence, and connection when it comes to sex in marriage.

    If you've ever wondered:

    • What should we expect on our wedding night?

    • How do we prepare without fear or shame?

    • What's okay—and what's not?

    • How do we build trust, connection, and joy?

    This class is for you. Real talk. Faithful perspective. Honest guidance. So you can start your marriage—emotionally, spiritually, and physically—on solid ground.

    Register Now

    201 Course: Permission for Pleasure, Orgasm 101 - From Pre-Orgasmic to Orgasm

    This 90-minute masterclass is a deep dive into embracing God's good design for your body and the gift of intimacy in marriage. Francie Winslow offers practical, faith-based guidance on arousal, pleasure, and connection, equipping you with the knowledge and confidence to fully experience intimacy with joy and freedom. Whether you're navigating challenges or simply want to deepen your connection, this session is an invitation to step into intimacy that is naked, unashamed, and full of joy. Get Access Here.

    101 Course: Strong Foundations to Starting Well - Claiming a Healthy Vision for Married Sex

    To build a love that lasts, you must begin with a strong foundation. Whether you're newly engaged or in need of a new lens, this course is essential. You'll be equipped to set a Biblically integrated and practically grounded vision for sex, marriage and the calling to steward the gift of pleasure and intimacy. This course is pivotal as you begin to unlearn unhelpful perspectives and sift through shame, lies and painful messages you've received over the years. Learn more here.

    Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship

    Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. This is a SWEET community of women, connected with the purpose of seeking God's heart for their reclaiming a redeemed view of sex and sexuality. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: The Circle

    Donate to Heaven in Your Home:

    Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! Donate here.

    Connect with Francie:

    Receive Francie's weekly newsletter

    12 min
  • 226. Intentional Intimacy: Body Awareness

    When life moves fast, it's easy to live completely disconnected from your body—and that disconnection shows up in intimacy too. In this quick episode of the Intentional Intimacy series, Francie shares simple ways to come back to your body on purpose, through movement, awareness, and everyday rhythms.

    These tiny shifts can build toward deeper, more playful intimacy with your husband—starting right where you are.

    Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper:

    Brand New Before & After You Say I Do Masterclass

    A 90-minute masterclass for engaged and married women who want clarity, confidence, and connection when it comes to sex in marriage.

    If you've ever wondered:

    • What should we expect on our wedding night?

    • How do we prepare without fear or shame?

    • What's okay—and what's not?

    • How do we build trust, connection, and joy?

    This class is for you. Real talk. Faithful perspective. Honest guidance. So you can start your marriage—emotionally, spiritually, and physically—on solid ground.

    Register Now

    201 Course: Permission for Pleasure, Orgasm 101 - From Pre-Orgasmic to Orgasm

    This 90-minute masterclass is a deep dive into embracing God's good design for your body and the gift of intimacy in marriage. Francie Winslow offers practical, faith-based guidance on arousal, pleasure, and connection, equipping you with the knowledge and confidence to fully experience intimacy with joy and freedom. Whether you're navigating challenges or simply want to deepen your connection, this session is an invitation to step into intimacy that is naked, unashamed, and full of joy. Get Access Here.

    101 Course: Strong Foundations to Starting Well - Claiming a Healthy Vision for Married Sex

    To build a love that lasts, you must begin with a strong foundation. Whether you're newly engaged or in need of a new lens, this course is essential. You'll be equipped to set a Biblically integrated and practically grounded vision for sex, marriage and the calling to steward the gift of pleasure and intimacy. This course is pivotal as you begin to unlearn unhelpful perspectives and sift through shame, lies and painful messages you've received over the years. Learn more here.

    Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship

    Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. This is a SWEET community of women, connected with the purpose of seeking God's heart for their reclaiming a redeemed view of sex and sexuality. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: The Circle

    Donate to Heaven in Your Home:

    Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! Donate here.

    Connect with Francie:

    Receive Francie's weekly newsletter

    12 min

About Female by Design

From the publisher's feed

An honest space for female flourishing. Together we'll explore sexuality and spirituality by God's design, healing our relationship with pleasure, our bodies, and our identity as image-bearers. Let's…

Best of Female by Design

Ranked by our users in the last 21 days

More shows like Female by Design

Sexy Marriage Radio by Dr Corey and Pam Allan

Sexy Marriage Radio

1,199 Listeners

Don't Mom Alone Podcast by Don't Mom Alone Podcast

Don't Mom Alone Podcast

2,324 Listeners

Life with Sally by Sally Clarkson

Life with Sally

2,971 Listeners

Java with Juli - Making Sense of God and Sex by Dr. Juli Slattery and Authentic Intimacy®

Java with Juli - Making Sense of God and Sex

1,650 Listeners

Mama Bear Apologetics by Hillary Morgan Ferrer & Amy Davison

Mama Bear Apologetics

1,255 Listeners

Sex Chat for Christian Wives by Bonny Burns, J Parker, and Chris Taylor

Sex Chat for Christian Wives

892 Listeners

Fierce Marriage by Ryan and Selena Frederick

Fierce Marriage

4,241 Listeners

Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey by Blaze Podcast Network

Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey

21,175 Listeners

Raising Boys & Girls by That Sounds Fun Network

Raising Boys & Girls

1,911 Listeners

COURAGEOUS PARENTING by Isaac & Angie Tolpin -  becourageousministry.org

COURAGEOUS PARENTING

2,277 Listeners

Now That We're A Family by Elisha and Katie Voetberg

Now That We're A Family

1,811 Listeners

Parenting with Ginger Hubbard by Ginger Hubbard

Parenting with Ginger Hubbard

40 Listeners

Kingdom Sexuality by That Sounds Fun Network

Kingdom Sexuality

345 Listeners

Restoration Home with Jennifer Pepito by Jennifer Pepito

Restoration Home with Jennifer Pepito

177 Listeners

M Is for Mama Podcast by Abbie Halberstadt

M Is for Mama Podcast

1,254 Listeners