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Female by Design

Francie Winslow
Marriage
Sexuality
Intimacy
Christianity
Pleasure
Purity Culture
Sexual Intimacy
Healing
Body Positivity
Femininity
Sexual Response Cycle
Female Anatomy
Communication
Body Awareness
Stress Management
Shame
G-Spot
Female Sexuality
Modesty
Orgasm

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 take a deep breath and step into God's invitation to live fully alive—mind, body, and spirit.

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Latest Episodes

Great sex doesn't just happen in the bedroom — it starts with how connected you are to your body all day long.

In this episode, Francie dives into why so many women show up for intimacy physically present but emotionally and sensorially checked out... more

Welcome to the Great Sex Grows series!

We're starting where it all begins: your mindset. Because here's the thing — it's not about what you wear, what time it happens, or what you do. When it comes to growing a beautiful sex life in marriage, your ... more

Hey friend — welcome back to the Female By Design Podcast!

Today marks the relaunch of one of my favorite teaching series: Great Sex Grows. It originally aired back in 2022, and honestly? I still stand by every word of it. It's practical, it's real... more

What's the difference between a difficult marriage and a destructive one—and how do you know when it's time to speak up?

In this powerful conversation, Francie sits down with counselor and author Leslie Vernick to unpack destructive patterns in mar... more

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Recent Guests

Leslie Vernick
Counselor, author, mentor focused on destructive patterns in marriage
Leslie Vernick Ministries
Episode: 260. Is This Marriage Healthy? Recognizing Destructive Patterns with Leslie Vernick
Leslie Bumpas
A nutritional expert and functional nutritionist who empowers women to advocate for their health.
Episode: 214. Caring for Your Good Body - Functional Nutrition with Leslie Bumpas
Nancy Houston
Author and speaker on female sexuality and intimacy
Author of 'Then God Made A Woman'
Episode: 200. Summer Lovin' Series: Week Two, Love and Sex with Nancy Houston
Kathryn Brunner
A professional musician, mother, entrepreneur, and homeschooler.
Episode: 198. Bigger Than a "Sex Talk" - Tools to Help You Teach Your Kids about Sex
Kristen Miele
Expert in sexual education and founder of Sex Ed Reclaimed.
Sex Ed Reclaimed
Episode: 197. Helping Your Kids Navigate Healthy Sexual Development with Kristen Miele
Alexa PenaVega
Actress and author, known for her role in Big Time Rush and for co-authoring the book, 'What if Love is the Point'.
Big Time Rush
Episode: 195. Sexual Celebration with Alexa PenaVega (Most-Loved Episode Replay)
Molly Rhodes
Connection coach who focuses on helping women embrace their femininity and freedom
Rise Up Queens
Episode: 179. Discovering (and Owning) Your Feminine Beauty with Molly Rhodes

Host

Francie Winslow
Host focused on female flourishing, sexuality, and spirituality within a Christian framework.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • A Slippery Slope

    I found the Heaven in Your Home podcast over a year ago. It really shed a biblical light on the truth behind the intimate relationship in a marriage and what God intended for it to be. It completely transformed my marriage by having the proper mindset in regard to intimacy and sex in a marriage and for that I am grateful! However, I am very nervous about her rebrand. While I think I understand what she is trying to say regarding Modesty, Purity and Submission; her approach can cause a new Christ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    RSecretary
    United States6 months ago
  • Such a blessing for my marriage!

    Francie’s honest and biblical conversations are such a blessing to me and my marriage. She has helped me uncover some of the unconscious shame and also sinful brokenness that I didn’t even know was a part of my sexual history. I love how she uncovers many of the lies we’ve believed as Christian women, but also gives such helpful and hopeful advice about how to move forward in healing and greater intimacy. Listening to her podcast also helps me initiate intimacy with my husband more (what tired w... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kathrynlang
    United States7 months ago
  • Beautiful

    I believe this podcast will save marriages and families for generations. Thank you so much for the work you put into sharing this information with us. 🤍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LauraRenner
    United States7 months ago
  • Newly Married

    At 32 years of age I found myself a newly engaged women who was 2 months away from saying “I do” and had absolutely no knowledge on sex, God’s design of sex, what it meant to be a Godly wife, etc. I was clueless. I didn’t want to step into a marriage and be “bad” at the thing I have spent my whole life praying for. I spent the next 2 months listening to every one of your podcast episodes and truly soaking in God’s good design.

    I found myself sitting around a table full of all married women enga... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Journey4him
    United States8 months ago
  • So beautiful!

    I have gained such a beautiful perspective on sexuality from listening to Francie’s podcast! I am so grateful it was shared with me shortly after getting married. I send it to all the young girls I know when they’re engaged so they can beginning preparing their hearts to think about sex the way God desires. Definitely recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brianna5757
    United States9 months ago

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Listeners praise candid, scripture-grounded discussions on sexuality and marriage.
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260. Is This Marriage Healthy? Recognizing Destructive Patterns with Leslie Vernick
Q: What are the first steps a woman should take if she fears for her safety or her children's safety?
Assess immediate safety, contact domestic violence resources, and seek legal guidance; preserve evidence and plan discreetly for higher-risk steps, prioritizing safety over staying in a harmful situation.
260. Is This Marriage Healthy? Recognizing Destructive Patterns with Leslie Vernick
Q: What should a pastor or church leader do when they encounter a woman in a destructive marriage seeking help?
Pastors should be trauma-informed, request concrete examples, and direct women to specialized resources and groups (e.g., Conquer, Equip) rather than relying on generic spiritual answers alone.
260. Is This Marriage Healthy? Recognizing Destructive Patterns with Leslie Vernick
Q: What would you say to a woman who wants more space, more foreplay, or needs to feel alive again, but finds her husband dismissive or unresponsive?
Couples should negotiate boundaries and needs with compassion, recognize that husbands are not sole providers of all needs, and pursue personal resilience while seeking external support when necessary.
260. Is This Marriage Healthy? Recognizing Destructive Patterns with Leslie Vernick
Q: Have you seen men respond well when women start using their voice, or is there fear about articulating needs in a marriage?
Experience suggests men can respond positively when women articulate needs respectfully, though fear and defensiveness can occur; progress comes from practicing careful, non-accusatory communication.
260. Is This Marriage Healthy? Recognizing Destructive Patterns with Leslie Vernick
Q: Did I say that about right, Leslie? Is that your vision? Tell me a little bit about what you love to to see happen in your ministry and outreach.
Leslie affirms a vision of empowering women to gain wholeness and voice, with emphasis on healing from destructive patterns and expanding access to practical and theological guidance through her ministry.

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A faith-forward program exploring female flourishing through sexuality, embodiment, and spiritual identity. Episodes center on healthy intimacy within marriage, navigating shame, and learning practical communication, mindfulness, and body awareness rooted in Christian principles. The show often weaves neuroscience (like nervous system concepts) and scripture to guide women toward pleasure, self-acceptance, and deeper relational connection, with a strong emphasis on boundaries, consent, and authentic expression. Noteworthy is the blend of personal storytelling, expert-informed insights, and actionable steps that encourage women to reclaim their design as God's image-bearers while balancing faith, sexuality, and daily life.

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2. Leslie Bumpas
3. Nancy Houston
4. Kathryn Brunner
5. Kristen Miele
6. Alexa PenaVega
7. Molly Rhodes

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