# Episode 55: Knowing and Being Known: Marriage, Sex, and Intimacy After Baby Loss with Ryan & Jessica McDaniel

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Podcast: [Hope Mommies Podcast - Gospel Hope for Grieving Moms](https://stenobird.com/podcast/hope-mommies-podcast-gospel-hope-for-grieving-moms-6741433)
Published: 2025-10-29T08:13:00+00:00
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## Resource

Kristin Hernandez is joined by Ryan and Jessica McDaniel, licensed professional counselors and founders of McDaniel Counseling, to talk about intimacy, sex, and marriage after the loss of a baby. Drawing from over 15 years of professional counseling experience as well as their own story of loss, Ryan and Jessica offer compassionate, God-centered wisdom for navigating this deeply personal area of marriage. Ryan and Jessica remind us that intimacy is so much more than physical connection—it's knowing and being known, both by our spouse and by God who sees us intimately. Together, we explore practical tools for couples facing misaligned desires, navigating feelings of emotional and physical disconnection, and receiving support from trusted advisors. While this episode may be slightly more PG than our usual content, this topic is handled with the utmost respect, biblical hope, and a heart for helping married couples take steps toward the healing only God can provide. Links: McDaniel Counseling The McDaniel's Recommended Reading List Hope Mommies Website Subscribe to our Newsletter Join our online Facebook Group Connect with us on Facebook Connect with us on Instagram Podcast Guest Submission Make a Donation Sponsor an episode of the HM Podcast in honor of a Hope Baby With Special Thanks This episode of the Hope Mommies Podcast is made possible by Comfort Candles . Based in the heart of Texas Hill Country, Comfort Candles has been our candle supplier for Hope Boxes for many years, bringing light and comfort to countless women in their grief. Each candle is handcrafted by Ben, their master candle maker, using a premium soy wax blend, all-cotton wicks, and the finest fragrances—resulting in a clean, long-lasting burn. With more than 40 heavenly fragrances to choose from, they…

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