Beyond the Bedroom
Sexuality educator Birna Gustafsson is currently finishing her master’s in health and public interest while working in reproductive public health. No topic is off-limits as she tackles issues that affect our intimate lives in all aspects, ranging from health-related to raunchy. Visit beyondthebedroom.org for more info on sexual health and intimacy.
Episodes
Sunday Jan 02, 2022
Day 3: Desire
Sunday Jan 02, 2022
Sunday Jan 02, 2022
Do you ever just get randomly horny? Maybe you need the perfect conditions to get in the mood. Or- maybe you’re somewhere in between. Today, we’ll be diving deeper into accepting our desire types. You’ll be taking a little quiz with me- find the videos and journal prompts for this program on: beyondthebedroom.org
Saturday Jan 01, 2022
Day 2: Explore
Saturday Jan 01, 2022
Saturday Jan 01, 2022
We’re getting handsy today! Let’s build on yesterday’s exercise by adding touch. You’ll need a hard object like a hairbrush, something soft such as a tie or fuzzy blanket, and something cold (can be ice, but anything from your fridge or freezer works fine). We’ll also be exploring what elements are required for “good” sex. Want the video version instead? Head to beyondthebedroom.org
Friday Dec 31, 2021
Day 1- Permission
Friday Dec 31, 2021
Friday Dec 31, 2021
Are you ready to give yourself permission? What we allow ourselves and what we allow others affects our sex lives. Let’s ground ourselves, check in with our boundaries, and set an intention for this program. Watch the video version of this program on beyondthebedroom.org
Thursday Dec 30, 2021
Welcome to Juicy January
Thursday Dec 30, 2021
Thursday Dec 30, 2021
Juicy January: 10 Days of Mindful Pleasure is a free program provided by Beyond the Bedroom to kickstart your new year with some self-care.Prioritize intimacy by setting aside less than 15 minutes per day in a crash course in pleasure by a certified sex educator! Day 1 premieres on January 1st. We'll be meditation, touching, and moving together through these next ten days. If you'd like to follow along via video, check out Beyondthebedroom.org
Sunday Dec 19, 2021
#25: Merry Crisis
Sunday Dec 19, 2021
Sunday Dec 19, 2021
Worst first date stories, hooking up with exes, and sex toy advent calendars? Plus, a HUGE announcement at the end of the episode with my husband! BIRNA10 at Maude Shop Foria here Play couples' games here, beyondthebedroomgames.com Book a session with me: birna.net
Sunday Dec 05, 2021
#24: Nip Tips
Sunday Dec 05, 2021
Sunday Dec 05, 2021
Everything you want to know about boobie pleasure- with a special guest, Mal! Does breastfeeding change your nipple pleasure desires? How much sensation should I feel in my nipples? Why do men get left out of the nipple pleasure convo? When should I get a breast exam? Listen to this week's episode for some insight on all things chest pleasure. Cultural commentator Mal can be found on ig @malcolmaldrichShop Foria with my affiliate link here Shop Maude: use code BIRNA10 Instagram: @bbirna Reach out for a private session: birna.net
Sunday Nov 07, 2021
#23: Talk Dirty To Me
Sunday Nov 07, 2021
Sunday Nov 07, 2021
The sexiest episode ever? I'm talking all things dirty talk this week! What matters more: what we say or how we say it? How do I find my sex voice? Plus, I share the phrases that give me butterflies... This week's homework is juicy, I promise. Shop MaudeBeyond the Bedroom Games Birna.net
Sunday Oct 31, 2021
#22: Paranormal Sextivity
Sunday Oct 31, 2021
Sunday Oct 31, 2021
Can you have sex with a ghost? What is a succubus? I share some spooky sex fetishes, find a book about demon sex on amazon, share my listeners' Halloween sex stories... along with my own personal experience with a set of vampire fangs. Use code BIRNA10 at getmaude.comCheck out Beyond the Bedroom Games Book me or sub to the mailing list here: Birna.net
Saturday Oct 23, 2021
#21: Fantasize, Play, and Get Kinky
Saturday Oct 23, 2021
Saturday Oct 23, 2021
Season 3 of Beyond the Bedroom is more personal, edgy, and way more... me.Does the clitoris really have 8000 nerve endings? Is my fantasy normal? What even happens at a kink class? Use my code BIRNA10 to shop at Maude (product mentioned: Rise Plus) Play online at Beyond the Bedroom GamesBook a session with me at birna.net
Tuesday May 04, 2021
#20: Masturbation May
Tuesday May 04, 2021
Tuesday May 04, 2021
Bonus content! I play 10 minutes of a bonus episode usually only available on my Patreon (now $4/month). I talk about my journey through Masturbation May so far, discuss the results from the Instagram polls, and give some advice on how to talk about self-touch. Check out more of my work on my site or my Instagram @beyondbedroompodcast
Mindfulness, Pleasure, and Play
Host Birna Gustafsson dives into topics at the intersection of health, culture, and sexuality. No topic is off-limits as she tackles issues that affect our intimate lives in all aspects, ranging from health-related to raunchy.
Whether you’re curious, troubleshooting, or satisfied, there is always room for growth in your sexual journey.
Learn mindful, grounding techniques to receive pleasure to your fullest potential.
Communicate your desires by finding your authentic sex voice.