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Non-Monogamy with Rachel Wright

Season 13, Ep. 3

We loved this honest conversation with Rachel Wright! It may knock a few of you off your chairs, so listen closely. Rachel and her wife, Ashley, are both currently pregnant, expecting their triad’s first and second children along with their third partner, Yair. Rachel shared how the three of them went about deciding to start a family, how they got pregnant, and how they navigate their triad. Her babies will be so lucky to have an open-minded, communicative mom! Rachel has a Master’s Degree in clinical psychology and runs her own psychotherapy practice for couples, non-traditional relationships, and individuals. She is also a trusted voice in the sexual wellness and relationships media space and hosts her own show: The Wright Conversations. For more on Ashley's story, follow her at https://rachelwrightnyc.com/ and @thewright_rachel.


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