We all want connection. We all want to be seen, to be truly known, to be treasured and feel valued. As women, (and men) we especially look for this in relationships and sometimes fall into the trap of trying to make a physical relationship into an intimate one.

Well, it takes intimacy to build a long-lasting relationship in the sack and beyond. This according to celebrity doctor, Dr Mthembeni Tebelele. He joins this episode of the Health For Mzansi podcast for a two-part series on intimacy in the month of love.

Tebelele is based in Gqeberha, and is a general practitioner with more that 20 years of experience in family medicine.

General practitioner, Dr Mthembeni Tebelele. Photo: Supplied/Health For Mzansi