In this revealing and emotional chapter of Christine Brown’s post-Sister Wives journey, the former reality star pulls back the curtain on a deeply personal decision that stunned fans: her choice to sleep with David Woolley before marriage. But this wasn’t a spontaneous or rebellious move—it was an act of reclaiming agency, healing, and finally experiencing a kind of love she had long been denied.

Christine’s bombshell confession wasn’t just about intimacy—it was about emotional starvation. After 25 years in a spiritual marriage with Kody Brown that slowly dissolved into neglect and indifference, Christine explains that she had to break free from old expectations and redefine what love and connection meant for her. The decision to become intimate with David before marriage came after much reflection, not recklessness.

Her relationship with Kody, which began in 1994 and resulted in six children, started with promise. Christine recalled moments of joy and fun in the early years. But everything began to unravel when Kody brought Robyn, his fourth wife, into the plural marriage. The emotional landscape shifted. Christine started feeling unseen and unsupported—not just physically but emotionally and financially. What once felt like a shared life partnership became a dry, disconnected arrangement.

She revealed that their physical relationship had lost all meaning—it was mechanical, devoid of warmth or passion. Christine admitted that intimacy between them dwindled to just five times in the last year of their marriage, and even then, it felt like an obligation rather than an expression of love. Both felt used. When she asked Kody if things would ever change, his blunt response—“no”—was the last straw.

Her choice to leave wasn’t a sudden outburst, but a culmination of years of silence, feeling emotionally neglected, and realizing that the person she had once committed to had no intention of rebuilding their bond. Christine described that time as living in an “emotional desert.”

Enter David Woolley—a completely different presence in her life. With David, she found something she never truly experienced with Kody: authentic emotional support, attentiveness, and a deep romantic connection. It wasn’t just about physical attraction; it was about healing.

Christine decided to become intimate with David before marriage because she needed to be sure this time. After decades of feeling unloved, she wanted to know what a real, fulfilling connection felt like—before committing again. For her, it was about confirming the depth of their bond, not just following tradition. She emphasized that it wasn’t a casual decision—she and David were already deeply committed to one another. He was the first man, she said, who made her feel fully seen and loved on every level.

Christine’s growth since leaving Kody has been remarkable. She speaks openly about how she’s found confidence and freedom—how marrying David was the best decision of her life. She’s no longer bound by the rules and dynamics of plural marriage. Instead, she’s creating a future on her own terms. Her decision to go public with her story speaks volumes about the power of vulnerability, healing, and self-determination.

But not everything is smooth sailing. Christine is still facing an ongoing legal battle over custody of her youngest daughter, Truely Brown. After moving with Truely from Arizona to Utah to start her life with David, Christine encountered criticism from Kody. He questioned the legitimacy of her decisions and the environment she was creating. In a shocking move, Christine filed for child support and a declaration of paternity in 2024, since Kody was not on Truely’s birth certificate and they were never legally married.

The custody case is still unfolding, with mediation scheduled for May 2025. Fans are watching closely, offering support through social media and expressing admiration for Christine’s courage. Many have praised her for prioritizing her own happiness and Truely’s well-being over religious expectations or societal norms.

As Christine continues this new chapter with David, the message is clear: sometimes, in order to find true love and peace, you have to break away from tradition and reclaim your own story. Whether or not one agrees with her choices, Christine’s honesty and growth offer a powerful narrative of resilience, self-love, and starting over.