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Unhappy Marriage After Baby? Communication Tips for Navigating Parenthood & Parenting | Episode 6
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It is quite common for couples to lose their edge as they enter parenthood.
If you have even felt like your relationship has changed after having kids or that the parenting challenges are getting in the way of your relationship, you’re not alone.
In this episode, we explore why so many marriages and partnerships seem to face relationship issues, especially in the first year of a baby- and this includes couples with solid foundations.
By looking at the unspoken feelings that mothers and fathers experience at the onset of parenthood, we explore tips for establishing open communication and reconnecting with our partners to strengthen the bond and the family unit as a whole.
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Find the full transcript HERE.
***Resources mentioned in the episode
Episode on how our inner child influences the way we parent: Episode 3
Journaling Prompt Questions
- What emotions have I felt most strongly this week regarding parenthood?
- What specific situations triggered these feelings?
- How have I communicated these feelings to my partner, if at all?
4., What is one thing I wish I could express more freely?
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Markella Kaplani, M.A.
Clinical-Counseling Psychologist
Parenthood & Relationship Coach
Matrescence Coach, Facilitator, & Activist
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