communication

Three Things Couples Need Right Now

Three Things Couples Need Right Now

There are times when all marriages or relationships are stressful and can feel like they are ‘on the edge’. How couples approach, communicate and treat each other during these more difficult times can sometimes be the difference between a relationship nose-diving, surviving or thriving.

Baby Friendly Conflict

Baby Friendly Conflict

Having a baby is normally an exciting and joyful time for a couple, so it might be surprising to find that the first year after baby is also a time of more conflict between partners. In fact, a whopping 92% of parents report increased disagreements during this time - and this was BEFORE the current virus crisis!

Emotionally Aware Parenting

Emotionally Aware Parenting

Babies come with intense joy, love and wonder but the responsibilities of caring for them 24/7 is also likely to bring periods of frustration, boredom or loneliness. Add fatigue into the mix and most parents find that the highs are higher and the lows are lower. There’s ways to manage this.

The Smallest Word that Makes the Biggest Difference: "I"

The Smallest Word that Makes the Biggest Difference: "I"

Your relationship with your partner is unique, so it makes sense that how you relate to each other would be unique, too. Your partner knows you intimately and has the power to both hold you up or pull you down like no one else. You have the same power with your partner too.

Nine ways to plan for your first Christmas with baby.

Nine ways to plan for your first Christmas with baby.

While the festive period is a unique time of year for most families, whether an extended family, blended family or a single parent family, if you’re a brand new parent of a newborn or even an 11 month old, this is your first Christmas together as a family of three so it’s going to be an extra special holiday. You’ll want it to be memorable for all the right reasons – and that has a lot to do with your expectations.

Couples at Christmas: 6 things every couple should discuss BEFORE the holidays

Couples at Christmas: 6 things every couple should discuss BEFORE the holidays

The Holidays. It’s a time of year that promotes joy, harmony and togetherness. And often arguing,disagreement and falling out over how to actually achieve this!

Discussion, finding areas of agreement and some forward planning can help you both achieve the celebration that’s right for your family.

Here’s 6 key areas you’d do well to discuss NOW in order to enjoy an (almost) stress-free, loving end of year:

When Your Sex Needs Differ

When Your Sex Needs Differ

It’s common for couples at ANY life stage to have different libidos, let alone when that particular stage involves intense fatigue, extra stresses and little listening ears. Knowing how to manage this can make this phase more passing than permanent for you and your partner.