Having a baby is a big decision that lasts for the rest of your life and changes everything—and we mean everything. Sadly, most couples spend more time talking about what house they want to buy than how they plan to raise their kids. So, before you and your partner decide to 'go forth and multiply' think about whether you're ready for the responsibility and if you see eye … [Read more...] about 8 Questions Couples Need to Ask Before Having Kids
Marriage & Divorce
10 Ways to Impress Your In-laws
There's an unwritten rule in the wedding vows: marry a guy, and you accept his parents—or at least, try to get through a family reunion without killing each other before dessert. Here are some ways to impress your in-laws and even lay the foundation for a healthy and even enriching relationship. … [Read more...] about 10 Ways to Impress Your In-laws
8 Steps to Fix a Relationship After an Affair
Infidelity is arguably the worst thing that can happen to destroy a marriage. When either partner cheats, the relationship is strained to its limits. In some cases, it is never mended, but it is by no means an absolute end. The truth of the matter is that many couples have moved past infidelity and have gone on to rebuild their relationships. While this is possible, it … [Read more...] about 8 Steps to Fix a Relationship After an Affair
8 great date ideas for busy couples
You (and every married couple in the world) know the importance of 'couple time.' However, real life often gets in the way of romance. Household chores, clingy kids, and the stress of a job that puts food on the table take their physical and emotional toll. Nobody can blame you if you'd rather sleep than have sex, or if your conversations sound more like a project meeting … [Read more...] about 8 great date ideas for busy couples
5 steps to stop fighting over money
The number one reason for divorce isn't infidelity or even physical abuse. It's money. Couples get sick about fighting over it: who controls it, where it goes, and even how much they need. That's because money means so much more than dollars and sense. It represents power, freedom, dreams and values, and even define family dynamics. So the next time you and your partner … [Read more...] about 5 steps to stop fighting over money