Pregnancy, and then the toll of taking care of a newborn, can make it very easy for marriage to take a back seat. However, couples need quality time. It's crucial to stay connected to your spouse (you need emotional support now more than ever!) plus it can be a much-needed form of relief amid the parenting stress. Here are some tips. … [Read more...] about Rekindling the romance after having a baby
Love & Relationships
Surprising benefits of keeping a journal
Many people give up on keeping a journal. They write one or two entries, and lose interest. But keeping a journal is a lot like sticking to an exercise routine: it's sometimes fun, sometimes frustrating, requires a lot of effort—but can help you live longer, happier lives. Here are some benefits of keeping a journal. … [Read more...] about Surprising benefits of keeping a journal
5 Habits of Cheerful People
There are some people who just seem to take everything in stride. Even if they're just as stressed or tired as we are, they are able to bounce back faster and to keep their head clear and their spirits high. Here are their secrets. … [Read more...] about 5 Habits of Cheerful People
Confront and conquer your deepest fears
Everyone is afraid of something. Fear is a primal emotion, a natural survival mechanism when our mind feels your safety is threatened. It doesn't have to make sense (a kid can be afraid of a vacuum cleaner; you could be afraid of public speaking) but it is, nevertheless, real to us. How do we get it under control? … [Read more...] about Confront and conquer your deepest fears
How to deal with emotional cheating
Emotional cheating is when your partner seems to have a stronger emotional connection to somebody else. They may not be having sex, but there is definitely intimacy. How to tell when it's something serious. If your husband is constantly talking about a female friend in the office, ask yourself: … [Read more...] about How to deal with emotional cheating