Holding Space

152: Parenting Together When You Feel Miles Apart


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Have you ever noticed how much harder parenting feels when things are tense between you and your partner? Maybe you start off trying to calm your kids in the back seat… and somehow end up arguing about the volume of the music. Or one of you sets a boundary with your child, the other undermines it, and suddenly you’re in a standoff that feels way bigger than it should.

In this episode, Dr. Cassidy explores how the stress of parenting can shake the foundation of even the strongest relationships, and what you can do to reconnect when the patience runs thin and the reactions run hot.

In this episode you’ll learn how to:

  • Recognize why parenting amplifies relational stress
  • Use “reserves check-ins” to communicate needs and prevent resentment
  • Shift from “me vs. you” to “us vs. the cycle”
  • Bring repair, rest, and appreciation back into your partnership


You’ll also hear simple ways to rebuild connection that don’t require date nights, fancy plans, or extra childcare - just small, intentional moments that help you remember you’re on the same team.

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