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Episode 2333:

New parenthood often brings stress, particularly around differing parenting styles, intimacy issues, dividing chores, and financial strains. April Eldemire from Gottman.com offers actionable insights on how couples can strengthen their relationship by fostering empathy, improving communication, and addressing these challenges as a team. This approach helps new parents maintain a healthy relationship while adjusting to life with a baby.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.gottman.com/blog/4-key-issues-new-parents-partner-solve/

Quotes to ponder:

"Communicating effectively is key, so be sure to schedule some time to discuss parenting even just 10 minutes a day of quality face time can drastically increase a couple’s friendship and intimacy."

"Your partner trusts you enough to be vulnerable and wants a positive sex life, and it is a crucial time to respect that trust and vulnerability."

"The two of you are a team, and while raising a child is a big challenge, you have each other’s backs."

Episode references:

USDA Report on the Cost of Raising a Child: https://www.usda.gov

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