Welcome to How We Get Thru, the podcast where we share stories, mental health insights, and healing advice on life's everyday challenges. I'm your host, Jen, a licensed therapist and founder of the How We Get Thru app. Today's guest is Abby Nordquist, a licensed couples’ therapist in Syracuse, New York.

In this episode Abby and I unpack why conflict spikes during the first few years of parenthood. And why making major decisions together can feel like an uphill battle. Listen in as we dive into these issues and the impact of post-pandemic stressors on couples and parents.

Transitioning into parenthood has its own unique set of challenges and requires a strong and secure relationship foundation. Abby and I discuss the critical role of intentionality and problem-solving in keeping a relationship afloat while navigating the needs of a new baby. We also dissect the process of making major decisions as a couple - the hurdles, the triumphs, and everything in between. From Abby's insights, learn how to navigate these decision-making instances to strengthen your relationship foundation, foster understanding, and emerge stronger, even if the journey seems daunting. This episode is a goldmine of insights for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of relationship dynamics under stress.

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