Want to get on the same page as your spouse now that you have children? Let’s talk about how to approach these hard conversations (no matter what age your kids are!) to help you feel like a team again.    In this episode, my guest Ashley Chitty shares openly and honestly about the hurdles parenthood threw at her marriage and how they faced these challenges head on while keeping their relationship a priority.    Tune in to discover: How Ashley’s marriage evolved after welcoming children (and continues to evolve as her kids grow older) One game changing conversation every ..read more

Feeling loved is one of the most crucial aspects of a thriving marriage. In this episode, I share practical strategies to ensure that you and your partner feel loved and appreciated on a regular basis.   Tune in to discover: Challenging the validity of our thoughts about our spouse: are these perceptions actually true? One key component to showing love that often gets overlooked, especially for couples with children Whether you should plan intimacy or leave it to spontaneity (and surprising myth-busters about scheduling sex) Four proven connection rituals tailored for busy parents ..read more

The average time it takes couples from recognizing there’s a serious problem in their marriage to seeking counselling is SIX YEARS. I want you to feel loved and supported in your marriage NOW - so let’s face it head-on in this episode!   Tune in to discover: What marriage shutdown looks like, with real-life examples Why simply loving someone isn't enough for a strong marriage, especially with the added complexities of parenting Understanding that experiencing marriage shutdown doesn’t need to be shameful, and how to move forward without blame The key ingredients to getting out of ..read more

Get ready for a deep dive into some fascinating research findings that are going to revolutionize your marriage! I've sifted through the data to bring you insights that are going to be crazy useful in making your relationship the best it can be. Because in the realm of marriage, it's often the little things that make the biggest impact. Those everyday gestures of kindness, the heartfelt words of love and support—they're the secret sauce for a happy, fulfilling marriage.   Tune in to uncover: The powerful results of committing to daily acts of joy in your marriage Specific examples of ..read more

Ever feel like you're stuck in a loop with your spouse, replaying the same conversations over and over again? Or perhaps you leave discussions feeling more misunderstood and alone than before? Maybe you've even stopped having conversations altogether, knowing that nothing will ever change.   If any of these scenarios sound familiar, this episode is a must-listen. Because deep down, you long to feel validated, loved, and understood in your marriage – and guess what? It's entirely possible, even if emotional validation feels like an unattainable dream.   Tune in to discover: Real-lif ..read more

Have you heard the term default parent before? It’s something that impacts every household, yet not everyone is talking about it openly to create better relationship dynamics. Join me on this episode as I share more about what it means to be the default parent and how it affects your marriage.    Tune in to discover: What it really means to be the default parent Who usually ends up as the default parent, backed by research and 16 years in my own practice The symptoms and characteristics of default parent syndrome Common reasons for resentment in default parents (and what we c ..read more

Even when something as devastating as infidelity occurs, there is still hope that you can work towards the best marriage you’ve ever had. In this episode, I share a client’s experience of infidelity, and what we did in the very beginning and throughout this (admittedly messy) process. Prepare for goosebumps as we dive into a heartwarming follow-up over a year later - they're now stronger than ever! This is not just for couples going through infidelity, but anyone wanting to gain insights on how to feel better in their marriage!   Tune in for: The crucial first step towards healing after ..read more

Let’s unravel the mysteries of healthy relationships in our society. Because no one taught us how to have a healthy relationship (or marriage), so it makes sense that so many of us are struggling. Join us as we challenge common misconceptions and uncover the secrets to fostering deeper connections and greater happiness in your marriage.   Tune in to discover: The surprising truths about what we perceive as normal in relationships Debunking myths surrounding passion in marriage True or false: do our partners truly hold the key to fixing our feelings? Uncovering the unintended conse ..read more

“I don’t know what my needs are in my marriage after having kids, I just know they’re not being met.” Sound familiar?   In this eye-opening episode, I share the (not often talked about) challenges we face after welcoming children into our lives and the profound impact they have on our overall happiness and marital bliss.    Join me as I explore the hurdles of parenthood and share actionable strategies to strengthen our marriages amidst the chaos.   Let's normalize the inevitable dip in happiness (it's not your fault, nor your partner's!) and open up the conversation. Becaus ..read more

Welcome to the rollercoaster ride that was our life after welcoming our second child - it was simultaneously easier and more challenging than the first go-round.   Join me in this episode as I share the highs and lows of navigating parenthood round two with an international move and my spouse's deployment thrown into the mix. Find out what worked wonders in our marriage, what didn't quite hit the mark, and the unexpected twists we faced.   Tune in for: A game-changing move I made (and would totally repeat if more little ones were on the horizon) Our biggest and longest fight duri ..read more