I hate fighting! I hate how quickly I can go from adoring my wife to vehemently opposing her. But fights happen. Fortunately, research has shown that couples that fight are more likely to stay together longer. Unfortunately, most of us fight in a really detrimental and destructive manner that greatly harms the entire family. As a marriage & family therapist, I have a front … [Read more...] about How to have a Good Fight – 4 Keys
How to have a Baby & Still have Sex – 5 Keys
Babies can devastate your sex life and if you aren't careful, destroy your relationship. Here are 5 Keys to thriving in this tough time. The birth of my child was mind-blowing, but my sex life took a big hit. Sex is our way to play, to be close, to feel wanted and loved. Having those moments of connection makes the inherently difficult moments of parenting a lot more … [Read more...] about How to have a Baby & Still have Sex – 5 Keys
How to Baby Proof your Marriage
I was really scared and super excited when my wife was pregnant with my daughter. Fortunately, my defensive response to anxiety is to educate and plan. The planning we did made the first year of parenting a remarkable joy. Unfortunately, that first year is hell for far too many new parents. So many divorces happen because of the trauma of those challenging months. In this … [Read more...] about How to Baby Proof your Marriage
How to Change your Husband! (or Wife)
Don't you wish you could change your husband or wife at times?! As much as I love my partner, there are a few things they do that deeply annoy me. Unfortunately, our efforts to change others usually stink. Sure, we need to accept them for who they are, but we also need to be able to work as a dynamic team and that takes each of us changing how we act to make the family thrive. … [Read more...] about How to Change your Husband! (or Wife)