Episode Details

Having kids is going to change your relationship — that's inevitable. But that doesn't mean your partnership is doomed after you have kids. Eli Weinstein, LCSW therapist, host of The Dude Therapist and author of From I Do to We Do is here to break down our most pressing questions about partnership as parents.

Think...

• Is marriage supposed to feel hard?
• Will we be okay without date nights?
• Is it normal for my marriage to feel different now that we have kids?
• How do I address issues in my marriage when I just don't have the emotional capacity for another tough conversation?
• Am I terrible person for losing my patience with the people I love the most?
• Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce don't fight...is that #relationshipgoals?

Anita and Zara talk to Eli about the way marriage and partnership change for members of the sandwich generation. 

Chapters:

00:00 Understanding Relationship Dynamics
02:10 The Impact of Parenthood on Relationships
04:06 Millennials and Relationship Challenges
06:40 Navigating Change in Relationships
09:30 The Reality of Disconnection in Parenting
10:03 Navigating Resentment in Relationships
12:32 The Importance of Communication and Vulnerability
13:29 Utilizing Journals for Relationship Clarity
16:32 Daily Check-Ins: A Tool for Connection
20:55 Understanding the Challenges of Marriage
22:43 The Balance of Kindness and Patience
26:44 Managing External Stressors in Relationships
29:40 The Myth of Fairness in Partnerships
32:17 The Importance of Acknowledgment in Relationships
35:06 Navigating Social Media Comparisons
37:50 Understanding Relationship Dynamics and Communication
41:36 Addressing Resentment and Building Connection
45:06 Creative Ways to Date Your Partner
49:38 Coping with Grief and Caregiving in Relationships
52:13 Millennial Sandwich Generation Insights

Topics covered: Marriage after kids, marriage, communication, therapy, millennial parenting, social media and relationship expectations, dating your spouse

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