Is Having a Baby Causing Marriage Blues?

After the birth of the first baby (and the ones after), parents frequently face the challenge of keeping their marriage a loving, thriving one. Along with the gargantuan tasks of parenting (especially if you don’t have nannies and regular babysitters), the two of you must be able to balance your time for yourselves, for your careers, for your social lives, and most importantly, for each other.

Problems with Parenting

Since raising kids can take so much time and effort, the married couple may often feel tired and forget to take care of themselves and each other. In place of going on dates, having sex, and bonding over hobbies, the couple may prefer staying at home, resting peacefully by themselves, or sleeping.

Conflicts also arise when they don’t see eye to eye on their unique parenting styles. For instance, one may be a disciplinarian while the other insists on spoiling the kids. Other times, a spouse may feel that the other is not pulling enough weight in taking care of their child.

Forging Strength against Strife

Marriage counseling can help in resolving intimacy issues, relationship problems, and even parenting struggles. With parenting workshops or private couple’s therapies, you and your partner can discuss your problems openly, find resolutions that both of you feel comfortable with, and look for ways you can keep the health and happiness of your relationship with each other.