In class the discussion was about early transitions in marriage. I would like to focus on one transition, having children. Having children actually lowers marital satisfaction.In some ways that is not all that surprising. It slowly decreases after each child is born, levels off and then raises again when children are out of the house. So what can we do to help our marriages be satisfying even when we have those "Baby Bumps in the Road."
1) Involve Dad-ALOT
Have him come along for doctors visits
Talk to him about what your experiencing as a mom
Plan together
2) Make time for the two of you
Have a Babymoon
Go on dates once a week
Be affectionate
"Have a 'Baby-Moon'" literally the best idea I've heard all night!
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