Welcome back couple schoolers, this week we have a write in from a new Mum who is struggling to adjust to the demands of family life and being a parent. Pregnancy and childbirth are much discussed events but the loneliness that can be experienced particularly during your child's early years isn't really discussed enough. The transition can be a difficult one for either or both parents as you adjust from a life of your interests and care being the primary focus to one where very often the...

When things happen in a relationship we don't always have the answers or know how to handle it and so having a fresh perspective or just someone to pull you back in check before you begin World War III can be handy. However Theres a fine line between airing your laundry and asking for help/advice and you have to be very selective on who you ask that advice and make sure they understand the role you have asked them to fulfil. This week we discuss a couple who are facing a challenge in the...

Welcome back to another episode of The Couple School Podcast!!!! This week we have another semi tricky situation to discuss, what happens when your body changes due to child birth but now your husband is no longer attracted to you? Sounds crazy right?? You gain a baby but lost your partner!! It actually happens more than you would think, we can't help what we are attracted to and often in a long term marriage partners go through phases where they aren't as attracted to each other due to...

Welcome back Couple School family!! This weeks podcast is a tricky, sticky one. How do you tell your Wife's Mum its time to move out when she has been helping you with the kids? Its great when you have that support from a family member at the time you needed the support, however when you feel that time has expired and they haven't taken a hint you may need to lead with a more direct conversation.  That being said as discussed in this weeks episode when it comes to matters like this where...

MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE!!!!! This week we talking SEX baby!! Should we be getting jiggy between the sheets before marriage or is it best to do it as it once was and waiting until your wedding night and then find out your partners most intimate parts? It's an interesting subject, there are merits to be found on both sides. Have a watch and let us know your thoughts in the comments. On this special day we would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a very Merry Christmas, we hope...

We cover a lot of sensitive subjects on this podcast and its a great opportunity to raise awareness.  This subject is one that usually goes under the radar. The loneliness that can experience is levels deeper than that of our female counterparts now whilst I do believe that there is always something you can do about a bad thing it lack of awareness and so compassion that this subject gets triggers me. Have a listen to the podcast and let us know your thoughts in the comments. Don't forget...

Welcome back Couple Schoolers this week we have a couple that have been together for 10 years and love each other dearly but the sex has gone stale. She now wants to introduce another guy into the relationship but isn't sure Hubby will go for it.  As time is moving on her need to be satisfied is causing her to contemplate cheating, not something that she wants to do but in her words "her needs are getting wild" Check out the episode as Charmaine and Andrew break down the situation, raise a...

How we doing Couple Schoolers welcome back to the podcast!! This week we have a situation where one person calls a break and while on that break the other person restarts a relationship with their ex!! This one see's Andrew change his mind after some personal recollection and some great insight from Charmaine around expectations during a break and whether they are a good idea in the first place. Have a listen to the podcast and let us know what you think. Do you agree that they must have...

Welcome back to The Couple School Podcast this week we had a gentleman write in who feels that his 7 year relationship has gone stale and he wants to know if he should stick it out or consider leaving.    We know that this is a common occurrence in relationships that make it past the opening sequence of bedroom antics and fancy dinners out. Once you have a couple years in the tank you have to realise that work is required to keep things interesting and keep both parties interested in each...

Welcome back to The Couple School Podcast, this weeks topic believe it or not is more common than you would think. Whilst technology has made it easier to stay connected with the people we know and care about the amount of connection within families is actually reducing as people make less efforts to maintain physical contact. That being said whilst we cannot really help who we find attractive it is our responsibility to manage what we do about it. In this episode the young lady in question...

Welcome back to The Couple School Podcast, in this episode we have a young lady that is trying to find love in all the wrong places. She has been single for a while and enjoys the game of swiping left and right can't get a serious option and is now thinking that she is undateable. Is she undateable? Should she give up?  Can you find love through internet dating? During this episode we get under the bonnet and discuss whether internet dating works or should you resort to more conventional...

In this episode we have a wife and mother that is killing it in her work place but her promotions have taken her away from the family and caused distance in her relationship. Her husband isn't happy and now their future has some challenges. Should she not go for promotions to appease her husband? Should he just keep his mouth shut as if she is progressing the family is? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below. Also if you haven't done so already hit the subscribe button and join...

Welcome back for another episode of The Couple School Podcast, this week we are looking into couple that have a perceived mismatch in appeal and digging into the reasons for that perception and the implications of it on the relationship and the individuals within it.  Charmaine and Andrew share their honest experiences and advice for people involved in a similar situation or have come out of one. Do you think that someone can be out of another persons league based on how they look? Is it...

In this episode we discuss should you partner have a problem with how you make your money? Should they even have a say in how you make your money? If you are bringing in enough to pay the bills does morality come into it? In the world we live in today there are extremely creative ways to make money and the online community is forever growing and paying to fund how far your imagination is prepared to stretch, but in the world of relationships do they or more importantly should they stretch...

For our first time listeners and viewers welcome, if you've been here before welcome back, if you have subscribed, thank you, if you haven't then please do so lol. This week was an interesting one as it covered a couple challenges in one. Dating someone that is half your ages presents its on set of unique obstacles to face and get over whether thats in an attempt to start a long term relationship or just a fling, but when you also add in a connection like the person you are contemplating...

If this is your first listen then welcome, if you are a regular then welcome back!! This one was a tricky one for your coaches as we deal with the stereotypes people face when they have made decisions in their past that people tend to judge you for in your present. Honesty in a relationship is key but how much should you share especially when you feel that your current partner may decide that its too much for them to deal with. Check out the episode and let us know what you think in the...

In this episode we take on the brand new relationship debate game "Bob In The UK" its a brand new card debate game designed to help couples discuss the subjects that often get missed, open to each other and get to know each others that level deeper. The questions are designed to be triggering and definitely get you to focus your mind and air your opinions on things and playfully disagree with the other persons. We really enjoyed filming this episode, it presented a very different...

In this episode Charmaine took the driving seat with a scenario that she ha received relating to a transition in a friendship. Two best friends where one has now got married and had children and so our person writing in was having difficulty adjusting to the dynamic change and wondered if the friendship was still valid or if it was now time to call it a day. Check out the episode and let us know what you think in the comments. If you are new to the channel then welcome!!!! don't forget to...

Welcome back to The Couple School Podcast, we both love the show and so had to do it!! In this episode we open up our opinions on the couples in the show, the show so far and everything in between. If you haven't seen it yet then it's a must to see. Whilst we believe most of the individuals in the show are there for the right reasons some of them definitely are there to seek fame and potential fortune. If you haven't already catch the show on Channel 4 the entertainment value on it is a 10...

Welcome back to The Couple School Podcast, this week Charmaine pose’s the question “If a woman only dates a guy with money does that make her a gold digger??” We had so much fun opening this one up, watch the episode and let us know your thoughts in the comments. Also don’t forget to join us on Instagram LIVE on Tuesday at 20:30 where you can hear our thoughts on the matter further elaborated and also join in the conversation and have your say. Thank you all for your support of the...

Should you tell your current partner if your previous partners were the same sex?  Should it matter if you find out after you are already involved and you find out that your partner is bisexual?   Yes we all have the right to express ourselves in which ever way we choose but is non disclosing your previous orientations removing your presents partners right to choose?   Let us know your thoughts in the comments and don't forget to join us for Couple School After School on Tuesday at 20:30...

Welcome back ladies and gentlemen, now what do you do if you meet the love of your life, everything is going well then you find out that one of your best friends is his ex. Then further to that they have rocky history where he broke her heart into tiny pieces and now wants you to dump him because of what he did to her!! Would you stay or would you leave him? Is the past just the past or a premonition for whats to come?  Once a cheater always a cheater? We get into it all check out the...

Welcome back!! Todays subject is all about dating people with children from previous relationships and blended families.  It's an interesting subject one that both Charmaine and Andrew both have lots of experience in.   As usual lets us know your thoughts in the comments and don't forget to join us for Couple School After School on Tuesday at 20:30 on Instagram LIVE where we will be breaking it down even further and taking your thoughts and opinions live!!

Welcome back to The Couple School Podcast, this weeks episode is an interesting one there seems to be a serious disconnect and rising problem with people and their abilities to maintain relationships.  Was it better back in the day or simply different with different issues to face?   We are going through it all and much more including a discussion on the latest announcement from Love Island of the launch of an over 40's show   As usual let us know you care by subscribing to the channel and...

Sex toys!!!!!  The pros the cons, should you shouldn't you? we are going through it all people!!  We had a lady write in to the show stating that she and her other half decided to go on a rampant journey of discovery that did go as planned.    Check out the cast and let us know what you think, have you ever played with sex toys by yourself or within a relationship? Did it enhance things or cause problems we want to know.   Don't forget to check in to Couple School After School on Tuesday...