Let us know how you enjoyed this episode!This episode was inspired by a new Instagram follower who currently has difficulty not letting her anger out on her husband when they're in a fight and wants to learn how to manage her anger to keep their arguments productive.In this episode of the Marriage and Motherhood podcast, I share my own experience with personal growth in handling conflict and communication within marriage and how it's helped with relationship dynamics for myself and my clients...

Let us know how you enjoyed this episode!When you're a child of divorce, it changes your outlook on marriage.In this episode of the Marriage and Motherhood Podcast, I am joined by Jen Sulak and we explore lessons learned from growing up in divorced families and how those experiences impacted our adult relationships and parenting. Tune in to hear us dive into:- the impact of divorce on our relationships- reflecting on our parents' marriages and the generational cycle of relationship...

Let us know how you enjoyed this episode!Every marriage has its challenges and everyone experiences conflict with their spouse. But, when you're in an argument with your spouse, are you making negative assumptions about their behavior and letting that drive how you react and behave towards them?Doing this could be the cause of all the misunderstandings you're having with each other and this episode will be covering what you can do to reduce the misunderstandings so that you can have calmer an...

Let us know how you enjoyed this episode!Have you noticed your marriage started to really go downhill and feel HARD after having kids?You're not alone, most couples go through this adjustment period after having kids and in this episode, fellow marriage coach Nevart Willborn and I are diving deep into this topic and this is a MUST LISTEN if you're in the thick of it in your marriage since becoming parents.In this episode of the Marriage and Motherhood Podcast, we talk about:- the difference b...

Let us know how you enjoyed this episode!Do you find it hard to stay calm during an argument with your spouse?You aren't alone. Tune into this episode to hear my response to someone who asked me how to handle a fight with your partner without losing it on them and making things worse when you're feeling angry.In this episode of the Marriage and Motherhood Podcast, I discuss:- managing your anger and frustration during disagreements- the importance of personal growth and self awareness in marr...

Let us know how you enjoyed this episode!From growing up viewing periods as an annoyance, learning how to better understand my menstrual cycle has been life-changing and in my opinion, isn't talked about enough.We are not the same as men (clearly), but learning to know our bodies better and how our energy levels work can help us be our best selves and work WITH ourselves rather than against it.In this episode of the Marriage and Motherhood Podcast, I am joined by menstrual cycle coach and hos...

Let us know how you enjoyed this episode! Are you ready to have a marriage that isn't just better than your parents but how you want it? In this episode of The Marriage & Motherhood Podcast, I explore one of many parallels between marriage and motherhood and that's how important it is to shift our focus to breaking cycles to allow us to experience our marriage more fully. Tune in to hear me dive into: - breaking negative cycles and improving communication within relationships - the...

Let us know how you enjoyed this episode! Do you have neurodiverse kids or suspect your child is neurodiverse and desperately wish things could be easier when it comes to parenting? In this episode, I am joined by Michelle McVittie, a child life specialist and parenting coach to discuss the complexities of parenting neurodiverse kids including ADHD and anxiety. Tune into this episode to hear us dive into: - understanding and navigating the world of neurodiversity - strategies for managing...

Are you sick of having arguments with your husband always turn out the same way? If you're ready to try something new so that you can turn your arguments into transformative conversations that will leave your marriage stronger and you two feeling more connected as a team, then this episode is for you! In this episode of the Marriage and Brotherhood Podcast, I share two simple ways to improve how fights turn out with your husband. Tune in to hear me dive into: - 2 things to start doing to...

If you often wonder why your kid(s) are so much more difficult to parent than your friends' kids, this episode is for you! In this episode of the Marriage and Motherhood Podcast, I'm joined by Dr. Samantha Goldman, a pediatric occupational and feeding therapist where we talk about how understanding sensory challenges can help improve family dynamics. Tune in to hear us dive into: - understanding sensory challenges in children - what a pediatric occupational therapist does - signs your child...

If you've ever felt like getting into any disagreement meant impending drama and fighting with your husband, then you need to tune into this episode. In this episode I share one simple tactic you can use to avoid disagreements from escalating. This is going to help save you so much drama and strengthen your marriage. Listen in to hear me share: - what effective communication actually means - the key to transforming arguments into effective communication - how to create connection through...

Have a teen and feel like you have no idea what happened to your parent-child relationship? Us too. In this episode of the Marriage and Motherhood Podcast, I am joined by Jennifer Delliquadri, Parent & Teen Coach to discuss the challenges and strategies for maintaining a strong connection with your teen. In this episode we dive into: - the challenges of raising teenagers - tips on staying connected with your teenager - the teenage mindset and helping them foster independence - shifting...

Bringing it back to an oldie but a goodie from Episode 5! If you've ever asked yourself how your marriage got to where it is now, where you feel disconnected, like you're just roommates doing this parenting thing together, then this is a MUST listen. In this episode, I dive into: - the importance of self care in relationships - why women often put themselves last - the undeniable benefits of self care - practical self care strategies for busy moms - the consequences of neglecting self...

Does life after kids feel more like you're living the same day on repeat? Like you're constantly on autopilot and you've lost yourself? In this episode of the Marriage and Motherhood Podcast, I'm joined by Kari Cravalho to discuss the common experience of mothers going into autopilot mode and losing touch with their identity amidst the demands of parenthood. Tune in to hear her share: - the impact of living life off autopilot - what your essence is - practical steps for identifying one's...

When your spouse shares how tired or busy they are, do you meet them with compassion or do you jump in say how much more tired you are aka compete with them? In this episode of the Marriage and Motherhood podcast, I share: - how and why you may be unintentionally competing with your spouse - how one-upping your partner hinders emotional intimacy and connection - how you can transform competition into collaboration to nurture your relationship Thanks for listening! Connect and send a...

Are you a mom that tries all the popular parenting advice only to see it NOT work for your kids? In this episode of the Marriage and Motherhood Podcast, I'm joined by Anouk Godbout, a seasoned social worker specializing in supporting parents of emotionally intense and special needs children. Tune in to the episode to hear: - the challenges of parenting emotionally intense kids - how parenting emotionally intense kids affects your marriage - the grieving process of parenting emotionally...

Have you noticed a shift in how you feel about life, about marriage and even about yourself since you became a mom? Maybe less motivation, less joy, and more anger and frustration? In this episode, I am joined by Michelle Solger, Certified Mental Wellness Coach, and we dive into navigating mental health when moms are postpartum. We're all familiar with postpartum depression, but did you know that it's different than clinical depression? Tune in to the episode to hear Michelle dive into: -...

In this episode, join me as I dive into the most important thing to keep in mind and focus on to help you navigate conflict successfully in your marriage.  In this episode, I share: - Understanding the dynamics of arguments in married couples - Why difficult conversations with your spouse go wrong - Goals for conflict - The #1 thing you need to focus on to get through conflict successfully Here's the workbook I referenced: How To Handle Conflict With Confidence Thanks for...

Are you a stickler for your kids getting enough sleep but settled for just a measly 4-5 hours of sleep for yourself? Do you find yourself getting frustrated more easily, get into more arguments with your spouse, and feel more stressed out as a whole since having kids? Sleep could be the reason why! Well, more like a lack of sleep. In this episode I am joined by Jade Zammit, Infant & Child Sleep Consultant, to discuss the science behind sleep and what is going on that has us feeling the...

Do you miss your sex drive after having kids? I hear way too often how sex after marriage, especially after kids becomes non-existent, so let's talk about it! In this episode I am joined by Geta Barbu, Gut Health Practitioner and Certified Nutritionist, to discuss ways women can increase their libido using food! In this episode, Geta dives into: - the connection between gut health and libido - what happens after child birth that leads to a lower sex drive - how what we eat can impact our...

Resentment is something everyone feels from time to time throughout the life of their marriage. While resentment is common in marriage, it doesn't have to tear your marriage apart so that you two are eternally miserable in a co-parenting roommate dynamic or send you straight down the road to divorce. What if you started seeing resentment as a valuable clue to how you can make your marriage better? So that you can feel closer and more satisfied in it? In this episode of The Marriage &...

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the hustle and busy-ness of motherhood? In this episode of The Marriage & Motherhood Podcast, I am joined by Sarah Parise as we dive into how to turn your stressful days into calmer, more harmonious moments with your kids and husband. In this episode, we discuss: - self-neglect among moms - simple sustainable self-care practices that fit into any mom's busy schedule - the importance of practicing mindfulness Sarah Parise is a certified personal trainer...

Are arguments that last hours on end a regular occurrence in your marriage? In this episode, join me as I dive into how you can handle disagreements differently so that you can not only get through them faster, but also come out stronger as a couple. In this episode, I share: - the ultimate goal of conflict - my personal experience with arguments - one thing you can do differently to improve your conflict resolution skills - what I've learned about effective communication and the positive...

How often do you find yourself breaking promises you've made to yourself? Because of mom guilt, because you prioritize others wants and needs over yourselves... In this episode, I chat with Dena Farash, Positive Discipline Educator to talk all about how why it's so important for you to keep your promises to yourself. Listen in as she shares: - What it means if you're unhappy in your life - The two types of women there are - The most powerful question you can ask yourself - The example you're...