Monica Hinderer joins Doug to discuss how children impact a marriage. They discuss relationship challenges including the effect on intimacy, finances and identity shifts.  

Listener questions and comments:

• Pete - Having kids gave me a reason to work harder. It was the proudest moment of my life. Having people around to support you is helpful. (13:19)
• Cindy - My sister has been friends with a guy for three years and recently started dating him. They’re already talking about getting married in December. What are your thoughts? Should they date longer? She no longer practices the Catholic faith, and they met at a nondenominational church. (20:56)
• Mark - What is the best advice I can give to a married couple struggling with sleep deprivation? (46:49)

Resources

Marriage Unhindered

https://www.marriageunhindered.com/

Happy Marriage for Life

https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/

Monica Hinderer

https://www.monicahinderer.com/

Bringing Baby Home

https://www.gottman.com/bringing-baby-home-for-parents/