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Relationships

How you + your partner can always be on the same team—even in times of conflict

Based on research, this powerful method can transform barriers of hurt and misunderstanding into bridges of connection.

Updated Mar. 15, 2022

Dear husband: When I forget to see you…

Today, and every day, I want you to know...you are my favorite.

Updated Mar. 15, 2022

Dear husband: Thank you for filling our lives with joy

In case we forget to tell you–because we will definitely forget to tell you–you make the whole world turn round.

Updated Mar. 15, 2022

My fellow mama martyrs: Say ‘yes’ the next time someone offers help

Even mamas need some help. And there’s no shame in that. ?

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Dear husband: I love watching you be a father

I am SO happy for our children, because they have the gift of you.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

The one thing any couple can do for a better connection

Ask what is true about your partner today—not five years ago.

Updated Mar. 15, 2022

10 Father’s Day gifts he’ll actually want

These are the 10 gifts he actually wants this year.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

How complaining—but not criticizing—can help your marriage

Satisfied couples don’t lack things to complain about. They’ve discovered how to complain without criticizing.

Updated Nov. 30, 2022

Mom Friends Are Just Friends

Why you should make Mom friends right now!

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

When you’re too exhausted for date night, that’s when you need it most

Balancing parenting and dating your spouse can be hard. But what did we sign up for? Something easy?

Updated Mar. 15, 2022

4 ways parents can balance family + couple time

Studies show the amount of fun couples have together is correlated to marital success.

Updated Feb. 22, 2025

To my husband: I wouldn’t want to be here with anyone but you

Life looks a bit different—sometimes better, sometimes not. But this love makes it all OK.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

You will not have the children you wanted to have

You will not get the baby you think you deserve. Or the baby you think deserves you. You will just get the perfect baby.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

5 Mistakes Partners Make During Labor

And what to do instead for labor support.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Why Moms Should Network With Other Moms

5 ways connecting with other moms can be beneficial.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

How to Get a New Mom Out of the House

6 ways to help your BFF leave the safety of her living room.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Dear Husband: Most of all, thank you for the things no one asked you to do

“Thank you” often goes without saying—when it actually deserves to be said the most.

Updated Aug. 02, 2022

How a Traveling Dad Can be a Present Dad

André Hueston Mack gets honest about the entrepreneurial juggle.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

In celebration of the Mom Squad

8. We accept. We love. We recognize that we are all different and we need each other so. very. badly.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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