The Marriage & Motherhood Podcast
If you're a mama whose marriage has become increasingly disconnected and difficult after kids, this podcast is for you. Join host Michelle Purta each week as she has open and honest conversations about what it takes to have a successful and healthy marriage focusing on healthy communication and deep connection.
While mom life can feel rewarding, it can also feel like losing yourself. You trade in your self care for self sacrifice and your marriage takes a backseat or no seat at all as you juggle this crazy life where it feels like all you do is chores, take care of the kids, and work.
Well, here is the space where you get to be reminded that you don't have to choose between being a good mom and having a great marriage. Being happily married is a skill and skills can be learned, so tune in weekly to get your dose of how to upgrade your experience of marriage through motherhood!
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The Marriage & Motherhood Podcast
Ep. 156 - Keeping Your Marriage Strong After Kids with Hazel Walker
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How Motherhood Changes Marriage
In this episode, I am joined by Hazel Walker, a licensed marriage and family therapist, and we explored how motherhood impacts marriages. Hazel shares her personal journey of navigating motherhood and how it led her to support other moms and couples through her therapy and coaching programs. If you're a mom and your marriage has taken a turn for the worst, you'll definitely want to listen to this!
Here's a peek into what we talked about:
- Challenges of Motherhood and Mental Health
- Impact of Motherhood on Marriage
- Setting Up Marriages for Success
- Prioritizing Yourself: A Non-Negotiable
- Division of Labor at Home
- Managing Household Standards
- Family Dynamics and Expectations
- Narrative Therapy in Relationships
- Self-Awareness and Communication
This episode is chock full of insight and tips. Enjoy it and let us know what you loved most about it!
Connect with Hazel!
Website: www.itsaparentlytime.com
IG: @itsaparentlytime
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