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Having children is the best experience of my life, but it can also make it harder to keep your marriage strong.
When you’re busy with work, taking care of kids, and managing a home, it’s easy to forget about your relationship with your spouse.
As with anything, some effort is needed so you can keep your marriage healthy and happy.
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Why It’s Hard To Balance Everything
I have two girls and I home-educate them.
I know how busy and tiring life can get. By the evening all you want to do is collapse into bed or on the sofa and watch some mind-numbing TV.
Sound familiar?
We have so much to do, go to work, take care of the children, cook meals, clean the house, and do a million other things.
All of this can leave you feeling tired and stressed.
Sometimes, there’s not much time left for your spouse. Unfortunately, this can make your relationship feel less important.
You might find it hard to go on dates, talk like you used to, or even just relax together.
When you’re always busy, it’s easy to take your partner for granted or feel like they’re not helping enough.
This can also lead to other unhealthy relationship issues. Those feelings can cause tension in your marriage.
Tips to Keep Your Marriage Strong
Even though it’s hard, there are ways to keep your marriage strong while raising children.
Here are some tips:
1. Make Time for Each Other
Even if you’re busy, try to spend some time alone with your spouse.
It doesn’t have to be a fancy date.
We make an effort to sit and talk twice a week with no distractions. No TV and no phones, just us. See what works for you.
You can talk over a cup of coffee, watch a movie together, or go for a walk can help you stay connected.
2. Communicate Openly
Talk to each other about how you’re feeling.
Your spouse is not a mind reader, no matter how well you know each other.
If you’re stressed, tired, or need help, let your spouse know.
Never underestimate the power of talking!
You could have the best sex together. But if you can’t communicate properly with each other then the relationship won’t last.
Good communication helps you understand each other better and work as a team. Which is essential when you have kids too.
3. Share Responsibilities
Parenting is a team effort.
Share the responsibilities of taking care of the kids, doing chores, and managing your home.
When both of you work together, it reduces stress and makes you feel more connected. You also have more time for each other and less time for chores.
We have a family meeting about once a month.
This gives each of us a chance to discuss what’s on our minds.
Often we don’t realise the other person or even child needs more recognition for their completed tasks. Try it and see what comes up.
Talk to your partner and children about sharing the chores.
Write house rules or download mine here.
4. Show Appreciation
Don’t forget to say “thank you” for the little things your spouse does. This little thing makes a massive difference.
Showing appreciation can make both of you feel valued and loved.
5. Keep the Romance Alive
Even small gestures can keep the romance alive and your marriage strong.
Leave a sweet note, give a quick hug or kiss, or plan a surprise.
These little moments can strengthen your bond and they don’t have to cost the earth or take up too much time.
Ask yourself…. is your marriage worth 2 minutes of your time?
6. Be Patient and Understanding
Parenthood is stressful, and sometimes you might get frustrated with each other.
Try to be patient and understanding.
Remember that both of you are doing your best.
3 Things to Avoid
Here are some things to avoid if you want to keep your marriage strong:
1. Don’t Ignore Your Relationship
It’s easy to get caught up in work and parenting, but don’t ignore your relationship.
Any issues you may have won’t go away if you ignore them.
Read this post about 12 issues in a relationship.
Make time for each other, even when you’re busy.
2. Don’t Blame Each Other
When things get tough, it’s important not to blame each other.
Instead, work together to solve problems and support each other. Talk it out.
3. Don’t Forget to Have Fun
Life doesn’t have to be all work and no play.
Find ways to have fun together, whether it’s a family activity or a simple date night.
Try my Frugal date night inspirations for ideas.
Laughter and fun can help relieve stress and bring you closer.
Bee's Final Thoughts
Balancing work, parenthood, and a romantic relationship is not easy.
It is important to keep your marriage strong though.
By making time for each other, communicating, sharing responsibilities, and showing appreciation, you can have a healthy and happy marriage.
Remember to be patient, and understanding, and avoid blaming each other.
It’s really bloody hard. However, my husband is my best friend. I wouldn’t want to waste what we have just because I couldn’t be bothered to put in a little effort.
So, With a little effort, you can keep the love alive while raising a family.
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