165 episodes
Married After Kids Dr. Lindsay Cavanagh
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- Society & Culture
Married After Kids is a podcast dedicated to strengthening marriages for parents after having kids. Hosted by Dr. Lindsay Cavanagh, psychologist turned marriage coach, this podcast discusses all the ways children can challenge your marriage, while also offering effective, evidence-based solutions to help make marriages stronger and more enjoyable, which makes parenting and life so much easier. Married After Kids will completely transform how you look at marriage and give you the tools to have the marriage you want and need.
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Ep. 165: What To Do When You Have No Energy Left To Give
Energy is a precious commodity for a busy parent like you!
Raising kids, managing a household, and juggling everything else requires energy! When you’re running on empty, EVERYTHING becomes more challenging. So, how can you show up in your marriage and life when you have no energy left? Let’s get into it!
In this episode, you’ll hear:
Key questions to ask yourself about your current energy levels
The pressure of “doing it all” and its impact on your relationship
One surprising habit that unknowingly drains your energy
The one non-negotiable that can make the biggest difference in how you feel
Crucial strategies for managing your energy and the consequence of pushing beyond your limits
A significant factor affecting your energy and practical solutions to combat it
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Ep. 164: What Is Default Parent Gatekeeping and Is It Happening In Your Marriage?
Have you heard of default parent gatekeeping? Likely not.
It’s a crucial issue that could be affecting your marriage in significant ways, leading to extreme resentment, relationship conflict, and parental alienation. Let’s talk about this topic to prevent - or repair - the impact on your relationship with your spouse.
Tune in to discover:
What parental gatekeeping is and why it happens
How gatekeeping can lead to resentment, lack of confidence, and zero skill building
Real-life examples of what gatekeeping looks like in action
How to handle differences in opinion between you and your partner (or other caregivers) about child care
The serious consequences of engaging in gatekeeping
Effective remedies to overcome gatekeeping and foster a healthier relationship
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Ep. 163: Is The Workload In Your Marriage Feeling Unfair?
Are you feeling overwhelmed by a never-ending to-do list while trying to maintain a happy marriage?
In this episode, we explore the challenges of balancing household tasks and childcare responsibilities within a marriage and how imbalances can lead to feelings of exhaustion, resentment, and disconnection.
Figuring out how to do this together will literally make you happier, strengthen your marriage, and keep your love alive!
Tune in to discover:
The mental exhaustion of maintaining a household and raising children (which typically falls more on one partner), and its impact on marriages
Societal perceptions of women in homemaking and childrearing, and the influence on men's expectations
The guilt that arises from not meeting perceived standards
Effective ways to approach this topic with your spouse so you can collaborate on strategies TOGETHER
Practical tips for achieving a more equitable workload, ultimately strengthening your marriage
Don’t forget to check out Fair Play (mentioned in episode): https://www.fairplaylife.com/documentary
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Connect with me for a FREE Married After Kids Intervention Call:
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Ep. 162: It’s Fine. It’s Not That Bad.
If you’re not as happy as you want to be in your marriage, this episode is a must-listen. Let’s explore the critical lesson of what we make acceptable and what we don’t in our relationships, and how it shapes our happiness.
Tune in to discover:
The essential element that determines the success of marriage counseling or support
The hidden trap behind thinking “things will change” on their own
Real-life examples of couples who settled for “fine” and missed out on years of true happiness
The ripple effect of having a joyful marriage
Seven signs that indicate your relationship needs marriage support
FREE TRAINING! The Three Secrets to a Happier Marriage: https://marriedafterkids.com/march-2024-webinar
Get your FREE EBOOK! 3 Ways To Connect More With Your Spouse (In 5 Min or Less): https://marriedafterkids.com/freebie
Connect with me for a FREE Married After Kids Intervention Call:
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Ep. 161: Redefining Intimacy in Marriage with Dr. Elsbeth Meuth and Freddy Zental Weaver
Let’s talk about how intimacy goes deeper than the bedroom. In today’s episode, we’re joined by Dr. Elsbeth Meuth and Freddy Zental Weaver from TantraNova Institute. Discover how true intimacy is about connecting hearts and energy, and not just about sex.
Tune in to discover:
How to redefine intimacy in your marriage, even if you only have three minutes to spare
Which couples are actually having the most sex (the answer may surprise you!)
A beautiful and intentional practice to connect with your partner daily
Techniques to shift your energy from the mind into the heart
The story behind National Intimacy Day and creative ways to celebrate it
How mastering intimacy can lead to greater happiness in your relationship
MORE RESOURCES
**FREE GIFT Introduction to Sexual Meditation (Video Class): Learn distinctions and practices of Sexual Meditation to access and channel your creative spark
https://tantranova.lpages.co/introduction-to-sexual-meditation/
TantraNova website to find out about TantraNova workshops and programs
https://www.tantranova.com/
Sexual Enlightenment book in hard copy and audio format
https://www.amazon.com/dp/1452585431
Care and Feeding podcast episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/mom-guilt-is-real-but-so-is-healing/id774383607?i=1000655079941
Submit your question about intimacy in your marriage!
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Connect with me for a FREE Married After Kids Intervention Call:
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Stay connected on Instagram so you don’t miss a thing! www.instagram.com/marriedafterkids
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Ep. 160: How Marital Conflict Impacts Kids
How were arguments modeled for you growing up? We don’t want perfection, but how do we fight less and make repairs when we do? Let’s talk about the art of constructive marital conflict - fighting well, making genuine changes, and fostering love and respect throughout. It’s never too late to transform your approach to conflict. Which approach will you adopt today to benefit both you and your children?
Tune in to discover:
The surprising impact of marital conflict on children's well-being, happiness, and sense of safety
How we can use healthy conflict to create positive habits in children
Why the goal isn't to eliminate conflict but to navigate it skillfully
How to have “happy conflict”
Six essential skills to elevate your approach to marital conflict
Quiz: How well do you know your partner? https://gottmanconnect.com/site/quiz?utm_source=tgi-blog&utm_medium=quizes&utm_campaign=tgi-blog-quizes-influence&__hstc=138906604.3fe4b3b64c10176ec9c9c2d68b14e80d.1714634029654.1714706232706.1714708483372.5&__hssc=138906604.1.1714708483372&__hsfp=2830137320
FREE TRAINING! The Three Secrets to a Happier Marriage: https://marriedafterkids.com/march-2024-webinar
Get your FREE EBOOK! 3 Ways To Connect More With Your Spouse (In 5 Min or Less): https://marriedafterkids.com/freebie
Connect with me for a FREE Married After Kids Intervention Call:
https://marriedafterkids.satoriapp.com/offers/277730-married-after-kids-intervention-call
Follow me on Instagram so you don’t miss a thing! www.instagram.com/marriedafterkids