Raising Marriage Podcast

Kirsten Hatcher
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Is parenting killing your marriage? Successful marriages take work and so does raising children. Doing both can seem impossible. In the Raising Marriage Podcast, Kirsten Hatcher, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and her husband, John (not a therapist) show you how to parent with your partner while actually growing your marriage.

  1. 12/12/2024

    Creating a System for Household Management as a Team

    This episode of Raising Marriage focuses on managing household logistics and responsibilities as a couple. The hosts discuss strategies for dividing tasks, communicating about workload, and working together to maintain a home while raising a family. Listeners will learn practical tips for having productive conversations about household duties and gain insights into creating a fair and balanced approach to managing daily responsibilities. Resources Fair Play by Eve Rodsky Shared calendar app for couples Weekly "business meeting" strategy for couples (Episode 42)

    21 min

  2. 12/05/2024

    The Hidden Burden of Family Management: Tips for Couples to Work Together

    The episode discusses the concept of mental load in marriage and parenting, explaining how it can affect relationships and offering strategies for managing it together as a couple. Listeners will gain insights into recognizing and addressing the invisible labor that often goes unnoticed in family life. Resources Below is a list of resources mentioned during the episode. Weekly marriage check-ins (Episode 45)Business meetings for couples to discuss schedules and upcoming events (Episode 42)The Book Range by David Epstein

    36 min

  3. 10/31/2024

    Creating a Holiday Plan to Reduce Stress and Enjoy the Season

    Enjoy the holiday season with your partner and family This episode provides tips on how to manage the busyness of the holiday season while working together as a couple. Learn how to handle family expectations, create new traditions, plan your schedule, and budget for expenses. By having important conversations and getting organized, you can reduce stress and conflict to truly enjoy this special time of year with your loved ones.

    31 min

  4. 10/17/2024

    Reduce Conflict in Your Marriage: Learn the Power of Soft Startups

    This episode of Raising Marriage focuses on how to start difficult conversations in marriage using a "softened startup" approach. Kirsten and John discuss the difference between harsh and soft startups, explaining how a softer approach can lead to more productive conversations and conflict resolution. Listeners will learn practical tips for implementing softened startups, including identifying feelings, expressing needs clearly, and using "I" statements. The episode highlights how this communication technique can improve relationship dynamics and create a more positive environment for addressing challenging topics. Resources- The Gottman Institute - Research on harsh vs. soft startups in relationships - Episode 45 of Raising Marriage podcast - Discussion on weekly marriage check-ins - ChatGPT or other AI tools - Can help rephrase harsh statements into softer language

    32 min

  5. 10/10/2024

    Family First: Developing Traditions That Keep Your Family Connected

    This episode of the Raising Marriage podcast focuses on building a strong family unit and creating a home environment that children will want to return to as adults. The hosts discuss the importance of balancing marriage and parenting, and offer tips for cultivating family connections. They emphasize that it's okay if your family is your main "tribe" rather than feeling pressured to have a large social network. Key ideas include establishing rituals like weekly pizza and movie nights, having regular family dinners, maintaining open communication, and finding shared activities like camping that bring the family together. The hosts also address how these connections may need to evolve as children grow into teenagers and young adults. Resources Below is a list of resources mentioned during the episode: • Instagtram: @raisingmarriage • Conversation starter cards for family dinners

    32 min

  6. 10/04/2024

    Trusting Your Parental Instincts: Getting to the Bottom of Your Child's Health Issues

    This episode of Raising Marriage gets real. Kirsten and John share how one theme kept them going in their family crisis - advocating for their child. They navigated a challenging medical diagnosis for their son, offering encouragement and practical advice for other families facing similar struggles. Key takeaways: The importance of trusting parental intuitionPersisting in seeking answers even when faced with roadblocksBalancing traditional and alternative approaches to healthcare The goal of this candid discussion is to help parents feel less alone and more empowered to fight for their child's wellbeing. Thanks for listening and... Keep Growing!

    39 min

  7. 09/26/2024

    Building Connection Through Kindness: Manners in Marriage

    The episode discusses how practicing good manners in marriage, including showing appreciation, acknowledging each other, and being kind, can strengthen relationships and foster connection between partners.

    24 min
  8. From Stalemate to Solution: Improving Communication in Your Marriage

    09/19/2024

    From Stalemate to Solution: Improving Communication in Your Marriage

    This episode explores strategies for breaking through stalemates and unproductive arguments in marriage. Learn how to move past surface-level debates and dig deeper to understand each other's perspectives. The hosts share personal examples and practical tips for compromising effectively without feeling like you're always giving in. By reframing compromise and focusing on shared goals, couples can find creative solutions that work for the whole family.   Resources Book recommendation: QBQ (Question Behind the Question) by John G. Miller

    28 min
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Is parenting killing your marriage? Successful marriages take work and so does raising children. Doing both can seem impossible. In the Raising Marriage Podcast, Kirsten Hatcher, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and her husband, John (not a therapist) show you how to parent with your partner while actually growing your marriage.

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  • Creator
    Kirsten Hatcher
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    55
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Raising Marriage Podcast
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    Raising Marriage Podcast