The majority of couples I’ve met talk about Valentine’s Day as an unimportant or boring holiday or they say “we don’t really do anything for Valentine’s Day.” Statistics show that 53% of women say they would considering ending their relationship if they didn’t get something for Valentine’s Day. What? Yes, apparently it’s that serious. Another alarming statistic is that 14%...
Valentine’s day is quickly approaching and you may find yourself eagerly looking forward to it, or you may be silently dreading it. Finding the perfect Valentine’s Day gift can be stressful. Do you plan out your gifts or you a last minute shopper? Either way, I’ve got you covered. I’ve consulted with the team of relationship experts at Family Therapy...
Whether you are in a new relationship, recently married, or have been married for many years, buying your significant other a best Valentines gift can be a tricky thing. This year, Americans are expected to spend $19.7 billion on Valentine’s Day, according to the National Retail Federation. A large percentage of that 19.7 billion is spent on the usual –...
If you follow me on social media, you’ve likely heard me mention the Luxe Couples Retreat in Cancun or Los Cabos, Mexico. I love hosting the Luxe Couples retreat twice a year and usually post lots of pics – mostly the killer views, the amazing spa and 5-star food. I want to use this opportunity to explain what’s included and...
I’ve heard being a parent is one of the most rewarding, yet challenging endeavors in life you will ever go through. Babies are so sweet and cuddly and then something happens when they venture into “toddlerhood.” They seemingly lose their minds! The struggle is developmental, of course. They are figuring out how to be independent, they are trying to communicate...
Welcoming a new baby? Getting married, moving and having children are all new and wonderful life events. As with anything new and exciting in life, these transitions require change. Let’s face it, change can be hard! A friend of mine was thrilled to have her third child and told me her daughter was so excited to be a big sister....
There are books, magazines, and websites everywhere that talk about getting prepared for parenting. With more than 4 million babies born in the US each year, the advice continues to grow. Some advice focuses on getting financially prepared, some focuses on getting all the baby essentials ahead of time, some focuses on scheduling date nights and keeping your relationship a...
As we get older the magic of Christmas and the holidays can fade a bit. I recently read this interesting post that explains some of the reasons why that can happen. However, you have a new baby and all that changes – the excitement of the holidays intensifies. Getting to see the magic of the holidays through the eyes of a...
Christmas can often be one of the most exciting and highly anticipated days of the year. Unfortunately with all that anticipation can come a lot of stress. In a relationship, buying your partner the perfect holiday gift is listed in the top three stressors during Christmas. Sometimes there can be a great deal of expectations, financial worries, or unpreparedness that...
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