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Happily Married With Kids: It's Not a Fairy Tale
Happily Married With Kids It's Not a Fairy Tale Author:Carol Ummel Lindquist Most new parents quickly discover that the arrival of a newborn-and the subsequent changes in priorities and lifestyle-can put a tremendous strain on even the best of marriages. In fact, research indicates that sixty-seven percent of new parents complain they are having less sex, less fun, and more arguments than before kids entered the picture.... more »
Now, Dr. Carol Ummel Lindquist, marriage counselor and happily married mother of two, explores why parenthood can sometimes wreak havoc on dreams of a happily ever after-and reveals what couples can do to make their marriages solid and satisfying. Inspired by the author's twenty-five years of professional experience-and her own successful marriage-Happily Married with Kids shows readers how to:
Avoid the real parent trap: exhaustion and disruption
Manage conflicts and improve communication
Stay best friends with one's spouse
Balance work and home
Enjoy their kids-and each other-at every age
Revive their sex life
Find humor in everyday difficulties
Make time for themselves and their marriage« less