Expectant and New Parents

Common changes that occur in relationships during pregnancy and after baby:

• Emotional needs
• Sexuality
• Need for practical support
• Physical changes
• Shifts in your roles and expectations
• Communication challenges

What I can help Expectant and New Parents to work on:

• Getting to know each other better at his stage
• Learning new communication skills to enhance your relationship – avoiding contempt and criticism and increasing affection and respect
• Connecting emotionally in small and easy ways
• Maintaining a positive perspective by giving your partner the benefit of the doubt and willingness to step back and repair when either of you get off track
• Discussing conflict in a constructive manner
• Honoring each other’s life dreams and goals
• Creating rituals of connection and values for your new family
• Staying close friends throughout the transition to parenthood

TIP SHEET — See Cathy’s Relationship Tips for Expectant and New Parents›

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