Married After Kids

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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. 158: Body Image After Babies and How It Impacts Your Marriage

May 06 2024 38 mins

Feeling comfortable and confident in your own skin can significantly impact your marital happiness. In this episode, we explore the complexities of body image post-baby, offering insights that resonate whether you're a parent or simply navigating life's changes. Tune in to discover: The hidden insecurities that can affect how you feel about yourself Navigating the challenges

Ep. 157: Need a Nice Mother’s Day? Listen to This!

Apr 29 2024 28 mins

This Mother’s Day, let’s ensure you get the celebration you deserve. Ditch the disappointment for a day that fulfills your true desires and needs this year. And guess what? You can apply the same approach to any aspect of your marriage! Tune in to discover: How to visualize your ideal Mother’s Day (or any celebration) Strategies to identify your needs and effectively co

Ep. 156: Navigating Marriage As A Team After Kids with Ashley Chitty

Apr 22 2024 34 mins

Want to get on the same page as your spouse now that you have children? Let’s talk about how to approach these hard conversations (no matter what age your kids are!) to help you feel like a team again. In this episode, my guest Ashley Chitty shares openly and honestly about the hurdles parenthood threw at her marriage and how they faced these challenges head on while keeping t

Ep. 155: Need To Feel More Loved?

Apr 15 2024 30 mins

Feeling loved is one of the most crucial aspects of a thriving marriage. In this episode, I share practical strategies to ensure that you and your partner feel loved and appreciated on a regular basis. Tune in to discover: Challenging the validity of our thoughts about our spouse: are these perceptions actually true? One key component to showing love that often gets overlooke

Ep. 154: Are You In Marriage Shutdown?

Apr 08 2024 30 mins

The average time it takes couples from recognizing there’s a serious problem in their marriage to seeking counselling is SIX YEARS. I want you to feel loved and supported in your marriage NOW - so let’s face it head-on in this episode! Tune in to discover: What marriage shutdown looks like, with real-life examples Why simply loving someone isn't enough for a strong marria

Ep. 153: Don’t Skip The Small Stuff

Apr 01 2024 36 mins

Get ready for a deep dive into some fascinating research findings that are going to revolutionize your marriage! I've sifted through the data to bring you insights that are going to be crazy useful in making your relationship the best it can be. Because in the realm of marriage, it's often the little things that make the biggest impact. Those everyday gestures of kindness, the hear

Ep. 152: This Is What You’re Really Saying…

Mar 25 2024 35 mins

Ever feel like you're stuck in a loop with your spouse, replaying the same conversations over and over again? Or perhaps you leave discussions feeling more misunderstood and alone than before? Maybe you've even stopped having conversations altogether, knowing that nothing will ever change. If any of these scenarios sound familiar, this episode is a must-listen. Because deep down,

Ep. 151: What Is The Default Parent?

Mar 18 2024 32 mins

Have you heard the term default parent before? It’s something that impacts every household, yet not everyone is talking about it openly to create better relationship dynamics. Join me on this episode as I share more about what it means to be the default parent and how it affects your marriage. Tune in to discover: What it really means to be the default parent Who usually e

Ep. 150: Happier Than Ever - Even After Infidelity

Mar 11 2024 31 mins

Even when something as devastating as infidelity occurs, there is still hope that you can work towards the best marriage you’ve ever had. In this episode, I share a client’s experience of infidelity, and what we did in the very beginning and throughout this (admittedly messy) process. Prepare for goosebumps as we dive into a heartwarming follow-up over a year later - they're no

Ep. 149: There Are Things You Don’t Know About How To Have a Healthy Marriage

Mar 04 2024 30 mins

Let’s unravel the mysteries of healthy relationships in our society. Because no one taught us how to have a healthy relationship (or marriage), so it makes sense that so many of us are struggling. Join us as we challenge common misconceptions and uncover the secrets to fostering deeper connections and greater happiness in your marriage. Tune in to discover: The surprising tru