Marriage & Family - Expert Tips For Balancing Marriage & Family Life

Suggestions For Successfully Blending Families

“Blend, blend, blend”. This is what the gal said to me who was doing my makeover. She had dotted foundation …

By Lesley Goth

Psychologist| 7 min read

The Internal Family System (IFS) Model & How to Forward With It

The Case of the Less Than Illuminated Lovers “Hey, Honey, the lightbulb in here just blew out, can you grab …

By Holly Grimm

Licensed Clinical Social Worker| 5 min read

Boundaries in Blended Families

Consistent blended family rules within families and during transitions set a precedence of what is normal, and expected. This is …

By Janelle Johnson

Licensed Professional Counselor| 6 min read

How to Deal With Abusive Family Members During the Holidays

Yes, I realize the title sounds a bit ridiculous. Some would react after reading it, thinking, “Well of course you …

By Stephanie Robson

Counselor| 5 min read

25+ Fun Family Christmas Ideas to Create Unforgettable Memories

There’s nothing like the winter holidays to spend quality time with your family! No matter how and where, Christmas is …

By Marriage.com Editorial Team

Relationship & Marriage Advice| 9 min read

The Ultimate Guide to Family Planning: Key Questions Answered

“So when are you planning to start a family? This is a common question that a young couple or newlyweds …

Approved By Jeannie Sytsma

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate| 13 min read

Types of Family Planning Methods and Their Effectiveness

Family planning is a topic that will surely need to come up sooner or later when you are in a …

By Rosemary K

13 min read

10 Amazing Tips for Balancing Marriage and Family Life

Right now you may be a 30 or 40 something couple, married with children, trying to balance marriage and family …

Approved By Jeannie Sytsma

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate| 8 min read

25 Rules for Enjoying a Family Fight

Wherever two people have a continuing relationship, there will eventually be conflict. And whenever there is conflict, there can be …

By Sean R Sears

Counselor| 5 min read

Great Family Advice for Combining Fun and Functionality

Raising a family is indeed a serious business, but that doesn’t mean it has to be devoid of any fun …

Approved By Shannon McHugh

Psychologist| 6 min read

A Household of Happiness and Love: Tips for a Happier Family

A family can never be too happy. Happiness in abundance increases quality of life. Like everything else, happiness begins at …

By Rachael Pace

Mental health, Parenting| 4 min read

Embracing The Joy and Excitement of Planning a Family

Planning a family can truly be one of the most wonderful parts of being a married couple and therefore you …

Approved By Shannon McHugh

Psychologist| 4 min read

Understanding The Importance of Family Planning In Your Marriage

While searching the Internet, one particular image about the importance of family planning rightfully struck the chord with me. This …

Approved By Angela Welch

Marriage & Family Therapist| 5 min read

Natural Family Planning: Meaning, Methods, and Benefits

Family planning can be defined as activities that enable individuals or couples to freely ascertain when they want to have …

By Rachael Pace

Mental health, Parenting| 7 min read

Planning For a Family: A Wonderful Bonding Activity

It’s always just been the two of you as a couple up until now. You have been happy together, but …

Approved By Shannon McHugh

Psychologist| 5 min read

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