Feeling disconnected in your relationship after having kids? You’re not alone.

In this episode, we get real about the communication struggles that many couples face after becoming parents. Parenthood brings new challenges, and it’s common for communication issues to arise, but they don’t have to drive a wedge between you and your partner.

We explore the 3 most common communication mistakes couples make after kids, and most importantly, how to fix them. Discover practical ways to reconnect with your partner, establish healthy communication, and create a more harmonious family dynamic.

Join me to uncover how parenthood shifts the way we communicate and learn simple, effective strategies to rebuild that bond and strengthen your relationship.

Here’s the truth: You and your partner can still have a connected, thriving relationship, even in the chaos of parenthood.

My tools will help you enhance your communication and create a stronger, more connected family unit.

Today We Find Out:

🧠 3 common communication mistakes that couples make after kids 🔍 How lack of appreciation creates distance in relationships 💡 Practical ways to express your needs clearly 👶 How parenthood affects the way we communicate 💬 How to use “clear and compassionate requests” 🧳 The importance of gratitude and appreciation in maintaining connection 🧘 How to manage stress to avoid damaging conversations

This episode will leave you feeling ready to tackle your communication challenges and bring more balance and understanding into your relationship.

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Referenced Links

Couple’s Communication Checklist markellakaplani.com/coupleschecklist (Send me a screenshot of your Apple review at info@markellakaplani.com and get it for FREE)

Couple’s Communication Workshop markellakaplani.com/CouplesWorkshop Sign up for the waitlist and be the first to know when we go live!

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Journaling Exercise

As your journaling exercise this week, pick one of the strategies discussed in the episode and put it into practice. Write down in your journal whether you'll be using the daily appreciation ritual or the pausing before you snap, or whether you will be doing the weekly check ins. Each small step helps to build a stronger foundation for your relationship.

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Related Resources and Links

> FREE Self-Connect Calendar > FREE Guide: Calm Parent Calm Child > (Re)Discover Your Identity in Motherhood [waitlist] > Get in touch with me (Instagram; website; e-mail: info@markellakaplani.com) > Leave a Podcast Review HERE 😀 > FREE Motherhood Coaching Session: Send an e-mail to info@markellakaplani.com with the subject line “Podcast Guesting” > Join our community on Facebook: Parenthood and Relationship Group

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Find the full transcript HERE. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Arefwmg49G5qXmJzzrdzR58MHqvt1zcthjgqeVHds8M/edit?usp=sharing

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Markella Kaplani, M.A. Clinical-Counseling Psychologist Parenthood & Relationship Coach www.markellakaplani.com