Marriage • Life Challenges Understanding infertility There is no "typical" infertility patient, and the causes of infertility vary widely. Article
Marriage • Infertility 6 things to consider about the ethics of reproductive technology It is not my place or purpose to define those boundaries for all other couples. However, I would like to highlight th... Article
Marriage • Infertility What is secondary infertility? However, many couples have discovered that there is a condition known as “secondary infertility,” which is essentiall... Article
Marriage • Life Challenges Navigating the grief of infertility and miscarriage Hearing that these issues can be damaging to marriages, they decided to see a counsellor. Article
Marriage • Infertility Navigating painful reminders when you’re struggling with infertility I couldn’t escape the constant reminders of what I hoped for and didn’t have. Why did it seem that every other couple... Article
Marriage • Infertility The grief of infertility Physical barrenness is beyond our control, but Kerrie and I can take steps to ensure we don’t suffer spiritual barren... Article
Marriage • Starting a family New couples: When do we start our family? No one else can dictate precisely how these factors ought to influence your decision to begin having children. But wh... Article
Marriage • Physical intimacy / sex Newlywed sex: How will you respond to the challenges you'll be facing? The best marital advice I can give you is to determine to be a team in sexual intimacy, no matter what. Here are four... Article
Marriage • Engagement 7 essential conversations to have with your future spouse This simplified list of questions that real couples found to be the most helpful will give you and your fiancé(e) a s... Article
Marriage • Married A marriage in crisis after a job loss You and your spouse can weather the short-term, after-crisis blows together with intentional, purposeful attention an... Article
Marriage • Married first 5 years What we wish we knew as newlyweds From communicating to prayer, personality differences to finances, we hope the following advice will give you and you... Article
Marriage • Boundaries The benefits of losing control in your marriage When husbands or wives attempt to control their spouse, they are placing themselves in the position of God, squelchin... Article
Marriage • Conflict How to rekindle "like" for your spouse What can you do to rekindle that sense of connection when you feel it’s missing? Consider the following questions. Article
Marriage • Communication 9 questions to ask your spouse to strengthen your marriage As your relationship matures, the questions should become more intentional, and your skills at asking them need to be... Article
Marriage • Conflict A better way to resolve conflict Resolving conflict in a positive manner isn’t as easy as simply deciding to speak gently and humbly. So we created a ... Article
Marriage • Separation When you don't want to divorce but your spouse does A rash reaction will do little to change your spouse’s opinion. The best thing you can do is to stay calm and not pus... Article
Marriage • In-laws 7 strategies for relating to in-laws and building a strong marriage Together, you can face in-law issues and use healthy methods that will foster peace and togetherness in your marriage. Article
Marriage • Communication 3 qualities necessary for overcoming marital distress While some couples find a way through on their own, many feel stuck. So, what differentiates someone who stays simply... Article
Marriage • Mental health Do you need refreshment in your marriage? We need refreshment — physical, mental, spiritual and emotional. We need to pause and check in with ourselves and our... Article
Marriage • Mental health Autism in marriage Because of the powerful guidance and support I received from Stephanie Holmes and others, I am able to offer these ti... Article