How having kids changed these 3 marriages (Audience callers)

This episode contains a reference to suicide that some listeners may find upsetting. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or a crisis, please reach out immediately to the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988.  In the first audience caller episode of The Real Stuff podcast, join us for a heartfelt journey into the complex world of parenthood and relationships. We're breaking new ground by bringing our audience into the conversation, featuring personal stories that reveal the profound impact a new baby can have on a couple's life. From the dissolution of partnerships to the strengthening of bonds, our guests share their raw and diverse experiences. We navigate through the euphoria and the turmoil, presenting an honest look at how children can both test and transform the relationships of their parents. We'll explore the multifaceted challenges that can arise in post-baby marriages, including the strains of postpartum depression, diverging parenting styles, infidelity, and more. We'll unravel the importance of maintaining connection, the hurdles in seeking quality time, and the resilience required to co-parent effectively through separation. Each story guides us through the emotional extremes and provides solace in the shared struggles of parenthood.  Find Isabella on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isabellaeisenmann/ Watch this episode in video form on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjmevEcbh5h5FEX0pazPEtN86t7eb2OgX [youtube.com] To apply to be a guest on the show, visit luciefink.com/apply [luciefink.com] and send us your story. I also want to extend a special thank you to East Love for the show's theme song, Rolling Stone. Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealstuffpod [instagram.com] Find Lucie here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luciebfink/[instagram.com] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@luciebfink [tiktok.com] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/luciebfink [youtube.com] Website: https://luciefink.com/[luciefink.com] Produced by Cloud10 and Clamor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices