Is Marriage Supposed to be Hard? Partnership as Parents with Eli Weinstein

Having kids is going to change your relationship — that's inevitable. But that doesn't mean your partnership is doomed after you have kids. Eli Weinstein, LCSW therapist, host of The Dude Therapist and author of From I Do to We Do is here to break down our most pressing questions about partnership as parents.Think...Is marriage supposed to feel hard?Will we be okay without date nights?Is it normal for my marriage to feel different now that we have kids?How do I address issues in my marriage when I just don't have the emotional capacity for another tough conversation?Am I terrible person for losing my patience with the people I love the most?Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce don't fight...is that #relationshipgoals?Anita and Zara talk to Eli about the way marriage and partnership change for members of the sandwich generation. Chapters:00:00 Understanding Relationship Dynamics02:10 The Impact of Parenthood on Relationships04:06 Millennials and Relationship Challenges06:40 Navigating Change in Relationships09:30 The Reality of Disconnection in Parenting10:03 Navigating Resentment in Relationships12:32 The Importance of Communication and Vulnerability13:29 Utilizing Journals for Relationship Clarity16:32 Daily Check-Ins: A Tool for Connection20:55 Understanding the Challenges of Marriage22:43 The Balance of Kindness and Patience26:44 Managing External Stressors in Relationships29:40 The Myth of Fairness in Partnerships32:17 The Importance of Acknowledgment in Relationships35:06 Navigating Social Media Comparisons37:50 Understanding Relationship Dynamics and Communication41:36 Addressing Resentment and Building Connection45:06 Creative Ways to Date Your Partner49:38 Coping with Grief and Caregiving in Relationships52:13 Millennial Sandwich Generation InsightsTopics covered: Marriage after kids, marriage, communication, therapy, millennial parenting, social media and relationship expectations, dating your spouseThanks for listening to The Millennial Sandwich! Don't forget to follow, subscribe and connect with us on social media