by Catherine Topham Sly | Dec 17, 2025 | relationships
December magnifies the invisible mental load many mums carry, as Christmas expectations, family logistics and money pressures collide. The post explains how this strain exposes existing cracks in relationships, reframes resentment as a helpful signal, and offers...
by Catherine Topham Sly | Dec 11, 2025 | couples
This blog shares ten expert-backed tips for building a happy relationship after kids. From staying curious about your partner to handling conflict with care, it offers practical advice rooted in research and lived experience. Learn how small everyday actions can...
by Catherine Topham Sly | Nov 27, 2025 | intimacy
Intimacy issues after having children are incredibly common, but they don’t mean your relationship is broken. This post explores how parenthood impacts emotional and physical closeness, why so many couples drift apart, and how small, intentional steps can help you...
by Catherine Topham Sly | Nov 20, 2025 | couples
This blog explores how everyday interactions shape your relationship after kids. We’ll look at what happens when you’re snappy or unresponsive, why your reactions matter more than you think, and how small changes can help you rebuild emotional closeness, communicate...
by Catherine Topham Sly | Nov 7, 2025 | intimacy
Many couples find themselves in a sexless marriage after having kids – but it doesn’t mean your relationship is broken. Parenthood changes everything, including intimacy. This post explains why sex disappears, how emotional disconnection plays a role, and what...
