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Parenthood and maintaining a healthy relationship are ambitious endeavors. Being fully aware, you armed yourself with all the latest books, articles, podcasts, and resources, committed to being present and strong for your family. Yet, despite embracing every piece of advice and strategy in your search for reassurance, there are times you find yourself wondering why the harmony, connection, and closeness you envisioned seem out of reach. If this rings true, let me tell you: it’s not you! It’s what they didn’t tell you. The parenting guidance and strategies we read online lack depth. They hardly ever address the transition into parenthood and the profound impact this has on our identity, partnerships, and ability to show up as the parent we wish to be for our children. But guess what? We’re about to turn that around. Hi there, I’m Markella Kaplani. A clinical-counseling psychologist, a parenthood and relationship Coach, a matrescence coach and facilitator, a former special educator, and a parent myself. In my 15+ years in counseling and coaching, I know this to be true: once a parent is truly supported, not only through being given techniques to overcome parenting challenges, but on a personal and relational level, then the entire family can thrive. So, welcome to the Parenthood and Relationship Podcast! Here, we learn to grow individually, normalizing and validating the processes of matrescence and patrescence (i.e. struggling with identity, mom guilt, dad guilt, postpartum rage, work-life balance, etc). We also grow together by unraveling how parenthood affects marriage and what stands in the way of following the actionable parenting strategies that we know are helpful. So, if you’re feeling ready, let me hold your hand while we tackle intriguing, yet difficult topics, with compassion and curiosity. Interested to know more? - Reach out via email at info@markellakaplani.com with your questions, and - Visit www.markellakaplani.com to access FREE resources and check out ways to work with me personally. Let’s do this! --- 🔎 Is Parenthood Making or Breaking Your Relationship? FIND OUT NOW! https://www.markellakaplani.com/couplesquiz 🖥 Reconcile the ’old’ identity with the ’new’ Grab your FREE Matrescence Mini-Course https://www.markellakaplani.com/videoseries 👥 Join our Circle: www.facebook.com/groups/parenthoodandrelationship/ 🤝 Would you like a more personalized touch? I can offer Parenthood and Relationship Coaching. info@markellakaplani.com www.markellakaplani.com Book an introductory session to explore our chemistry and whether I am the right fit for you: http://tidycal.com/markellakaplani/intro-session
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Sunday Apr 13, 2025
Sunday Apr 13, 2025
You’re doing your best—making lunches, folding laundry, handling bedtime routines.
Yet, something feels off. Your partner seems distant, and despite your efforts, the emotional connection is missing.
In this episode of The Parenthood and Relationship Podcast, we delve into the complexities of love languages in the context of parenting.
As responsibilities increase, couples often find themselves expressing love in ways that may not resonate with their partner.
This mismatch can lead to feelings of being unappreciated and misunderstood.
We explore why these mismatches occur, especially during the demanding phase of early parenthood.
Factors like stress, fatigue, and changing personal needs can alter how we give and receive love.
Understanding these dynamics is crucial for maintaining a strong emotional bond.
This episode offers practical strategies to bridge the gap:
- Recognizing and respecting each other’s love languages.
- Implementing regular check-ins to stay emotionally connected.
- Learning to express love in ways that resonate with your partner.
By becoming more attuned to each other’s emotional needs, couples can foster a deeper connection, even amidst the chaos of parenting.
To support this journey, I’ve created a free journaling prompt designed to help you reflect on your love language and better understand your partner’s. Sign up for my newsletter at markellakaplani.com/newsletter to receive this resource directly in your inbox.
Remember, love languages can evolve, especially during significant life changes like becoming a parent.
By staying curious and open, you can navigate these changes together, strengthening your relationship along the way.
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Markella Kaplani, M.A.
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