The Parenthood and Relationship Podcast | Matrescence | Relationship after baby | Motherhood life

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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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6 days ago

Transform Couple Fighting Styles Into Healthy Conflict Resolution | Marriage After Kids | Ep. 65

6 days ago

What if the fights that feel like they're tearing you apart could actually bring you closer together?

In this transformative episode, we're diving deep into the hidden world of couple fighting styles and healthy conflict resolution that can revolutionize your relationship.

If you're a parent feeling caught in endless cycles of marriage conflict patterns, this episode is your roadmap to freedom. We explore why happy couples don't avoid conflict... they transform it!

From the pursuer-withdrawer dance to the protective parts that hijack our conversations, you'll discover the relationship communication skills that actually work when emotions run high.

Through real case studies and practical tools, we unpack how your childhood experiences shape your adult couple therapy techniques and why understanding your nervous system responses is crucial for relationship repair techniques.

Whether you're dealing with parenting relationship challenges or struggling to maintain intimacy in your marriage after kids, this episode offers hope and actionable strategies.

You'll learn the powerful "Conflict Reset" method that helps you pause destructive patterns and choose connection over being right.

We explore how emotional regulation couples can master together, turning conflict from a threat into a doorway for deeper understanding.

Today we discuss:
🔍 The four main conflict styles and how to identify yours
💬 Why your nervous system hijacks arguments and how to reclaim control
🧠 The Conflict Reset technique that transforms fights into connection opportunities
❤️ How to treat conflict as a mirror that reveals unmet needs and hidden fears

Perfect for couples navigating the complexities of parenthood, this episode bridges psychological insight with practical tools you can use tonight.

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Markella Kaplani, M.A.
Clinical-Counseling Psychologist
Parenthood & Relationship Coach
www.markellakaplani.com

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