How to Keep Marriage Alive After a Baby
Having a baby causes huge changes in a couple's relationship. The amount of time a baby consumes is great, and the lack of sleep can leave you crabby. Finding time for each other is a challenge, but it can be done. Even if it's just holding hands in the car or cuddling in bed each night between feedings, it's the little things that can keep the passion alive.
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Instructions
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Make time for each other a priority. Remember you were husband and wife before you were mommy and daddy. The Baby Center website offers ideas on how to make the best of your time together.
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Plan a date night without the baby at least once a month. Go to a favorite restaurant, see a movie or just stay in and cuddle.
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Flirt with each other. Send sweet e-mails, text messages or kiss passionately before leaving for work.
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Communicate with each other, and don't play guessing games. Your spouse doesn't know how you feel or what you want unless you express it.
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Say, "I love you" on a regular basis. Those three little words can mean a lot when stress levels are high.
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Find time for sex. It could be a quickie during baby's nap or an hour of making love after baby is down for the night--or at least before he gets up for his midnight feeding. This may require a late night every now and then, but it's worth it.
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Tips & Warnings
Remember your spouse still needs your love and attention too.
Remember why you fell in love, and give reminders of things you love about each other.
