If it seemed easier for you to feel connected with your husband before having kids, this one mistake could be the reason why. As soon as couples become parents, the responsibilities grow exponentially and they start doing things for each other and forget or deprioritize to do things with each other. As parents, the shift from spontaneous date nights to navigating the challenges of adulting and parenting is real. Tune in as we explore the difference between completing tasks and nurturing genuine connection in your marriage. In this episode of The Marriage & Motherhood Podcast, we dive into: how the dynamics of the relationship changes when couples transition into parenthoodthe difference between feeling loved and feeling connectedthe impact connection has on communicationthe importance of prioritizing connection and practical ways to strengthen your connection Want support with strengthening your marriage? Schedule a free clarity call with me to learn about how I can support you to not only feel more heard but also deepen the connection in your marriage! Schedule your call here: https://michellepurta.as.me/clarity   Thanks for listening! Connect and send a message letting us know what you took away from this episode: @michellepurtacoaching   If you love this, then you'll also love: Ep. 85 - 3 Mistakes To Stop Making For A Stronger Marriage After Kids Apple SpotifyEp. 84 - Parenting & Partnership: A Fresh Start For Your Marriage Apple SpotifyEp. 75 - Your Marriage or Your Kids: What Comes First? Apple SpotifyEp. 61 - Are You Being A Partner or A Roommate? Apple SpotifyEp. 41 - How To Have a Marriage That's Fun, Passionate and Supportive Apple SpotifyEp. 31 - How To Have The Energy To Connect With Your Spouse After Kids " rel="nofollow">

The holiday season is here, and for moms, it often brings a lot of stress. This time brings a lot of joy, magic, and family bonding, but the pressure to create the perfect celebration can be overwhelming. In this article, we'll explore 3 strategies from a seasoned mom of 4 and Time Momager, Marisa Lonic, to help you navigate the holidays with ease and embrace the true spirit of the season. Marisa Lonic is a certified intuitive life & business coach, keynote speaker, 3x author, top-rated podcast host and the founder of Mama Work It. After spending nearly 15 years in corporate leadership positions, Marisa shifted gears to become a full-time Time Momager & Biz Momager. Through her books, courses, and coaching programs, she helps busy moms juggling mom life, work life, wife life, fill in the blank life. Her time management and goal achievement strategies have helped the most overwhelmed mamas turn their dreams into reality, even when they thought they had no time to make any of it happen. When she’s not supporting working parents with the daily juggle, you can find her cooking and baking delicious meals her kids may or may not eat, running (ok fine - walking/running) in her neighborhood, and hanging out with the five amazing guys she calls family (her husband and four kiddos). In this episode, I chat with Marisa Lonic and we dive into: why the holidays are so stressful for moms in particular3 ways you can make this holiday season (and those to come) less stressful and more joyfulHoliday Habits Workshop If you resonate with what she shared in this episode, go connect with Marisa and check out her Holiday Habits Workshop and use promo code HHNOV23 to receive a massive discount on it through the end of November! Here are some other episodes Marisa has been on: Episode 12 - Time Management Tips for Moms Apple SpotifyEpisode 66 - Surviving Summer With The Kids At Home Apple Spotify Connect with Marisa! www.mamaworkit.com www.instagram.com/letmamaworkit www.facebook.com/letmamaworkit www.linkedin.com/in/marisalonic www.pinterest.com/mamaworkit

Are you ready to have a strong marriage? In this episode of The Marriage & Motherhood Podcast, we're uncovering common relationship mistakes moms are making that are getting in the way of their marriage from becoming what they hoped for pre-kids.  In this week's episode, you'll hear: the #1 mistake that most moms make that affects their relationship and their homea common trap many couples fall into when they try to connect after becoming parentsthe must-have skill all couples need for marriage success If you're looking to transform your marriage and family life, this episode goes into what you need to be aware of and what to work on to transform your marriage as quickly as possible. Don't miss out on these practical tips to building better relationships. Tune in now and take the first step towards a stronger, happier marriage! If you love this, then you'll also love: Ep. 75 - Your Marriage or Your Kids: What Comes First? Apple SpotifyEp. 76 - What is REAL Self Care? Apple SpotifyEp. 61 - Are You Being A Partner or A Roommate? Apple SpotifyEp. 31 - How To Have The Energy To Connect With Your Spouse After Kids Apple Spotify Want support with strengthening your marriage? Schedule a free clarity call with me to learn about how I can support you to not only feel more heard but also deepen the connection in your marriage! Schedule your call here: https://michellepurta.as.me/clarity   ">

Is your marriage feeling the impact of the challenges that come with parenthood?   Parenthood doesn't have to mean the end of your love story. Parenthood is just the start of a new chapter in your marriage. Your marriage can have that spark even while you're raising kids.   Don't let yourself get jaded or believe that marriage has to be hard after you become parents. You can learn how to balance love and parenting and make your marriage even better than you imagined. Parenthood was never meant to come between you and your love.   In this episode, I dive into: the vision of your marriageprioritizing marriage as parentscommon challenges that couples face while raising kids   Want support with realigning to your vision of your marriage and helping your marriage become what you hoped for? Schedule a free clarity call with me to learn about how I can support you to not only feel more heard but also deepen the connection in your marriage! Schedule your call here: https://michellepurta.as.me/clarity Thanks for listening! Resources: Connect and send a message letting us know you loved this episode: @michellepurtacoachingBook a clarity call with MichelleWatch the free training - The #1 Conversation Married Couples Need To Have (But Aren't)Join the free Marriage & Motherhood community

You all know by now how important it is to care for yourself when you're a mom and the impact it can have on who you're being to your loved ones and this episode we're taking a look at self care with a slight twist because we'll be diving into the importance of self care for caregivers, not just in the sense of being a parent but also being a caregiver to aging or ill parents. In this episode, I got to chat with Erin Antroinen. Erin is the passionate owner and CEO of NextGen Caregivers, whose journey into caregiving was sparked when she simultaneously cared for her father battling cancer and her mother facing dementia and Parkinson's. Erin is your guide to a personalized caregiving approach, recognizing that each caregiver's story is unique. She's here to support caregivers at every stage, from newbies seeking logistics and stress management tips, to seasoned caregivers looking for somatic awareness and emotional support, and those wanting to thrive on their caregiving journey. Erin believes that caregiving, though demanding, offers incredible opportunities for personal growth and fulfillment. Tune in as we dive into: Erin's personal experience caring for her parentsnavigating self care while being a caregiverhaving end-of-life wishes conversations with your parentsfinding joy in the caregiving journey and prioritizing your own well-being For more on self care, check out episode 76 to learn more about what REAL self care is. Want to connect with Erin? Download her free Caring for the Caregiver Toolkit - https://nextgencaregiver.kartra.com/page/caregivertoolkit  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextgencaregivers  Thank you for listening!   If you enjoyed this episode, share it with someone you know would benefit from listening to this too and remember to rate and review the show!   If you love this show, then you'll love and want to join my free private Facebook community Marriage & Motherhood. I'd love to connect with you in there!   I look forward to supporting you!   Connect with me! https://www.michellepurta.com/  https://www.instagram.com/michellepurtacoaching

After becoming parents, couples begin to face a lot of challenges around being able to resolve conflict together as a team and ending fights.   They struggle with communicating and the arguments seem neverending because they don't know how to do it successfully and productively, and just end up sweeping

One of the most common things women are telling me these days is that they want to feel more heard by their husbands. They want to feel like their spouse is listening to them, taking to heart what they're saying, and acting on the feedback they're receiving so that they can feel like they're supported in their marriage. Feeling heard is needed in order to deepen the intimacy with your partner and knowing how to set the stage for both people in the relationship to feel heard is pivotal. In this episode you will learn: What feeling heard meansWhy feeling heard is vital in a marriageWhat happens when we don't feel heard3 things people do that prevents them from feeling heard Want to feel more heard in your marriage and want support with that? Schedule a free clarity call with me to learn about how I can support you to not only feel more heard but also deepen the connection in your marriage! Schedule your call here: https://michellepurta.as.me/clarity Thanks for listening! Resources: Connect and send a message letting us know you loved this episode: @michellepurtacoachingBook a clarity call with MichelleWatch the free training - The #1 Conversation Married Couples Need To Have (But Aren't)Join the free Marriage & Motherhood community

When you're a mom, self care tends to only happen when it's convenient - when you have the time, when you have the energy, and when you remember to. And we have it completely backwards when it comes to that! That's like expecting the car to move without putting any gas in it. Our self care is our gas and in this week's episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Allie Mirosevic. Allie is a wife, mom of two, and entrepreneur living in Los Angeles. She is the founder of Bliss'd, a self-care brand aimed at helping fellow moms live more joyful and fulfilling lives through the power of journaling. Allie discovered her love for journaling in 2019, during a challenging first postpartum experience, and now wants to help other moms experience the transformative benefits of journaling. In this episode, Allie and I discuss: the incredible impact journaling can have for momsdifferent ways you can journalhow journaling can help you become more mindful with life, marriage and motherhoodhow journaling has positively transformed Allie's life Whether you're an avid journaler or you're new to it, Allie has generously offered you listeners with a 20% off code on her journal! Use code: MARRIAGE20 to grab your discount! You can grab her journal here: https://www.blissd.co Allie also just launched an accountability group for moms! If you'd like support and community, sign up here: blissd.co/pages/sign-up-journaling-accountability-group Want to connect with Allie? Website: https://www.blissd.co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blissdco/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blissdco  Thank you for listening!   If you enjoyed this episode, share it with someone you know would benefit from listening to this too and remember to rate and review the show!   If you love this show, then you'll love and want to join my free private Facebook community Marriage & Motherhood. I'd love to connect with you in there!   I look forward to supporting you!   Connect with me! https://www.michellepurta.com/  https://www.instagram.com/michellepurtacoaching

Have you ever thought about how self care impacts how you experience conflict?   Most couples believe that the difference between arguments that end quickly and those that don't depend on the specific issue.   The truth is that we have more control over the likelihood of successful conflict resolution than we give ourselves credit for.   The way we communicate and react to conflict has everything to do with self care.   In this episode, I dive into: what it means if communication feels hard with your partnerthe negative impact the lack of self care has on communication with your husband and kidshow self care positive affects communication   Thank you for listening!   If you resonate with this topic and you want support, book a free clarity call so you can learn how coaching can help you with this!   Schedule your call here: https://michellepurta.as.me/clarity   I look forward to supporting you!   Connect with me! https://www.michellepurta.com/ https://www.instagram.com/michellepurtacoaching https://www.facebook.com/groups/marriageandmotherhood

Do you ever feel like you are just ONE moment away from needing to curl up into a ball and just cry because you're feeling overwhelmed by marriage, motherhood, work, and just LIFE? As women we have so many expectations put on us and then have even MORE put onto us once we become moms. It's seriously no wonder why so many moms out there experience burnout which is exactly why I wanted to share the one question I've learned to ask myself whenever I feel like I'm on the verge of losing my shit. This one question has helped me overcome burnout so that life, marriage, motherhood and business feels less chaotic and more simple, intentional, and enjoyable. In this episode, I cover: the consequences we experience when moms don't practice self carethe importance of nurturing connection in your marriageone question I believe every mom needs to start asking to overcome and prevent burnout If you want to learn more about what REAL self care is, check out episode 76! Thank you for listening!   Want support with getting your marriage back on track?   Click here to schedule a call with me today to learn more about how I can support you!   If you enjoyed this episode, share it with someone you know would benefit from listening to this too and remember to rate and review the show!   Other ways you can learn more: https://www.instagram.com/michellepurtacoaching Join my free FB community: Marriage & Motherhood https://www.michellepurta.com

Motherhood can be so beautiful and also so overwhelming and consuming. Most moms I've talked to have experienced losing their sense of self and battled with figuring out how to care for their family as well as themselves. While majority of our generation didn't grow up with an example of how to do that, we are now trying to figure out our way of doing things so that we can balance motherhood with our womanhood. In this episode, I chat with Christine Anastasia to discuss why moms need to prioritize their mental health. Christine is a Master Certified Life Coach and a young working parent. She is a mom of three and her coaching services and group programs help new moms and busy moms juggling work and raising a young family.  At their core, she believes they want to be the best versions of themselves. She helps moms prioritize their well-being in motherhood so they can thrive.  During the episode, Christine and I dive into: the importance of prioritizing mental health to thrive as a mombreaking generational patterns and societal expectationsraising awareness around mental health in motherhood Love what you've heard and want to learn more? Connect with Christine! Website: https://christineanastasia.com/  IG: https://www.instagram.com/villagecoachmamma/  FB: https://www.facebook.com/christineanastasiacoaching  LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christineanastasia/  TWITTER:  @canastasiacoach Thank you for listening!   If you enjoyed this episode, share it with someone you know would benefit from listening to this too and remember to rate and review the show!   If you love this show, then you'll love and want to join my free private Facebook community Marriage & Motherhood. I'd love to connect with you in there!   I look forward to supporting you!   Connect with me! https://www.michellepurta.com/  https://www.instagram.com/michellepurtacoaching

We often think of self care as something we do that we get to indulge in like spa days or a day out with friends. But as busy moms, this isn't always convenient or possible because of time, money or childcare. So does this mean we have to feel burned out between the times we can make it happen? NO! In this week's episode of The Marriage & Motherhood Podcast, I dive into: what REAL self care is and redefining how we think of self carewhat REAL self care looks likethe benefits of practicing sustainable self care Thank you for listening!   Want support with getting your marriage back on track?   Click here to schedule a call with me today to learn more about how I can support you!   If you enjoyed this episode, share it with someone you know would benefit from listening to this too and remember to rate and review the show!   Other ways you can learn more: https://www.instagram.com/michellepurtacoaching Join my free FB community: Marriage & Motherhood https://www.michellepurta.com

So many couples out there share that the connection in their marriage has declined since becoming parents. The shift in focus puts a huge toll on the relationship and couples are sometimes realizing it too late. If you're wanting to make sure your marriage can stand the test of parenthood and time, then you'll definitely want to tune into this episode! In this week's episode of The Marriage & Motherhood Podcast, I share: What comes first - your husband or your kidsWhat can happen as a result of prioritizing your kids above your marriageWhen you should prioritize your kids over your husbandWho you should prioritize above your husband AND your kids Thank you for listening!   Want support with getting your marriage back on track?   Click here to schedule a call with me today to learn more about how I can support you!   If you enjoyed this episode, share it with someone you know would benefit from listening to this too and remember to rate and review the show!   Other ways you can learn more: https://www.instagram.com/michellepurtacoaching Join my free FB community: Marriage & Motherhood https://www.michellepurta.com

We all know being a mom is HARD. And they say that if you think you're failing at it, then you're doing it right. It's particularly tough trying to raise your kids differently than how you were raised. You try to implement conscious parenting approaches in your home and it feels so good when you notice positive changes, but it absolutely takes a lot of mental effort to be this intentional. However, did you know there's a style of parenting that goes beyond conscious parenting? I sure didn't until I chatted with this week's guest, Cara Tyrrell. Cara Tyrrell is a Vermont based Early Childhood Educator, Collaborative Parenting Coach, and the founder of Core4Parenting™. She is the passionate mastermind behind the Collaborative Parenting Methodology™, a birth-to-five, soul and science based framework that empowers parents to maximize their child’s early learning while raising fantastic human beings who succeed in school and life. In this episode, Cara shared: What collaborative parenting isThe results parents experience when they implement the collaborative parenting methodologyThe challenges of raising kids differently than how you were raisedWhat a parenting mission statement is and why every family should have one Love what you've heard and want to learn more? Connect with Cara! Check out her upcoming free live workshop, Transforming Your Triggers on September 6th! https://www.caratyrrell.com/bio  Podcast: https://www.caratyrrell.com/podcast  IG: https://www.instagram.com/core4parenting/  LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cara-tyrrell/  FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/core4parenting Thank you for listening!   If you enjoyed this episode, share it with someone you know would benefit from listening to this too and remember to rate and review the show!   If you love this show, then you'll love and want to join my free private Facebook community Marriage & Motherhood. I'd love to connect with you in there!   I look forward to supporting you!   Connect with me! https://www.michellepurta.com/  https://www.instagram.com/michellepurtacoaching

Does every argument make you feel more and more disconnected from your husband?   Do they make you question the longevity and security of your marriage?   Conflict is inevitable but the outcome of conflict doesn't have to look like your marriage falling apart. When you know how to use conflict to the benefit of your relationship, you can actually grow closer together as a couple.   You can resolve issues as a team and face arguments head on because you know that you'll come out of it together stronger.   In this week's episode of The Marriage & Motherhood Podcast, I share: The different outcomes of different approaches to conflictWhat you can do to reconnect after a fight   Thank you for listening! Stay tuned for next week's episode where I share healthy communication habits you can strive to create in your marriage!   If you enjoyed this episode, share it with someone you know would benefit from listening to this too and remember to rate and review the show!   If you love this show, then you'll love and want to join my free private Facebook community Marriage & Motherhood. I'd love to connect with you in there!   Here are the resources I shared in the episode: - Marriage Communication Essentials Self Study Mini Course - Private coaching (1:1 or couples)   I look forward to supporting you!   Connect with me! https://www.facebook.com/groups/marriageandmotherhood

When you're raised by a mom whose self care was being selfless and giving all that she was to her family, it's challenging to know how to take care of ourselves. Especially when we become a mom ourself. Nearly every mom I have worked with or even had a conversation with has lost themselves in motherhood and forgotten how to make themselves a priority and this has got to change. In this week's episode of The Marriage & Motherhood Podcast, I interviewed Dr. Emily Jacobs to talk all about how to make self care feel less like a chore so that you can start including yourself into your decisions again! Emily Jacobs is a board-certified doctorate-prepared nurse wellness coach and thought leader who resides in Beverly Hills, Michigan with her husband and two vibrant little daughters. Emily’s coaching helps daughters who are worthy of more to overcome fear and guilt so that they can start living a life they love. In my interview with Dr. Emily, she shares: What challenges moms face when trying to practice self careLife changing realizations she had about self careThe different levels of self care  Connect with Dr. Emily: www.dremilyjacobs.com Free Self-Reflection Guide Journal when you sign up for newsletter here: https://www.dremilyjacobs.com/signup @dremilyjacobs Facebook Group - Live Your Life For You https://www.facebook.com/groups/liveyourlifeforyou/    Thank you for listening!   If you enjoyed this episode, share it with someone you know would benefit from listening to this too and remember to rate and review the show!   If you love this show, then you'll love and want to join my free private Facebook community Marriage & Motherhood. I'd love to connect with you in there!   I look forward to supporting you!   Connect with me! https://www.michellepurta.com/  https://www.instagram.com/michellepurtacoaching ">

In every marriage, there are times when communication becomes a challenge. You might find yourself falling into unhealthy patterns when you're upset, leading to recurring arguments and feelings of disconnection. Blaming, criticizing, getting defensive, disrespecting your partner, and assuming are all common pitfalls that can hinder open communication and emotional intimacy. If you would like to learn more about the 5 unhealthy communication habits, check out episode 70 first and come back to listen to this. In this week's episode of The Marriage & Motherhood Podcast, I share essential healthy communication habits you can start practicing to replace the unhealthy ones to empower you to build a deeper connection with your spouse and resolve conflicts more effectively. Thank you for listening!   If you enjoyed this episode, share it with someone you know would benefit from listening to this too and remember to rate and review the show!   If you love this show, then you'll love and want to join my free private Facebook community Marriage & Motherhood. I'd love to connect with you in there!   Here are the resources I shared in the episode: - Marriage Communication Essentials Self Study Mini Course - Private coaching (1:1 or couples)   I look forward to supporting you!   Connect with me! https://www.instagram.com/michellepurtacoaching http://www.threads.net/@michellepurtacoaching

Not all communication is healthy communication when it comes to talking to your husband or partner. There are specific approaches and strategies to having better conversations with your significant other especially when you're in an argument.   More specifically, there are 5 communication habits that are unhealthy and can end up setting your relationship back when communication is supposed to bring you closer and strengthen the connection you share.   In this week's episode of The Marriage & Motherhood Podcast, I share: 5 unhealthy communication habits you need to be aware ofWhat each habit sounds like   Thank you for listening! Stay tuned for next week's episode where I share healthy communication habits you can strive to create in your marriage!   If you enjoyed this episode, share it with someone you know would benefit from listening to this too and remember to rate and review the show!   If you love this show, then you'll love and want to join my free private Facebook community Marriage & Motherhood. I'd love to connect with you in there!   Here are the resources I shared in the episode: - Marriage Communication Essentials Self Study Mini Course - Private coaching (1:1 or couples)   I look forward to supporting you!   Connect with me! https://www.instagram.com/michellepurtacoaching http://www.threads.net/@michellepurtacoaching

Sleep is the one thing we're told we're gonna lose out on as parents. Too bad babies don't come out knowing how to sleep through the night already right? Sleep deprivation can really mess with you. You feel all out of sorts, you don't know what day it is, you don't remember when you last showered, and you're also a lot less patient and lot more snippy. When you're lacking sleep, you get used to being some level of tired. You get so used to it that you don't even realize how much it's affecting you - especially in your relationship. Your relationship with yourself, with your partner and with your kids. In this week's episode of The Marriage & Motherhood Podcast, I interviewed Danielle Ubhaus to talk all about bedtime routines! Danielle is a mom of 4 and Children’s Sleep Coach. She helps families who are exhausted and ready for a sleep transformation so they can be the best version of themselves for their children, partners, families and friends. She offers a client-led approach that matches your parenting style, there is no one size fits all! Her program is a three week, 1:1, intensive to coach and support you! With her 5-step process, she gives you, your child and your family sleep success! For being a listener, she is gifting 15% off her services if you mention my name. If you're interested in working with her, schedule your free call here! In my interview with Danielle, she shares: The benefits of a bedtime routineHow to establish a healthy bedtime routineWhy a bedtime is crucial for everyone in the family  Connect with Danielle! Website: www.restfulhaus.com IG: www.instagram.com/therestfulhaus FB - www.facebook.com/therestfulhaus Thank you for listening!   If you enjoyed this episode, share it with someone you know would benefit from listening to this too and remember to rate and review the show!   If you love this show, then you'll love and want to join my free private Facebook community Marriage & Motherhood. I'd love to connect with you in there!   I look forward to supporting you!   Connect with me! https://www.instagram.com/michellepurtacoaching http://www.threads.net/@michellepurtacoaching

Communication can be hard and conflict is not fun. To most of us, it feels like a waste of time, something we'd rather avoid having to experience because it doesn't feel good at all. It's emotionally draining, it's uncomfortable, and then you have to get over that awkward stage between not being ok as a couple and being ok again. As a mom, it already seems like there isn't enough time in the day for just the normal day to day stuff so we definitely don't have the time to have arguments with our spouse. But when conflict is done the right way, it can actually save you time because it can prevent future arguments from happening. However, in order to do that you've got to know the two types of conflict there are and see which kind you're engaging in majority of the time so you can start fighting the right way - the way that benefits your relationship. In this week's episode of The Marriage & Motherhood Podcast, I share: The two types of conflictHow to tell which type you regularly experience with your spouse Thank you for listening!   If you enjoyed this episode, share it with someone you know would benefit from listening to this too and remember to rate and review the show!   If you love this show, then you'll love and want to join my free private Facebook community Marriage & Motherhood. I'd love to connect with you in there!   Here are the resources I shared in the episode: - Marriage Communication Essentials Self Study Mini Course - Private coaching (1:1 or couples)   I look forward to supporting you!   Connect with me! https://www.instagram.com/michellepurtacoaching http://www.threads.net/@michellepurtacoaching