Parenting the K-5's Without Forfeiting Your Marriage
04/24/24 • 36 min
Raising kids isn't just about the ABCs and 123s; it's a complex dance that can trip up even the most in-step couples. In this episode, we open up about the parenting hurdles that can either trip you up or strengthen your stride. We discuss everything from the decision-making behind how many activities to do to disciplining with differing philosophies. Listen as we share our personal reflections and how we strive to maintain unity in our parenting approach, all while keeping the laughter alive and the marriage thriving.
Raising kids isn't just about the ABCs and 123s; it's a complex dance that can trip up even the most in-step couples. In this episode, we open up about the parenting hurdles that can either trip you up or strengthen your stride. We discuss everything from the decision-making behind how many activities to do to disciplining with differing philosophies. Listen as we share our personal reflections and how we strive to maintain unity in our parenting approach, all while keeping the laughter alive and the marriage thriving.
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Still Becoming One - Parenting the K-5's Without Forfeiting Your Marriage
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Welcome to the Still Becoming One podcast . We are Brad and Kate .
Speaker 2In our more than 20 years of marriage , we've survived both dark times and experienced restoration .
Speaker 1Now as a licensed marriage counselor and relationship coaches . We help couples to regain hope and joy .
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