How Does Having Kids Change Your Marriage?

Ever tried to have a quiet conversation with your wife while a toddler was around? Good luck. We love kids, but they sure can get in the way sometimes. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about the threats parenting presents to marriage.  Why This Matters Marriages change after you have kids. Men must prioritize their relationship with their wives in order to weather the challenges that parenting presents.  Common Threats to Marriage After Becoming a Dad ·      Exhaustion: Kids wear us out physically, emotionally, and mentally. That impacts your marriage.  ·      New areas of conflict: Arguments can get us thinking “me” not “we.” ·      Losing sight of each other: Don’t live like roommates. Set aside intentional time to connect with your wife.  ·      Mis-ordered priorities: Our wives’ needs should always come before kids’.  ·      Forgetting you’re a team: Work together with your wife to raise kids well.  Important Episode Timestamps 00:00 – 02:03 | Anniversary Plans Gone Wrong 02:03 – 05:15 | When Kids Interrupt Everything 05:15 – 07:02 | Life Before and After Kids 07:02 – 09:20 | The Big Question: What Threats Do Kids Bring to Marriage? 09:20 – 13:31 | Threat #1: Exhaustion 13:31 – 17:12 | The Power of Prioritizing Date Night 17:12 – 22:13 | Threat #2: New Arenas for Conflict 22:13 – 26:33 | Threat #3: Living Like Roommates 26:33 – 33:15 | Threat #4: Misordered Priorities 33:15 – End | Pro Move of the Week: Put your wife first this week. Plan a date. Schedule quiet time together. Remind her that she is your top priority. All Pro Dad Resources: Episode 70 – What Do Happily Married Couples Think About? Episode 48 – How Do I Overcome Challenges in My Marriage? 5 Threats Parenting Presents to Marriage 5 Barriers to Fun in Your Marriage 9 Ways to We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info! Connect with Us: Ted Lowe on LinkedIn Bobby Lewis on LinkedIn BJ Foster on LinkedIn Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Get All Pro Dad merch! EXTRAS: Follow us: Instagram | Facebook | X (Twitter) Join 200,000+ other dads by subscribing to the All Pro Dad Play of the Day. Get daily fatherhood ideas, insight, and inspiration straight to your inbox. This episode's blog can also be viewed here on AllProDad.com. Like the All Pro Dad gear and mugs? Get your own in the All Pro Dad store. Get great content for moms at iMOM.com