WORK–LIFE BALANCE

When my husband and I first got married, we thought we'd always have endless time for each other. Then came a mortgage, two beautiful kids, and life just got busy. It's so easy to let your marriage slip to the bottom of the to-do list. But I learned pretty quickly that making time for just the two of us is super important. Setting aside a regular date night became our secret to staying connected and remembering why we fell in love. It’s not about fancy dinners, but about creating a lasting tradition of quality time. It takes a little planning, but scheduling that one-on-one time is one of the best things you can do for your relationship. It keeps the romance alive and makes your marriage stronger, even when life is crazy.

I remember when my husband and I first got married. We were inseparable. We talked for hours and went on dates all the time. Then, we had our first baby, and everything changed. Suddenly, our lives were all about feedings, diaper changes, and trying to get a few hours of sleep. Our romantic dates turned into exhausted nights on the couch. It's so easy for parents to lose that special spark. Our kids are the biggest blessing, but they can take over your whole world. If you and your husband feel more like roommates than soulmates these days, you're not alone. The good news is, you can get that intimacy back. It takes work, but bringing that connection and passion back into your marriage is so important, not just for you, but for your whole family. Let's talk about some simple ways my husband and I found to put our relationship first again, even with a house full of wonderful, noisy kids.