Each of these stories paints a familiar picture of how couples go from a deep, close connection to cold distance and emptiness in their relationship. So how do couples just starting out avoid creating this kind of marital chasm?: Finding small ways to connect every day.

You can still be jolly! Here are some tips for making the most of this joyful time of year.

Make it a goal to say something positive, make a positive gesture, or do something loving for your partner, little one, or teen every day, just five times a day, and watch what happens in your relationship!

The pathway to connection and security in relationships requires the emotional presence that comes when two people are vulnerable and present with one another. This requires that we keep our hearts open and tuned in to our loved one so that when the eclipse comes because eventually, it will, you will be able to regain that familiar warmth and connection you both long for.

On average, 11,636 babies are born every Valentine’s Day in the United States. For two-thirds of couples, this new addition causes increased conflict and an overall decline in the quality of their relationship. These are some tips on how to baby-proof your relationship.

Did you see that couple over there looking down at their phone the entire time during dinner? What about those kids playing on their iPad and never once uttered a word to their parents? Your relationship needs you, all of you!

Psychologists have found this single behavior is so powerful that they can use it — along with the negative behaviors of criticism, defensiveness, and stonewalling — to predict divorce with 93% accuracy. "Contempt," says Gottman, "is the kiss of death."

A long-lasting, meaningful connection between two people is built over time with little things that are done on a daily basis. This goes for romantic relationships as well as parent-child relationships. Create a list of 5 things you can do each day to connect with your partner, baby, or child.

This blog will address issues in relationships between parents and kids, couples, and families with an emphasis on attachment, connection, conflict regulation, parenting, and tips for creating and maintaining lifelong loving relationships. This is my passion.