Preparing Your Relationship for Parenthood
Most of us imagine that having a baby will bring us closer to our partner…
Unfortunately, it doesn’t always turn out that way! A new baby can shake the foundation of even the strongest, most connected relationships. In fact, there is a significant body of research demonstrating that couples experience a moderate to severe crisis and a significant decline in marital satisfaction in the transition to parenthood.
Counselling can help you prepare for life with a baby!
Entering counselling prior to becoming a family is an excellent way to enhance your confidence in the relationship and prepare for the journey ahead.
In this more proactive form of counselling, you can expect to:
- Create a concrete plan for the “4th Trimester” so that you can feel more prepared
- Work through any disagreements or differences ahead of time
- Strengthen your understanding of and appreciation for your partner so you are starting out on the right foot
- Learn tools that can reduce future conflict and carry you through this stressful period of life with a new baby
- Explore expectations with your partner so that you can create a shared vision of this vulnerable time
- Get clear on what would be helpful from friends and family
Our team can help determine which services are best for you, whether it is individual counselling, couples counselling, or a specific BabyPrep program based on your unique needs.
Get started on your own by accessing our free Postpartum Wellness Plan, or book with one of our counsellors.
Ready to Get Started?
We have a team of counsellors that can help you navigate this next chapter of your life. If you’re not sure what kind of support you need, we’ll be happy to match you with a counsellor who can help you feel more like yourself.
Our Relationship Counsellors
Ruth Skutezky
