Planning a wedding can bring about stress in unexpected ways, and one of those revolves around disrupted relationships with people you were otherwise close to. While this is certainly an unfortunate part of the planning process for some, it is ... read more

Although engagement rings are a classic jewelry staple meant to symbolize the joining of two individuals, trends come and go for these stunning jewels. 2021 is no exception, and there are a host of styles topping the charts as the ... read more

Planning your wedding is such a fun and exciting process, but it can at times be all-encompassing. Once the wedding passes and you’re settling into married life, though, it can be tough to distinguish what things you’ve heard about marriage ... read more

Well, the time has finally come. You’ve met the love of your life and settled down together. Your finances are in order. You’re happy with your career. And, most importantly, you’re ready to bring someone new into your family. You ... read more

The day you say “I do,” you promise to love your spouse as long as you both shall live. On paper, this sounds great: an unending, unwavering affection, both emotional and physical, that helps you support and uplift each other ... read more

Just like Santa Claus or the Tooth Fairy, Cupid has become an iconic, mythical creature that represents a couple specific things: love and Valentine’s Day. While we frequently see this familiar character illustrated on greeting cards, on TV, and in ... read more

Getting married is a huge step in anyone’s life, prompting not only happiness and excitement, but a wide range of other emotions, thoughts, and feelings. In order to wrangle what you’re feeling and to go into your marriage with a ... read more

Love may last a lifetime, but intimacy can come and go. It can happen to any couple at any stage of the relationship. While the absence of intimacy in a marriage is common, it’s not the end of the world. ... read more

Whether you’re a newlywed or a newlywed-to-be, contraceptives are important to think about if you’re not quite ready to have kids. Although the ubiquitous condom is a go-to pregnancy prevention for many couples, another common option are hormonal contraceptives—such as ... read more

While physical intimacy is a topic that’s typically top of mind in a marriage, emotional intimacy isn’t discussed as often. However, that doesn’t mean that it’s not just as important to the health of a relationship. Many couples find themselves ... read more