When you marry a person who has children, there are a lot of new things that happen all at once: you become a spouse and you become a stepparent on the same day. This is a big deal! Here are ... read more

Cooking for two can be tricky. With many recipes portioned for large families rather than couples, you can end up with a lot of leftovers, awkward portion sizes if you do try to adjust the recipe or, worst of all, ... read more

If you’re a newlywed, you’ve probably found yourself getting frustrated with your spouse over the past few months. One moment, they’re giving you support, encouragement, friendship, and love; the next moment, they’re driving you insane with their thoughtlessness, moodiness, and ... read more

There’s truly nothing like newlywed bliss. You’re still fresh from your honeymoon, you’ve recently unwrapped all of the wedding presents, and you’re excited to embark on this new life together. But nothing can pop that newlywed bubble quicker than a ... read more

While it’s true that your wedding anniversary by definition comes once a year, your first anniversary only happens once! The pressure is on; how do you pull off the perfect first anniversary—one that reflects your first year of marriage and ... read more

The wedding is over, so what’s next? It’s time to dive into life as a married couple. There’s so many firsts to look forward to as a newly married couple. Even if you’ve already lived together, have celebrated many holidays ... read more

It’s no surprise that you and your partner will probably talk about a lot of things during your marriage. Your conversations will run the gamut from discussions on politics and Game of Thrones fan theories to deciding what to order ... read more

There are many reasons to opt for a wedding ring tattoo instead of the traditional wedding band. Maybe you and your partner object to the diamond industry. Maybe you have a job that doesn’t allow you to wear jewelry at ... read more

One of the most complex and intricate parts of newlywed life is figuring out what sex and sexual intimacy will look like in your married life. Even couples who were sexually active prior to marriage often find this area affected ... read more

You may not realize it, but you’ve been thinking about your wedding for a very long time. From the first moment you were asked to be a flower girl or ring bearer, you’ve probably put some thought into how you’d ... read more