marriage

When your spouse dies, you hear the same thoughtful advice about letting yourself mourn and taking time to accept the loss. But there are other things you think about once the initial grieving period is over. Find out what else you must do…

The idea of getting married is a big, big deal. Marriages don't come easy nowadays, so to commit yourself into a relationship that is "til death do us part" cannot be a commitment that is taken too lightly. However, when you involve the…

Whether your spouse has a temporary illness, such as the flu, or something much more serious, caretaking can take a toll on your own emotional health. Family members of the seriously ill often experience depression, anxiety and even acute…

It is important to prepare a carefully thought out celebration when planning for your spouse's birthday. Whether he or she enjoys the outdoors, weekend getaways, or time with family, make sure to follow these important steps. 3…

A marriage is an easy place for a codependent to hide because many typical codependent behaviors can be explained away as the actions of a devoted and caring spouse. However, rampant and untreated codependency can ruin a marriage. The…

Figuring out whether or not you want to have a baby is one of the biggest decisions you'll ever make. Some people seem to consider having children an automatic step after a couple gets married, or when a woman reaches a certain age. It's…

Your first marriage didn't last, but don't worry. Everyone is divorced these days. There is really no stigma attached to divorce anymore, and it puts you in a more knowledgeable position when you choose a man to be your second husband.…

A cheating spouse hurts quite a bit, and it can be difficult to move on. You're feeling angry, sad and confused, and you really don't know what to do next. You might even be blaming yourself, but it's not your fault. Infidelity in a…

Affairs have long been defined as engaging in a sexual relationship outside of the confines of marriage. While fidelity certainly includes refraining from any physical contact with another person other than your spouse, inappropriate…

Finding out that your partner was unfaithful is a devastating situation. Whether he (or she) was up front and honest about the infidelity or hid it from you, it still brings about many emotions including anger, jealousy, hurt, sadness, and…