Early parenthood has a way of putting every crack in your relationship under a spotlight. In this candid conversation, Chelsea and Mike pull back the curtain on the pain points they faced after having kids and the lessons they wish they’d learned sooner.

From buried baggage that resurfaces under pressure to communication breakdowns and the mental load that nearly pulled them apart, they share the struggles, the breakthroughs, and the hope that comes with learning to work as a team.

If you’ve ever thought, “Why didn’t anyone tell us it would be this hard?” this episode is for you. You’ll walk away with real-life insights and tools to help you save some heartache and start building the kind of connection that lasts through sleepless nights, identity shifts, and big transitions.

Resources

• Learn more about our 6-Week Relationship Coaching Program: postpartumtogether.com/welcome

• Grab your free Postpartum Planning Checklist: postpartumtogether.com/postpartum-planning

• Book a Connection Call with Chelsea: calendly.com/chelseaskaggs/connection-call

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