67. Keeping the Spark Alive After Kids with Dr. Daryl Johnson

Relationships always require a lot of time and energy in order to be successful. This becomes extremely challenging once a couple has children because all the focus is directed towards them. It sometimes seems impossible to create balance between your relationship with your partner and time spent with the children. Dr. Daryl Johnson joins me on this episode to teach us how to do just that. Dr. Daryl is a couples therapist, licensed professional counselor and psychologist in the Washington DC area. Dr. Daryl helps her clients break through the obstacles that seem to be holding them back in their relationships. She specializes in guiding singles and couples toward healthy romantic relationships. She recently released her first book entitled Love and Other Stuff, The No Bullshit Guide to Relationships When Love isn't Enough.  In this episode we discuss: Relationship challenges that parents face and how to deal with them Common issues couples struggle with Ways to create healthy expectations within your relationship Tips for how to keep the spark in your relationship Resources: Grab your copy of Dr. Daryl’s book, Love and Other Stuff The No Bullshit Guide to Relationships When Love isn't Enough The Gottman Institute  Love Language Quiz Connect with Dr. Daryl: Website Instagram: @dr.daryljohnson Facebook: DrDarylJohnsonConsultingLLC Dr. Daryl’s coaching programs Head to the show notes for resources from this episode: lynzyandco.com/motherhood-meets-medicine-the-podcast/ Connect on Instagram @motherhoodmeetsmedicine.  Join the Motherhood Meets Medicine community at patreon.com/motherhoodmeetsmedicine.  Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Motherhood Meets Medicine Podcast is a space that brings all women together. It's for those who hope to be a mom one day, those who are already mothers, and mothers of mothers. This podcast will give you candid, informal interviews on motherhood topics that you can listen to while you're driving to work, folding laundry or whatever else your busy day may bring. Each week, Your host, Lynzy Coughlin, will be focusing on topics ranging from postpartum issues to parenting teens. She's bringing in experts with formal training to cover everything motherhood! So grab your coffee and join us for a weekly chat on your time. All are welcome! Lynzy is a Physician Assistant in the Emergency Department where she has practiced medicine for the last 15 years. You can connect with Lynzy on her Substack account, Badass Matriarch.