“Have that quality time together because you have to depend on this person and stay connected so you don't feel alone. Don't stop date night.”
Tarah Kerwin
Episode 122, orgasmic birth the podcast
Deepen Your Emotional & Physical Bond with Your Partner After a Baby
with Tarah Kerwin
Welcome to episode 122
The transition to parenthood can put even the strongest relationships to the test. With the demands of a new baby, it’s all too easy for couples to drift apart, losing the intimacy and connection that once came so naturally. But it doesn’t have to be that way— with the right strategies and mindset, you can deepen your bond and emerge from this chapter closer than ever.
Tarah Kerwin is a licensed marriage and family therapist and the co-founder of the Relationship Renovation Counseling Center. Alongside her husband EJ, she’s on a mission to help couples navigate the challenges of new parenthood and rediscover the love that brought them together.
In this episode, Tarah shares her personal birth story, and tips for building support systems, maintaining intimacy, preparing for parenthood, and turning personal struggles into professional expertise. Tune in to learn how you can safeguard your relationship through this transformative time.
Episode Highlights:
03:10 An Emotional Moment
10:49 Navigating the First Year with Twins
16:32 Building a Counseling Practice
20:51 Maintaining Intimacy and Connection After Pregnancy
27:12 Preparing for Parenthood
30:07 Resources for Couples
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