Most people don't realize what a huge impact having children will have
on their marriage. They remain blissfully ignorant sometimes through
their first child and until they have their second (or third or
fourth). The chaos has a way of sneaking up on you and before you know
it, you're a bad B movie -- arguing about who cleaned the toilet last
and stepping on very sharp toys on your way to the bathroom at night, trying to forestall further chaos by walking without waking anyone.
A new book is coming out soon called "Babyproofing Your Marriage" and its three authors attempt through interviews with married couples to humorously but clearly identify some of the most common problems faced in marriages with children (including the hound dog/ ice queen vortex, oxymoronic family vacations, and managing in-laws). Momblog reviewed the book recently and had this to say:
"This book gives so many stories that both husbands and wives can relate
to. We are all going through this crap. It feels good to know that we
are not the only crazies out there."
Parenting is often a lonely task. Maintaining a relationship with any kind of pulse after children is often even lonelier and more difficult. This book has already sparked some interesting conversations, and will be sure to inspire more once it's book widely published. Meanwhile, go here if you'd like to pre-order it.
