Marriage And Relationships

How to be a bridezilla in 5 easy steps

Heather Barnett — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 06:00:00 -0700

Congratulations! You're engaged! Now that you're a bride-to-be, you're the center of the universe! Everyone's universe. Follow these simple guidelines to become the best bridezilla you can be. Trust us. That's what everyone else wants, too!

Grab your tissues: The best proposals on YouTube

Deirdre Kaye — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 09:33:00 -0800

We girls love a good proposal, don't we? After scouring YouTube's endless archives, we found a few of the best proposals ever caught on video.

Snarky comments for your not-so-nice mother-in-law

Kat Hobza — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 05:00:00 -0800

Your mother-in-law is a real b****. Welcome to the high percentage of other women who find themselves in the same post-matrimony trap. When mom-in-laws step over the line, sometimes all they need is a little push back. If your hubby’s mother is more dragon-in-law than mom-in-law, here’s some inspiration for standing your ground…

How to come together as a couple during a crisis

Summer Saldana — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 09:00:00 -0700

When life is good, being married and keeping a relationship together can sometimes seem hard enough to do. And it can especially feel impossible when you are combining two very different people with very opposite pasts. But, when life is added in, and the storms begin to swirl, it sometimes seems as though there is no way to stick together and survive the mess. Trust us though, when we say it IS actually possible, and there are so many examples of couples out there with inspiring stories to share.

The importance of date night to married couples

Elise Stephens — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 05:00:00 -0700

You've likely heard someone tout the absolute necessity of married couples having a weekly date night. Dates nights are easy to slack off on, and many of us need help with a few alternatives to the DVD and popcorn route. Learn to focus your date night for fun and romance, and be inspired by some fresh ideas.

When to draw up a prenup

SheKnows Love & Sex Experts — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 08:15:00 -0700

Check out this excerpt from "Love for Grown-Ups: The Garter Brides' Guide to Marrying for Life When You've Already Got a Life" in which the authors, Ann Blumenthal Jacobs, Patricia Ryan Laml and Tish Rabe, draw up six grown-up reasons for writing a prenup.

The bright side of his boys' nights out

Noelle Nelson — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 09:55:00 -0700

Find out how to ensure that you have a romance-filled weekend after your man has a guys' night out. All you have to do is turn your frown upside down -- and a couple of other easy things!

5 Ways to make over your home after a divorce

Lois Tarter — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 14:14:00 -0700

Making your house a home again after a divorce is essential to moving on. One of the best parts about getting the marital residence is that you can now do whatever you want with it like a remodeling project or changing the color scheme. When you actually change your environment instead of just saying you will change it, you have made the ultimate step in the right direction. Here are some simple ways to help you make that happen.

5 Minutes to a better marriage

Tristan Coopersmith — Sun, 05 Jun 2011 07:02:00 -0700

Great marriages take a lot of TLC. But few of us have time to read long self-help books, fill out workbooks and complete complex exercises dedicated to the cause of maintaining a successful marriage. Instead of trying to tear apart and rebuild your whole engine, try giving your marriage a simple daily tune-up instead. Whether you're a newlywed rookie or a marriage vet, every couple can benefit from these simple five-minute techniques.

What's more important: Your children or your marriage?

Tiernan McKay — Sat, 04 Jun 2011 13:40:00 -0700

Motherhood. With all of its joys and successes come endless responsibilities, chaotic schedules and a generally hectic atmosphere. Given the copious amounts of energy this job demands, there is a tendency to elevate children to 'highest priority' status in a family. But, where does that leave your marriage?

How to cope with your husband's sports fever

Noelle Nelson — Tue, 31 May 2011 10:30:00 -0700

ESPN is on 24/7, the sound of crowds cheering invades your living room morning-noon-and-night, dinner table conversation is about infielders, outfielders, designated hitters and other alien species, and you're ready to run screaming out of the house. So, how's a girl to cope with baseball season?

3 Ways to compromise

Jessica Padykula — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 14:01:00 -0700

One of the best ways to keep your relationship on track and out of trouble is to compromise. If you’re willing to cooperate and work toward turning potential hazards into harmony, you’ll go a long way in making your love last. Here are a few simple ways to introduce compromise into your relationship.

How to find a good work-love balance

Jessica Padykula — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 07:33:00 -0700

When the two of you are busy and overworked, entire days can seem to go by without so much as a cursory glance or conversation. To avoid losing touch with your significant other entirely, here are a few simple strategies for making love work despite jam-packed schedules.

How to grow as a couple

Jessica Padykula — Sat, 19 Mar 2011 08:10:00 -0700

Once you’ve been dating for a while , the need to do everything together starts to fade. The focus shifts slowly back to individual ambitions and priorities, rather than couple-oriented goals. We all need our own purposes in life, but growing not only as an individual but also as a couple can be good for your relationship. Here’s how.

The best things you can do for your relationship

Jessica Padykula — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 08:23:00 -0700

Making a relationship work takes effort. Check out our list of tried-and-true strategies to improve how you and your partner interact and love one another as your relationship grows.

Plan a surprise date night for your man

Jessica Padykula — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 04:55:00 -0700

If you’re looking for a way to show your guy some extra affection , why not plan the ultimate night of appreciation? Here are some great tips for on giving him a day of pampering.

5 Sex tips for married couples

Kori Ellis — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 09:14:00 -0800

With a little effort and planning, you can bring the energy and passion back to your marriage, says Dr. Dorree Lynn, sex and relationship expert and founder of DrDorreeLynn.com. She offers these tips to rev up your sex life with your spouse.

Small gestures that can improve your marriage

Jessica Padykula — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 05:30:00 -0800

It’s easy to forget about little niceties when you’re stressed out and overwhelmed with everyday life. But if you forget about the small things too often, you could be sending your marriage down the path of no return. Check out these small gestures that can help improve your marriage.

How to deal with marriage humps

Tristan Coopersmith — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 10:19:00 -0800

Remember your wedding day? That beautiful, blissful day when you wished you could just freeze time and live in the fantasy forever? And then there was your honeymoon: days or even weeks of luxurious pampering. Then real life hit, and at some point, you were reminded of why you took that "for better or for worse" vow. Sure, marriage veterans – those who'd survived and those who hadn't – warned you that marriage wasn't easy, that it took work, but wow -- who knew you would hit humps like these? Fear no more: There's no marriage hump you can't get over if you're armed with the right tools.

Love hormones: Nature’s greatest pain relievers

Elizabeth Weiss McGolerick — Tue, 08 Feb 2011 10:18:00 -0800

There’s no better treatment for pain than a natural remedy -- and you don’t even have to go to the drugstore for this one: The love hormone. Discover how the science of love and the benefits of kissing influence your well-being.

Secrets for maintaining a successful marriage

Jessica Padykula — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 18:11:00 -0800

Marriage is a wonderful thing, but it also takes hard work if you want it to succeed. For that reason, we turned Tina B. Tessina, PhD, psychotherapist and author of Money, Sex and Kids: Stop Fighting about the Three Things That Can Ruin Your Marriage, about the keys to making your marriage work.