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As couples move into life with a new baby, many changes come with that new little arrival. Everyone has their expectations about what life will be like when the baby arrives, but how does the reality stack up?\nLife becomes a \u201cnew normal.\u201d Whether expectations are realistic or not, adjusting to life with a new baby can be a time with many challenges, and communication with each other is vital. Join us to learn more!\nCatherine O\u2019Brien is a licensed marriage and family therapist who lives and practices in Sacramento, California. She is the founder of Happy With Baby, which she created for new parents. She gives them the advice she wishes had been there for her as a new parent.\nCatherine\u2019s new book, Happy With Baby, is a helpful resource for couples who are transitioning into parenthood.\nShow Highlights:\n\nWhat new parents are facing when a baby arrives, especially the strain on the relationship\n\nWhat surprises many new moms about how their partners adjust to parenthood\n\nHow people can feel empowered and confident through the transition\n\nWhy it is difficult for many new parents to ask for help\u2013for various reasons\n\nHow resentment in the relationship can build a wall over time if partnership and connection with each other aren\u2019t prioritized\n\nHow to notice the signs of resentment within yourself toward your partner\n\nHow to start the conversations about connection with your partner and \u201ccheck in\u201d with each other\n\nCatherine\u2019s tips for breaking down each partner\u2019s basic needs to manage health, wellness, and connection\n\nHow new moms can transition into a new space with their postpartum body and keep intimacy alive\n\nHow to prioritize time for check-ins together by planning the time\u2013and even a fun activity\n\nResources:\nConnect with Catherine:\xa0Happy With baby, Instagram, and Facebook\n Happy With Baby by Catherine O\u2019Brien