You’re probably excited about the time leading up to your wedding. You are busy, emotional, and probably on a high. You may not be surprised that the high you’re experiencing will eventually end, but you may be surprised that it could lead to a mental crash. Post-wedding depression affects many newlyweds. This is a temporary period of depression that follows the wedding. This is characterized by feelings such as sadness, loneliness, and boredom. It’s like an emotional hangover. Usually, these after-wedding blues last a few weeks. In some cases, they may last longer than six months, and profess ..read more

It’s exciting to plan a wedding, and it’s even more so when you are planning a child! What happens when these two events coincide? Is it just as exciting, or does the stress double? Both are true. In general, pregnancy during your wedding does not have to alter your plans at all. There are some things you may want to do differently. Decide what trimester you’ll be in for your wedding If you just found out you’re pregnant–congratulations! You may wonder if you should change your save-the-dates. You may wish to speed up or delay the process depending on when you are ..read more

Social media is flooded with couples who document their style of proposals, from “marry me?” written with small candles on a patio to photos taken during a hike that become engagement ring shots. With the constant appearance of online proposal trends, stress has increased about how to ask your partner. Some people try to find the answer by espionage. They ask their loved one’s closest friends for advice, they sneak onto their Pinterest page, or they pose undercover questions. I have always advocated for couples to have a clear and upfront discussion about their expectations ..read more

Planning your wedding can be exciting and fun, but it can also become overwhelming at times. After the wedding and as you settle into married life, it’s hard to tell what is true and what is a myth. Learn about the marriage myths that have been disproven over time. It is necessary to change your last name. Now, it’s considered old-fashioned for married women to have to change their names to match their husbands. It’s a common tradition for married women to change their last name. However, this is becoming less and less the case. This “myth” has no truth. You can change your last name ..read more

Trends come and go with engagement rings despite their status as a timeless jewelry item that symbolizes the union of two people. The year 2021 is not an exception. A variety of styles are at the top of the charts. Yellow Gold Yellow gold was once relegated to the background in favor of metals like white gold and platinum, but it is making a big comeback by 2021. This metal is popular with couples because it can enhance an everyday look or other jewelry. It also has a classic appeal. What’s the downside of this trend? Given its popularity, gold prices rose during the pandemic and are not expec ..read more

Stress can be caused by unexpected things, including the disruption of relationships with those you are close to. While this is often unavoidable in wedding planning, it can be a very unfortunate experience for some. You can use different strategies to navigate these disagreements and salvage your relationship. The Bridesmaid Who Had a FallOut A bride-to-be’s biggest problem is having a falling out with a bridesmaid she has chosen for her wedding during the planning stage. This can be a difficult situation to handle, whether it is a disagreement over the dress chosen or other issues with peopl ..read more

It’s exciting to start your new life as newlyweds. You probably have a long list of things you want to buy as a couple, whether you are moving into a new home or upgrading your current home. Amazon Prime Day offers great discounts on a variety of items. Amazon has a plethora of deals on home goods and much more. This year’s Prime Day has a few things you should be on the lookout for. Kitchen Deals It seems that there is a never-ending checklist of kitchen items you’ll need when you get married. It’s great to be able to save money without sacrificing quality ..read more

Divorce can be a difficult and emotional experience. You may think that you understand everything about divorce, but there are many things people do not know. Find out what you didn’t know about separating from your spouse. You may have second thoughts. Many people have second thoughts about divorce, even though they don’t like to talk about it. The questioning may occur during the divorce process or even after the divorce is finalized. It’s difficult for many people to stop second-guessing themselves when their ex starts dating or has a new relationship. It’s normal to feel thi ..read more

Marriage is not just about deciding who you will love and stay faithful to for the rest of your lives; it’s a financial merger. Marriage involves combining your income (and your debts) and planning for your vacations, your children, your retirement, and everything else along the way. You’ll need to know how to talk to your partner about money and how to make key financial decisions together, whether you’ve lived on your own and have a good grasp of your finances or if you’re beginning your career. It’s crucial to talk about money often and early when you are getting married so you can manage b ..read more

It is normal to return to your daily life after you become engaged gradually. You are getting married, and you have to plan your wedding. There are some weeks when there’s nothing to do related to engagement—no parties, no planning, and no announcements. It is important to keep people’s emotions high during engagement. It can be difficult to transition from the excitement of the holidays and the joyous surprise to the dark, cold months. These ideas will help you to not only make the engagement exciting but also to make the winter months productive and positive. Create a home blueprint together ..read more