How to Plan a Couples Retreat With Friends Sometimes the best way to strengthen your relationship and friendships is by planning a getaway together. A couples retreat with friends can be both fun and refreshing — whether it’s a quick weekend trip or a week-long vacation. The key is striking the right balance between relaxation, adventure, and thoughtful planning so…
How to Handle Family Wedding Planning Opinions? When you get engaged, you expect to hear congratulations, see happy tears, and maybe get a few ideas for your big day. What you might not expect is how many of those “ideas” turn into strong opinions, and how different they can be depending on which side of the family they’re coming from.…
Travel Relationship Goals: Tips for Couples For many couples, travel isn’t just a luxury—it’s a shared dream, a way to connect, and a chance to grow together. Whether you’re newly married or celebrating years of partnership, making travel part of your relationship goals can bring fresh energy, perspective, and closeness to your connection. Traveling together creates opportunities to experience the…
Your wedding venue sets the tone for your entire celebration, so choosing one that reflects who you are as a couple isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about telling your story. When you close your eyes and picture your wedding day, what do you see? A cozy barn surrounded by twinkle lights? A chic rooftop with sweeping city views? A quiet…
Relationships don’t stay still—they evolve. Whether you’ve just said “I do” or have been building a life together for years, your connection as a couple will change with time. The question is: are you growing together or drifting apart? While every couple faces challenges, there are clear signs that your relationship is moving in a healthy direction. Growing together means…
Parenting is a constant dance between setting limits and showering love. As any parent knows (especially in those early years), it can be tough to find the right balance between discipline and affection. You want to raise confident, kind, respectful children, and you also want them to feel safe, loved, and emotionally secure. So, how do you do both?…
Summer is the perfect time to hit pause on busy routines and reconnect with your partner, especially if it’s during or after the whirlwind of wedding planning, or you’re just in the middle of the everyday rhythms of a long-term relationship. The warmer weather, longer evenings, and slower pace practically beg for fun, meaningful date nights! Whether you’re newly engaged…
Wedding invitations are more than just logistical tools—they’re a first impression. Whether you’re planning a formal celebration or a small backyard gathering, how you address your invitations reflects your style, sets the tone, and shows respect for your guests. Thankfully, modern etiquette has made things a little more flexible and inclusive, which means couples can approach the process with…
Supporting Your Partner Through Stress: A Guide to Stronger Connections Every relationship encounters moments when one partner is under more pressure than usual. Whether the cause is work, health, family issues, or just the everyday challenges of life, knowing how to be there for your partner during a stressful time is one of the most important parts of a healthy,…
Making new friends as a couple can be a surprisingly rewarding challenge. Whether you’re newlyweds, long-time partners, new to town, or simply hoping to grow your social circle, finding like-minded couples to connect with can add fun, laughter, and support to your relationship. In 2025, there are more ways than ever to meet new people—both through good old-fashioned in-person…