Once you have kids, your relationship takes a backseat—that's just reality


Agree

  • Kids' needs are literally more urgent
  • Parenting requires sacrificing couple time
  • Strong parenting creates stable kids first
  • Romance naturally fades with responsibility
  • You signed up for this shift

Disagree

  • Strong couples create better parents
  • Kids need to see healthy love modeled
  • Neglecting your partner breeds resentment
  • Your relationship is the family foundation
  • Martyrdom helps nobody long-term

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