Love After Lullabies Miranda + Aaron

In this solo episode, Miranda explores the art of conflict resolution using the Gottman Method's three essential components: Accepting Influence, Identifying Perpetual Problems, and Taking a Break. Join her as she delves into practical strategies for fostering mutual respect, open communication, and the importance of knowing when to hit pause during heated moments. Learn how incorporating these elements can transform conflicts into opportunities for deeper understanding and connection in your relationships.



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**Special Re-Release of S1 E6 with Steve Calis**

Join us as Steve Calis tells his serendipitous love story, which ultimately saved his life. Steve shares his experience of love, self identity and his role in becoming a new dad.  (This episode contains sensitive material including suicide ideation and intent, which could be triggering for some listeners.  Please take care while listening.)

Steve Calis is a podcaster from the small town of Yeovil, Somerset in the UK. He is engaged to the love of his life and has a beautiful son.  

Steve hosts The Steve Calls show! Steve is on a journey to be a better man. or, at least, a less stupid one. Join Steve each week as he sits with his two friends Kevin and George and often some very special guests to figure out what life is really all about. Enter the unusual, funny, warm and chaotic world of Steve Calis and join him on a quest to answer life's biggest questions and lots of life's small, weird questions too!

Listen to the Steve Calis Show here: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AUqedDpgolrI1cQUAAUYy

If you or someone you know is suffering from a mental health crisis, please reach out for help. If you are located in the United States, call Lifeline at 988. If you are located in the UK, call 116 123 or visit: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/guides-to-support-and-services/crisis-services/helplines-listening-services/?fbclid=IwAR0Ym31CWh2yuFDDoo6mIaJJkPbKdlkX3YUAYSWhuk6VFVU3VKI_W76pANE

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In this BONUS episode, Maria Berglund, founder of InKind Boxes, shares her experiences with postpartum care and the inspiration behind her nonprofit organization. She discusses the differences between postpartum care in Canada and the US, highlighting the lack of support and attention given to new mothers in the US healthcare system. Maria explains how her own postpartum experiences led her to create InKind Boxes, which provides carefully curated postpartum care packages for families. She emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries and receiving help during the postpartum period, as well as the need for intentional postpartum planning and support. In this conversation, Love After Lullabies and Maria discuss the challenges of setting boundaries and breaking people-pleasing habits as parents. They also explore the impact of in-kind gift boxes on families in need and share personal stories of giving and receiving these boxes. Maria shares her experience of moving to a new country and adjusting to parenthood. They discuss the importance of self-care and supportive partnerships, as well as the value of honest conversations about postpartum experiences. They also highlight the importance of finding support and community as parents and provide information on how to get involved with In-Kind.



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On today's episode, we're joined by the incredible Christina and Charlie Walker. Together, we explore a variety of subjects, from cultivating community to redefining parenthood, and how working collaboratively strengthens our bonds and inspires those around us. Join us as we delve into their remarkable journey.

Christina Walker has been a private vocal performance coach for over 20 years. She is the CEO of PRACTICE-POLISH-PERFORM®, a virtual training program for youth performers, and is pioneering Performing Arts Mindset™education in the youth performing arts industry. Christina is a mom of 4 (ages 16-20) and lives in Dallas, TX.



Charlie P. Walker is an Associate Director of Cardio-Renal Sales at Boehringer-Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, where he’s been employed for the past 20 years. He started his career in Tennessee, where he met his wife Christina, before moving to Dallas Texas in 2015. Charlie is a Florida native, but made Tennessee his home after attending Carson-Newman University on a football scholarship, where he received a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology. After pursuing a professional football career and serving as a public school teacher, Charlie worked as Director of Personal Training with the Bally Total Fitness Corporation and as a Youth Pastor in Knoxville, TN where he achieved his Master’s Degree in Biomechanics from the University of Tennessee in 2007.

In addition, Charlie is active in the community, serving on the Board of Directors with Fellowship of Christian Athletes, as a NCAA Character Coach, and volunteering as a Regional Team Captain for All Pro Dads. He and his wife Christina serve at Covenant Church in Carrollton TX (North Dallas) with their four beautiful and talented children, Lyric, Malachi, Maya, and Solomon.



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Join us as we sit with Rodd and Alexandra, a married couple and relationship coaches, as they share their experiences and insights on maintaining intimacy and connection after becoming parents. They discuss the challenges they faced during the transition to parenthood, including the lack of sleep and support. They also highlight the dynamics of being firstborns and how it influenced their parenting journey and the importance of finding something more in their relationship and the process of reigniting the spark. They talk about seeking guidance and education to improve their relationship and build intimacy and also discuss the significance of sharing vulnerability and desire in cultivating a strong connection. Finally, they reflect on changing assumptions and goals and the courage it takes to speak up about their needs and desires.

In this conversation, Rodd and Alexandra share their insights on building intimacy and connection in a relationship, especially after having children. They discuss the importance of shared experiences and having a common goal in maintaining a strong partnership. They also emphasize the power of choosing one's experience and finding moments of connection throughout the day. Practical strategies for intimacy, such as appreciating non-sexual physical touch and creating intentional moments of connection, are explored. The conversation concludes with information about Alexandra's work and resources, including the Honeymoon 2.0 retreat.

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In this solo episode, Miranda and Aaron dissect further into their conflict pattern, with a recent uptick of tension in the house. With a commitment to growth and understanding, they reflect and explore strategies for healthier communication. 

Drawing from Miranda's recent participation in a sex therapy course, they delve into the topic of intimacy and its intersection with technology. The conversation takes an unexpected turn as they broach the subject of sex robots, sparking a thought-provoking and controversial dialogue around the ethical and emotional implications of such innovations on human relationships. 

From navigating arguments to the future of intimacy, this episode promises laughter, introspection, and maybe even a few cringy eyebrow-raising moments!



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