Having your first child is the most stressful event in the life of a family according to social work literature. It brings about the most change. A couple who had been fine can find themselves stressed and having increasing conflict. The new baby doesn’t come with a set of directions and most people underestimate the responsibility. Support for new couples can make a big difference in helping them have realistic expectations and be able to work things out. Couples also struggle with balancing work and parenting. It’s hard to have enough time for work, parenting, and housekeeping. Time as a couple often comes last but is essential in nurturing a marriage/partnership. I offer counseling for new parents and Balancing Work and Family Seminars for companies.