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The Marriage & Motherhood PodcastAuthor: Michelle Purta
If you're a mama whose marriage has become increasingly disconnected and difficult after kids, this podcast is for you. Join host Michelle Purta each week as she has open and honest conversations about what it takes to have a successful and healthy marriage focusing on healthy communication and deep connection.While mom life can feel rewarding, it can also feel like losing yourself. You trade in your self care for self sacrifice and your marriage takes a backseat or no seat at all as you juggle this crazy life where it feels like all you do is chores, take care of the kids, and work.Well, here is the space where you get to be reminded that you don't have to choose between being a good mom and having a great marriage. Being happily married is a skill and skills can be learned, so tune in weekly to get your dose of how to upgrade your experience of marriage through motherhood!If you resonate with the show and you're ready for support, book a free clarity call here: https://michellepurta.as.me/clarityLet's Connect!Website: www.michellepurta.comIG: @michellepurtacoaching Language: en Genres: Kids & Family, Parenting, Relationships, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Ep. 262 - Feeling Like Roommates Doesn't Mean Your Marriage Is Failing
Episode 262
Thursday, 15 January, 2026
Let us know how you enjoyed this episode!Feeling like roommates after becoming parents is one of the most common — and most misunderstood — phases of marriage.If your relationship feels more operational than romantic..In this episode, I dive into why feeling like roommates doesn’t mean your marriage is broken — it means connection has been deprioritized. She breaks down how parenting shifts things between you two, how emotional distance builds slowly through habits, and why waiting for “more time” rarely fixes things.You’ll learn:Why the roommate phase happens after kidsThe subtle ways couples drift apart without realizing itWhat happens when you accept disconnection as “normal”Why awareness alone doesn’t create changeHow couples rebuild connection without forcing romanceIf you’re craving more closeness, ease, and partnership — and you’re ready to stop settling for “fine” — this episode will help you see what’s possible.Ready to actively rebuild connection instead of staying stuck? Book a Clarity Call to learn how getting support through marriage coaching can help you!Thanks for listening!Connect and send a message letting me know what you took away from this episode: @michellepurtacoachingIf you would like to support this show, please rate and review the show, and share it with people you know would love this show too!Additional Resources:Ready to put a stop to the arguments in your marriage? Watch this free masterclass - The #1 Conversation Married Couples Need To Have (But Aren't)Support the show
