Couple/Sexuality

Dads come from Mars, moms from Vénus

January 25, 2013
Talk more, listen more, understand more

Having a conversation with our partner will give us a better understanding of both realities and will open us to compassion. Taking reinforces the feeling of partnership and improve intimacy! Here are a few points to take into consideration to guide your conversation:

  • Until now, how did you adapt to parenthood?
  • How do you perceive your role?
  • What is the greatest quality of your partner as a parent?
  • What values would you like to share with your children?
  • How important is your family in your life?
  • What are your needs?
  • What are your frustrations?
  • What would you like to ask of your partner?
Reminders for a better communication
  • Talk about yourself and how you feel
  • Don’t accuse the other
  • Listen without interrupting
  • Do not ridicule or simplify the experience of the other
  • Find a win-win solution
  • Everyone acts according to his perception of reality
  • Do not assume that the other knows what you are going through
  • Dare to ask for what you need
  • Acknowledging the other is always a good idea
  • Find and focus on what you have in common

Let’s keep in mind that motherhood and fatherhood are lifechanging experiences and that no-one is ready for that kind of involvement! True and honest communication remains the best tool and sometimes you will need guidance to see more clearly.

Isabelle Dagenais
Lecturer on mother’s well-being

Since the birth of her first daughter, Isabelle Dagenais has chosen to use her knowledge as a sex therapist and social worker and put it to use to help mothers. She has created Lecture/Workshops “Être maman” to help mothers with their emotional, social and sexual well-being. For more information on her lectures and workshops, visit her website.

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