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Relationship School Podcast

Advice for Anxious Fathers & Their Wives - Jayson Gaddis & Ellen Boeder - 504

Jun 18, 2024
Relationship experts Jayson Gaddis and Ellen Boeder provide advice for anxious new dads on enjoying parenting, meeting relational needs, seeking therapy, support from male friends, and maintaining intimacy post-pregnancy. They discuss challenges faced by fathers, communication in relationships, and the impact of avoidant behavior on loved ones.
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  • New dads struggle with enjoying parenting due to high stress levels and feelings of inadequacy compared to partners.
  • Men's childhood trauma and unresolved issues can impact their comfort in parenting, highlighting the need for emotional support.

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Challenges of New Parenthood for High-Achieving Men

Parenthood poses significant challenges for high-achieving men in heterosexual relationships, as they often struggle with enjoying parenting, feeling stressed, disoriented, and inadequate compared to their partners who may embrace parenting more readily. These men, accustomed to professional success and a driven lifestyle, find it difficult to navigate the demands of parenting, leading to feelings of disconnect with their partners who may handle parenting better.

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