In this 5-Minute Friday, Monty and Jeannine explore how the pressures of raising children don’t create new marriage problems but instead expose the ones that were already there. From communication breakdowns and unmet expectations to unresolved conflict and differing parenting styles, this episode helps couples understand why parenting stress often amplifies tension in marriage. More importantly, they give hope-filled encouragement to help couples address the root issues, strengthen their connection, and build a healthier marriage while navigating the demands of parenthood.

Just 5 minutes. One meaningful perspective shift. A better, stronger marriage.

In this episode of The Favorite Marriage Podcast, Monty and Jeannine Mora talk openly about keeping your marriage a priority while raising children. They discuss how marriage shifted from romance to parental leadership—and why that’s not a loss, but a calling.

Together, they walk couples through four essential areas as lover and leaders:

• Marriage is first
• Parenting reveals marriage
• The kids are really watching
• Choosing each other in every season

This episode is filled with practical questions, prudent insight, and real-life encouragement to help you and your spouse balance marriage and parenting.

If you’re ready to stop guessing and start building a loving marriage while leading kids, this episode is just for you.

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In this 5-Minute Friday, Monty & Jeannine talk about the power of mapping out your marriage for the year ahead. Marriages don’t drift on purpose—they drift when there’s no clear vision or direction. In just five minutes, you’ll gain simple clarity to help you be intentional about where your marriage is headed.

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