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Along with newlywed bliss can come some ups and downs.
Yet how you handle this period of adjustment is crucial to the longevity of your marriage, say researchers.
Honeymoon blues are normal.
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You have both been caught up in time-consuming wedding preparations.
It’s similar to the post-holiday letdown that many people experience.
However, it is important to not ignore this period of depression.
Being prepared for the newlywed blues can help you get past them.
It’s time to move on to setting the marital stage for the rest of your lives together.
Unfortunately, many couples avoid topics that may become heated.
But doing so will do a disservice to your union.
What should you expect in the first year of marriage?
The first year of marriage is, of course, unique for each couple.
What do you learn in your first year of marriage?
Again, everyone’s experience in marriage is different.
How many couples divorce in the first year of marriage?
There are no clear statistics on divorce rates for the first year of marriage.
What are realistic goals for the first year of marriage?
Defining your marriage goals is ultimately up to you and your partner.
They can be a tremendous time of intimacy and discovery.
There is so much to learn about each other and so much to express to one another.
During the newlywed stage, you’re free to build the foundation for a life-long, meaningful partnership.
So enjoy and romance one another.
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