What to Discuss Before Having Kids with Nikki Lively, LCSW
Nikki Lively
show Notes
Having a child is a joyous yet extremely stressful experience for most couples. So, this week I’m talking to Nikki Lively, LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) about some of the conversations couples should begin having years before starting a family.
We cover a wide range of topics including:
Deciding if and when to have children
Fertility issues
Considerations for how many kids to have
Gender & personality preferences
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Parental roles & expectations
Division of labor
Boundaries with extended family
Culture, religion & community
Childcare choices
Nikki Lively, LCSW is the Clinical Director of the Transitions to Parenthood Program at The Family Institute at Northwestern University. To learn more about Nikki's work, visit:
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Edited by Veronica Gruba
Music by Sage Holt-Hall