The transition to parenthood is widely recognized in the research literature on couples and families as a time of vulnerability for couples, and relationship satisfaction tends to decrease in the first 5 years after having children. Why does this happen and how can couples nurture their connection in this transition? Nikki Lively, Clinical Director of the Transitions to Parenthood Program at The Family Institute will explore what we know about how couples can grow apart after children arrive and she will share ways to grow together instead.