Raising Marriage Podcast

Raising Marriage Podcast


Family First: Developing Traditions That Keep Your Family Connected

October 10, 2024

This episode of the Raising Marriage podcast focuses on building a strong family unit and creating a home environment that children will want to return to as adults. The hosts discuss the importance of balancing marriage and parenting, and offer tips for cultivating family connections. They emphasize that it's okay if your family is your main "tribe" rather than feeling pressured to have a large social network. Key ideas include establishing rituals like weekly pizza and movie nights, having regular family dinners, maintaining open communication, and finding shared activities like camping that bring the family together. The hosts also address how these connections may need to evolve as children grow into teenagers and young adults.


Resources

Below is a list of resources mentioned during the episode:


• Instagtram: @raisingmarriage

• Conversation starter cards for family dinners