Arrival of a child strains marriage

The arrival of a baby or the demands of family life can place significant stress on a marital relationship, often leading to tension and conflict between partners.

Partner's complaints may seem surprising

Comments such as "You give them all your attention, there's only them!" can be unexpected and troubling for a parent, but they may not always stem from jealousy toward the child.

Psychologist explains the dynamics

Psychologist Aline Nativel Id Hammou explains that the shift from a couple to parents can create feelings of isolation or neglect, which are more accurately described as a need for attention rather than true jealousy.

Baby clash is a common phenomenon

The concept of "baby clash" describes the natural transition from a marital relationship to a parental one, which can lead to changes in intimacy and closeness between partners.

Understanding the emotional shift

This emotional shift, which typically lasts until the child's first year, can cause a spouse to feel excluded. However, this is more about a desire to reconnect within the marriage rather than a rivalry with the child.