Subscribers to our monthly journal, Welcome Home , often write to us sharing strategies with regard to how they handle challenges in their family life. Over the years, mothers from across the country have offered the following ideas for strengthening a marriage. Your marriage comes first. Your marriage will suffer unless you make it a priority, and continue to work at it. This is not always easy for busy parents.
Little things count.
Show each other affection, including a kiss goodbye and hello. Do small favors for each other, such as filling the gas tank for him or paying the bills for her. Teach your children what a happy marriage is by your daily example. Schedule a few minutes of Mom and Dad time in the early evening. Don't wait until the children are in bed to share your concerns, joys and events of the day.