How We Balance Marriage and Caring For Our Child With Autism
We Have a Child With Severe Autism — Here's How We Keep Our Marriage Strong
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Touching your partner releases the feel-good chemical oxytocin, which helps with emotional bonding. You don't have to give your spouse a deep-tissue massage or disrobe (unless you're in the mood). Sometimes sitting together and holding hands is all it takes — and that's often when my husband and I feel like we're in a safe place to reveal something that's bugging us (or simply spend some time talking like two partners who are interested in each other should). It's a great way to preserve the intimacy in our marriage and put a little much-needed focus on each other's wants and needs.