It’s no secret that having a baby can be extremely expensive, and couples often struggle with determining whether or not they’re ready to expand their family due to the financial burden it can have on them. Thankfully, a series of financial advisors have revealed just how much money parents should have saved up before they have … Read more
“We prepare them for how it’s going to impact their life or their lifestyle. What it’s going to look like – less leisure, lack of sleep,” says Urban Balance therapist Joyce Marter. “It’s about reducing the negative impact. We’re not going to get rid of stress, but we help make it as positive as possible.” … Read more
Joyce Marter was featured in a WMAR-2 News segment on how to baby proof your marriage. You can watch the full segment here
“A bundle of joy can bring all kinds of misery, but American parents-to-be are heading it off at the pass… In Chicago, at a five-centre pscyhotherapy practice called Urban Balance, therapists take up to 75 couples through a US$500, six-session programme, or US$300 workshop, each year. ‘We prepare them for how it’s going to impact … Read more
“Men get a reputation for being baby-averse, but they may be more eager to have kids than you realize. In fact, childless men feel more depressed, sad, angry, and jealous of friends with kids than their female counterparts, according to a new survey conducted by Keele University in the UK. The surveyors asked 108 childless adults (27 … Read more
“I knew having a baby would change my day-to-day. But I didn’t know it would rock my relationship too. After our son was born, my husband, Aaron, suddenly had opinions about everything — and most of them differed from mine. The first year of Eric’s life was the worst of our marriage. And we’re not … Read more
June 2, 2011 By Denise Dador LOS ANGELES — Surveys show relationship satisfaction drops after couples start having kids. So what can you do? Here’s how to “baby-proof” your relationship. You’ve painted the nursery. Gone to Lamaze class. Bought a car seat. So what’s left to do before your bundle of joy arrives? What about going … Read more
Perinatal depression is a common mental health condition that affects women during pregnancy and after childbirth. Symptoms include persistent sadness, anxiety, and difficulty bonding with the baby. Treatment may include therapy, medication, or a combination of the two. Proper diagnosis and timely intervention are crucial to ensure the health of the mother as well as … Read more
When Joyce Marter, a licensed clinical professional counselor, financial therapist, and author of “The Financial Mindset Fix: A Mental Fitness Program for an Abundant Life” was in her 20s, she said to her pregnant supervisor, “I look forward to having a baby when my husband and I are more ready.” Her manager’s reply: “None of … Read more
Pregnancy journals can be kept for yourself as a private sounding board, a vehicle for you to process your thoughts and feelings. This allows you to keep the narrative honest and real, without feeling that you have to make everything sound like unicorns and rainbows so as to not hurt the baby’s or anyone else’s … Read more
Joyce Marter, LCPC is a renowned psychotherapist, entrepreneur, national speaker, author, and media contributor who takes great pride and pleasure in empowering others to reach their full potential. From speaking engagements to webinars to coaching and consulting and more, Joyce can guide and support you in achieving greater personal and professional prosperity.
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