Parenthood is supposed to be this wonderfully magical time filled with love, excitement, and unbelievable joy. Sure, you know it's going to be tough--you're not unrealistic! You've heard the stories of sleep deprivation, colicky babies, toddler tantrums, and third-degree tears (Oops, you didn't hear about that one? Do not Google it. Trust me.). But you're ready. After all, you've wanted to be a parent for a long time. Here's the thing about parenthood that your doctor, the majority of parenting books, your friends and family, and the media somehow fail to tell you: having a precious little baby can actually ruin your relationship. In fact, research has shockingly shown that about 67% of couples see their relationship satisfaction plummet after the birth of a child. And it can continue to decrease with each subsequent child if you don't figure out a way to work through the inevitable conflict you're going to experience. Helping you avoid becoming part of that 67% statistic is the essence of this book. Whether you're considering starting a family, waiting for your little one to arrive, or you already have a few rugrats running a muck (like I do), this book will explain the 5 most common parental arguments and then teach you how to adjust your parenting and relationship expectations, enhance your empathy, and fight a fair fight.