Experts say that infidelity and separation rates are extremely high during the years that couples share young children.

There is lots of help for the new parents with their infant; but how do you make your relationship baby-proof through all the midnight feedings and the diaper changes? Pre-natal classes are a great way to get ready for baby but don't do a whole lot to prepare you for your expanded family and your relationship with your partner.

According to some experts, infidelity and separation are extremely high in the years that couples share young children. Getting realistic, good communication and preparing each other can go a long way to avoiding some of these common problems.

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Talking about the changes that you're going to face as a couple is a great door opener to some good communication. The transition from a couple to a new family can create new challenges and best to discuss them before your new bundle arrives.

Asking each other about their expectations as a parent, fears, existing problems that need to yet be overcome; can help keep you focused on communicating your needs to each other. Other matters, like finances, intimacy needs, chore designation are all key points for discussion.

Counsellors can help and there are often first time parent workshops available. The book stores are literally filled with self-help books written by parents and experts on what changes you can expect as well as tidbits on how they coped through the process of raising their children and nurturing your relationship with your partner. Awareness is a key to overcoming some of the stressors and challenges that you may face as first-time parents.