Money, Marriage, and What Nobody Tells You After Having Kids

In this episode of Family Money, Lindsey Stanberry sits down with Douglas and Heather Boneparth, co-authors of Money Together, to talk about the money conversations couples often avoid - especially after having kids. They discuss how becoming parents can completely shift a couple’s financial life, from childcare costs and career changes to moving, spending, household responsibilities, and the emotional weight of who earns money versus who provides care. Heather and Doug explain why financial partnership requires flexibility, transparency, and regular communication, especially when one partner steps back from paid work or feels disconnected from the household finances. You’ll learn how to start a productive money conversation with your partner, why quarterly “money dates” can help couples stay aligned, what financial infidelity really looks like, and how strong couples balance individual goals with shared family goals. Topics covered include: • How having a baby changes your financial partnership • How couples can talk about childcare costs and career shifts • Why stay-at-home parents deserve equal financial agency • How to avoid resentment around money and household labor • What financial infidelity means in a relationship • How quarterly money dates help couples stay connected • Why time, care, and money are deeply connected in family life Featuring Douglas and Heather Boneparth, authors of Money Together: How to Find Fairness in Your Relationship and Become an Unstoppable Financial Team. Subscribe to Family Money for honest conversations about kids, money, parenting, relationships, and the financial choices that shape family life. — Create your baby registry and get our free Hello Baby Box: http://bit.ly/babylist-registry Discover more stroller reviews and comparisons: https://www.babylist.com/hello-baby/gear Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/c/Babylist-Videos?sub_confirmation=1 — Babies are too tiny to use social media, but we aren't! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/babylist TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@babylist Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/babylist Twitter: https://twitter.com/babylist Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/babylist **This information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only. We do not accept any responsibility for any liability, loss or risk, personal or otherwise, incurred as a consequence, directly or indirectly, from any information or advice contained here.