Los Angeles Therapist Yvonne Thomas, Ph.D. Interviewed For “How To Have Tough Conversations With Family This Holiday Season” on theknot.com (11/11/2021)

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Though it may be second nature to ask a couple about having children, it’s one of the most delicate discussions. After all, many people dream of having kids but struggle with infertility. Others hope to grow their family but want to resolve their financial issues first. Whatever the reason may be, it can be a troubling question to ask over mashed potatoes and gravy, says psychologist Yvonne Thomas.

The best reaction here is to listen to your gut and only say what feels comfortable to you and your partner. If you’re battling infertility, don’t worry about revealing very little and maintaining your privacy. “You can merely say that the topic of having children or not is personal,” Thomas says.

If you’re simply not ready to go from a party of two to a party of three, you can also use humor to shorten the discussion.

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Los Angeles Therapist Yvonne Thomas, Ph.D. is a Psychologist, who has been offering counseling services for over 25 years. To read the full article “How To Have Tough Conversations With Family This Holiday Season” visit theknot.com.