Men Tell All: 8 Changes To Marriage Every New Dad Should Expect

Some of our favorite new dads got really honest about what's changed in their marriages since their babies were born. In short? A whole lot.

While we were expecting tons of dads to say, "Sex? What's that?" and plenty did (that's a direct quote from one of them), we were totally surprised by some of the candid confessions we got! From the good — pure joy — to the bad — lack of sleep — these dads aren't holding back when it comes to talking about what's changed in their lives since baby came along.

1. It's a more grown-up relationship.

"The reality of family finally hit us. Our second baby made us mature and really begin thinking of the other person and how to help them." — johnnyjay44

"We are both more confident — as people, friends, lovers, parents." — dad2b

2. Their wives are more absent — and they miss them.

"My wife? Have you seen her? Haha!" —lovemylittleguys

3. Quality time together is nonexistent.

"We only talk about our daughter and our sleeping arrangements...our time together has lessened." — yanksfan2

4. Some roles have been reversed.

"Now I'm the one who's always doing dishes, vacuuming or cooking." —prepping4baby

5. Sex isn't as frequent — but it can still be as good as, and maybe even better than, before.

"We're having less sex!" — jamesdad

"We share a lot more responsibility and I would definitely say more intimacy, as we appreciate our time alone a lot more." — 88giants80

6. They feel like they're finally getting this marriage thing right.

"It has made my wife and I grow stronger and forced us to develop teamwork." —prouDad45

"One thing I noticed on the positive is that we tend to argue about the little things a lotless. Who has time/energy to argue?" — chitowndad

"We've gotten better at taking turns...sleeping, eating, cleaning, holding the baby — a lot of emphasis on being equitable." — puertoricanpop

7. They believe this is the ultimate test.

"Everything changes. Sex life, conversations, time spent together. Kids change your routine, and it's when your relationship is truly tested." — luckyguydad

8. They've fallen in love with their partners all over again.

"I didn't think it was possible, but I fall more in love with my wife with every baby that we have together." — babyontheway77