From “Love Jones” to “Jumping the Broom,” Black rom-coms set a blueprint for expectations in my own real-life partnerships.

I’ve always considered myself a humble person, but this experience was the ultimate test of my humility.

In celebration of National Proposal Day, check out these fairytale romantic engagements.

Though the arrangement has been coined a “sleep divorce,” separate beds doesn’t have to mean a fast track to permanent separation.

"I got into this mindset with myself of — as naturally as possible — I am going to track my ovulation, and if it happens that way, I'm going to be really grateful."

When it comes to finding the perfect hairstyle for your wedding, there are a lot of options to choose from. The main goal is to pick the hairstyle that is just right for you. 

Offer each other grace and see each other as imperfect human beings trying to overcome traumatic experiences. Give each other an opportunity to grow and understand.

Stepping back and refocusing on the actual issue instead of our emotions helps us to communicate effectively as we peel back the layers, examine, evaluate, and attack the problem as a team.

With two grand vow renewal wedding events, the couple not only took the time to honor themselves, but also all the people who have made their union what it is today.

What makes this union more remarkable than their wedding venue? Had it not been for the pandemic and a little help from their mothers, this couple might never have met.

In my experience, the couples who do well with open marriages aren’t afraid to have the hard conversations. 

A huge misconception about public figures is that we post/share everything, yet there are many moments known only by me and the one I hold close.

 After the ceremony, we only had two quarters. We have been married for 23 years.

I didn't think much of the date at the time, but little did I know that I would connect with this man in a way that only fate could orchestrate. 

78% percent of couples who talk about money weekly say they're happy, so why is it still so difficult to discuss?

"Couch Conversations" premieres August 31st exclusively on the Black Love+ app!

Honesty is more than just speaking the truth; it encompasses a genuine desire to share one's thoughts, emotions, and experiences openly.

Constant moves and family opinions almost kept my husband and I apart, but our marriage is stronger nine years later than ever.

A coming-out story that explores religious stigmas, creating an internal battle for this author to live her truth or suffer behind-closed-doors.

The Fredericks talk this season of "Couch Conversations", becoming NY Times Best Sellers, love, loss, and more. 

Although I’ve always known marriage is hard work, a lot of what I expected for my marriage was met with reality.

I now realize meeting my husband at 16 was just the introduction to how great my life would be with him.

This accident could have broken them, but they survived as a couple, and found strength they never knew they possessed. 

We love us some Gammy and how she was able to rekindle and thrive in marriage later in life and explore self-healing and forgiveness from her years of addiction. 

Years of therapy not only improved my life as an individual, but it has also strengthened my marriage.

If we had pursued a relationship when we first met, we would not have had our four beautiful children. We probably would've been no good for each other.

I sent the eyes emoji to his DM and he immediately responded, “you checking me out?” We got engaged six months after. 

We haven’t figured out if religion makes sense for us, and that’s okay. If anything, I hope we can make space for more spiritual practices that make us feel connected to God.

Marriage has blessed us in many ways. We have been more fruitful partners, winning as a family and in our careers because we are both aligned. 

In our series "For Better or Worse," married couples share their stories of love, challenge, and resilience. Although some couples seem to benefit from pornography, that's not the case for everyone.

It’s giving "Let’s Stay Together!" These seasoned couples are showing us what long-lasting love is all about.

Although I am a busy wife and mom of five children, I make sure to pencil in time with my girls.

We set out to answer questions we had before getting married — and to put a face to the reality that we knew was possible despite the media telling us it wasn’t. 

Dreamers have been told we require a lot, but that’s okay because we also bring a lot to the table! If you’re not like me, but your partner is, here are eight ways you can constructively show up for your partner.

Not every couple committed to each other believes that marriage has to be their end goal. Everyone has a different journey toward their road to forever. 

Commitment will take you well beyond the newlywed and honeymoon phase. When the fuzzy feeling fades, commitment remains and it's up to you on how much work you want to put into it.

Marriage is challenging enough without the added strain of medical issues. But Dionne and Andre learned to support each other through it all.

January is for possibilities. A time to make New Year’s resolutions and work on self-improvement. For most, their resolutions include living healthier, losing weight, reducing alcohol or smoking. For others, it’s a time to improve their romantic relationships.

For a married couple, boundaries promote effective communication and intimacy, but it is equally as important to set them for individuals outside of the relationship.

New rules apply when living space also turns into an office setting. So here is 21 things to consider when working from home with your partner. 

We have weathered storms that were meant to break us, but we came out victorious every time.

Last year, we celebrated 29 years of marriage, and I shared my thoughts about what marriage meant to me. Last month, we officially celebrated 30 years of marriage!  That’s right...three decades. And here’s a little bit more about what I know.

We know that marriage is not just about the wedding day but the life you share together. Share you story why you said I do and took that step toward forever.  

One of our favorite couples from Season 3 of Black Love recently celebrated their 17th wedding anniversary! For 17 days, Mrs. KevOnStage shared 17 days of love lessons on IG to commemorate each year since the day they said "I do." Here’s what Melissa shared that we resonated with most. 

Spirituality is often the foundation for any partnership, but it may also cause some to rethink marriage if the two aren’t “evenly yoked."

One of the greatest sacrifices is giving up the normal routine and accepting that certain changes will require more of one person than the other.

Tika Sumpter, star of "Mixed-ish", talks with Jaleesa Diaz about love, motherhood, and the strength of vulnerability.

She wanted the best for her family, so she had to let some of her family go.

People of the Zulu tribe value family, strength, and community which is why the couple knew their marriage renewal had to be on sacred ground and had to include ancestral traditions. 

Hitting the reset button requires us to be vulnerable and acknowledge some of the ways we failed each other in the past.