Communication & arguing Features

How to maintain independence in your relationship

It's wonderful to lose yourself in your loved one but how healthy is it for your long-term plans to stay exclusive? Discover how to balance independence with involvement and make your relationship stronger

Is he an argument addict?

Couples Councillor Susan Quilliam advises one iVillager on how to handle her boyfriends temper tantrum

Is it ok to ask my boyfriend about his ex-girlfriends?

Asking questions about your boyfriend?s ex-girlfriends can lead to trouble

iVillage Voices - real life stories

Feeling stuck or unsure which way to go? Why not get a variety of opinions on a subject to see the bigger picture. Get topical and informative advice here from members of iVillage on a range of topics from relationships to financial issues

Keep it casual?

It can be fun, dangerous, a total high but can also break your heart. Relationships expert Susan Quilliam advises on the joys and perils of casual se

My man is mean

Tips for dealing with a stingy partne

Present tactics

How can I train my man to buy me something nice? The low-down from Sally Ann Lasso

Rekindle your love life this Christmas

Dr Pam Spurr looks at six ways to make your love life festive and saucy this year

Relationships can be a bit of a balancing act!

There are many issues that affect the happiness or unhappiness that couples experience. One of the biggest culprits is finding a good work-love-life balance, relationships expert Dr Pam Spurr advises

Romantic breaks... or are they?

When you go on a romantic break, you expect it to be, well, romantic. iVillage UK has tips on how to keep a holiday with your partner from turning into the holiday from hell