Why Its So Hard According to relationship therapist Aimee Hartstein, LCSW, as it turns out, the first year really is the hardest—even if youve already lived together. In fact, it often doesnt matter if youve been together for multiple years, the start of married life is still tricky.

What are the most difficult years in a marriage?

The seven-year itch is one of the biggest fears of otherwise happy couples approaching marriage, or deep in their first years of otherwise wedded bliss.

What is the happiest year of marriage?

It is also common that in the 3rd year of family life a couple decides to have a baby. Consequently, their relationship becomes stronger. It is the 3rd year of marriage which is believed to be the happiest.