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You already know The Nest is your destination for everything that comes after the wedding, but if you're looking just for newlywed advice you're in the right spot. We'll help you tackle every decision and answer all your marriage questions -- big and small -- that inevitably crop up when you've recently wed. Let's start small. Thinking about changing your name? We've broken down the steps you need to take to make your new name legal. Finally finished putting away (or at least unwrapping) all those wedding gifts? We've got tips for writing wedding thank-you notes that make it easy. And we've got advice on the big stuff too. Find help for all your money and marriage questions, like tips on managing your money as a twosome and tax advice that's just for newlyweds. There's also newlywed advice on dealing with relationship issues and managing your in-laws. Too much? Okay, back to the fun stuff! How about bringing back your wedding day memories? We've got tips on preserving everything -- the gown, the bouquet, even that anniversary cake tier stashed in your freezer. Plus, find stylish advice on displaying wedding photos in your home (nothing cheesy, we promise). You can also get support and share your thoughts on marriage questions with other Nesties right here on our relationships message board. From changing your name to finding your first house and writing wedding thank-you notes to doing your taxes, you'll find newlywed advice and answers to all your marriage questions right here.

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Cheesy Romantic Gestures We (Secretly) Love

From the cliche to the downright weird, real women share the quirky ways their men make them swoon.

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“Sometimes, when we’re at home together, he’ll just casually walk past me and whisper, ‘Nothing, nothing, nothing...’ in my ear. Get it? Sweet nothings. Cheesy? Yes. Love it? Also yes.” -- Brenda M.

“I actually love it when my husband busts the old-school move of ordering for me when we’re out at a restaurant -- but only if he's confirmed my choice before doing so!” -- Crystal C.

“Every time I have to take a road trip, he makes me a mixed CD. It might seem dorky, but I love getting it. To me, it’s SO romantic.” -- Ashleigh H.

“I love when he has dinner ready and a bottle of wine waiting on the table for me when I come in the door from work. I'm hot for role reversal, what can I say?” -- Liv C.

“My guy cleans my car out. The first time he did it, I’ll admit, I was a little creeped out. But now I actually find it romantic.” -- Tracy F.

“Even though we live in NYC where fancy brands rule, my husband always remembers that it's the big, heart-shaped box of Russell Stover chocolates from the drugstore that makes me swoon.” -- Jean P.

“My husband doesn’t do traditionally romantic things -- but, he does do stupid things really well. He likes to sing me little songs all the time. Such as, ‘Debbie, you are my wife, and you’re so pretty, and I love you...because you’re the best.’ Granted, he sings a very similar song to our overweight cat, but I’m still charmed.” -- Deborah L.

“I secretly love when my guy gives me one of those horrid, oversize, battery-operated cards that sings.” -- Courtney M.

-- Hallie Goodman

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