Tuesday, 22 October 2019

How do I give my wife a break from the kids?


My wife and I love our kids, but neither of us are the type to 'gain energy' from kid interaction. (Like my mom can happily hang out with them forever. My wife and I get exhausted.)My wife gives me opportunities to go golfing maybe once a week, and I get 5 hours to myself to clear my head and think about nothing and just relax. It helps a ton.She doesn't have anything similar. Like she doesn't have a hobby that gets her away. She likes to bake, but then kids are running around her while she's doing it. I've suggested 'spa days' or afternoons or whatever, but she doesn't seem into that. I've suggested she just go up to our room, lock the door, and read or watch TV... but I think she feels guilty being at home and "ignoring" the kids. I think the guilt is actually a big factor... she'll be the first to say she probably needs more breaks from the family to recharge, but I think guilt prevents her from taking those breaks.Anyone faced a similar issue? I guess I'm looking for both ways to get her out of the house, and ways to make her feel good about going.Edit: Additional notes - I know I could take the kids to the park or whatever and leave her to chill at home... but then she usually comes up with random chores or whatever to do while we're gone. I've encouraged her to take up golfing since it works for me... haven't made much progress there yet. via /r/Parenting https://ift.tt/33U4CNq

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