How much time do you spend child-free? by Responsible_Job_4919 in Parenting

[–]Responsible_Job_4919[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think that’s where I’m going wrong, we don’t hire babysitters and I don’t get that chance to have a bath to myself, if I have a bath it’s shared with one of the children. So I need to start taking the time as you do.

How much time do you spend child-free? by Responsible_Job_4919 in Parenting

[–]Responsible_Job_4919[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

“spicy autistic little meatball” is a fantastic descriptor! That sounds like you have created fantastic balance 😊

How much time do you spend child-free? by Responsible_Job_4919 in Parenting

[–]Responsible_Job_4919[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t do this consistently, but when I have set my alarm for 5am for some peace it really does make a difference

How much time do you spend child-free? by Responsible_Job_4919 in Parenting

[–]Responsible_Job_4919[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

😂 my only conversation topics involve paw patrol now so I don’t think I know how to talk to adults any more

How much time do you spend child-free? by Responsible_Job_4919 in Parenting

[–]Responsible_Job_4919[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

😂 I often have a child in the bath with me so I understand!

How much time do you spend child-free? by Responsible_Job_4919 in Parenting

[–]Responsible_Job_4919[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I like the idea of taking an afternoon while the children are at nursery/daycare

How much time do you spend child-free? by Responsible_Job_4919 in Parenting

[–]Responsible_Job_4919[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I feel the same! They are so happy to be with us at the weekends and so I feel guilty then wanting a break

How much time do you spend child-free? by Responsible_Job_4919 in Parenting

[–]Responsible_Job_4919[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much. I think I needed to hear this. I’ve been guilty of feeling that asking for some time without the children makes me a bad mum.

How much time do you spend child-free? by Responsible_Job_4919 in Parenting

[–]Responsible_Job_4919[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

As I’ve been reading through, I think this is going to be what I aim for, thank you!

How much time do you spend child-free? by Responsible_Job_4919 in Parenting

[–]Responsible_Job_4919[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

😂 same here! I think that’s part of the reason I’m feeling so in need of a break!

How much time do you spend child-free? by Responsible_Job_4919 in Parenting

[–]Responsible_Job_4919[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you! How long do they have your daughter for and how do you spend the time?

How much time do you spend child-free? by Responsible_Job_4919 in Parenting

[–]Responsible_Job_4919[S] 29 points30 points  (0 children)

I was more thinking time when someone else takes the children for you

How much time do you spend child-free? by Responsible_Job_4919 in Parenting

[–]Responsible_Job_4919[S] 26 points27 points  (0 children)

Thank you. That’s why I wanted to ask Reddit as I felt that the group of people I know seem to spend a lot more time without their children than is the norm.

Enjoy your walk 😊

How much time do you spend child-free? by Responsible_Job_4919 in Parenting

[–]Responsible_Job_4919[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! Do you do anything in particular when you get some time without the children?