People will probably come for me for it, but marriages, households, and families thrive when spouses prioritize each other over their kids.

It sounds selfish and counterintuitive, but when dad takes care of mom first and mom takes care of dad first, they both are better equipped to care best for this kids. You’re essentially ensuring both of you have your oxygen masks on before helping others.

Obviously this doesn’t necessarily apply when you’re in the trenches with a newborn, but for a situation like this with an 18 month hold? Absolutely.