4 Tips For Keeping The Spark In Your Marriage After Kids
Although kids can be your greatest joy as a couple, they can also put a lot of strain on your marriage. Between the late sleepless nights, and financial pressures, some couples may start to feel like the spark between them is gone.
The good news is that having kids doesn’t have to mean losing your love life. There are ways to have a romantic and electrifying marriage even with kids!
Here are some of the best ways to balance your love life and your parent life.
Have Regular Date Nights
It's critical to have one on one time at least a few times a month. Sitting the couch together and watching the TV, although it can be a lovely moment together, doesn’t count as a date.
A date means getting dressed up, putting on your best watch, and spraying a few spritzes of cologne or perfume. The date should be away from the house with no kids around. Since babysitters can be expensive, consider asking a family member to agree to help you out.
“Check-In” At Least Once a Day
You should take time to check in with how each other are feeling at least once a day. Take a minute to have a chat about how your day went, or talk about something you’re both interested in with no interruptions.
Although it may feel impossible sometimes, it’s all about making it a priority. Setting aside a little time to watch a movie or just lay in bed with no distractions will ensure you have some much needed alone time!
Give Each Other Compliments
Compliments go a long way in a relationship. Don’t forget to tell each other once in a while what you like about each other. Sometimes parenthood can start to make you feel run ragged. So, a little compliment here and there can be just the boost that you need.
There’s nothing more romantic than knowing that your partner still adores you even with milk stains and disheveled hair.
Laugh
One of the most important things for your relationship to withstand the test of time is never to forget how to laugh together.
Find the humor in everything, or eventually, you’ll go crazy. Without humor, you’ll never make it out alive being a parent!
Friendship is the foundation of a relationship. The best way to keep your friendship strong is to laugh together.
By making an effort to be the best parent you can be, balanced with being the best partner you can be, you can keep the spark going. Together, you can avoid losing sight of the excitement you share with each other, all while enjoying raising your children.