

{"id":58508,"date":"2019-09-20T10:50:56","date_gmt":"2019-09-20T10:50:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/romance\/finding-time-for-romance-as-parents\/"},"modified":"2023-05-19T11:48:40","modified_gmt":"2023-05-19T11:48:40","slug":"finding-time-for-romance-as-parents","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/romance\/finding-time-for-romance-as-parents\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Ways of Finding Time for Romance as Parents"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14473 size-full\" title=\"Finding Time for Romance as Parents in 6 Different Ways\" src=\"https:\/\/image.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Finding-Time-for-Romance-as-Parents-in-6-Different-Ways-1605974134.jpg\" alt=\"Finding Time for Romance as Parents in 6 Different Ways\" width=\"804\" height=\"350\"><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is no doubt that parenthood is a beautiful experience, a fresh new beginning that promises to enrich the lives of couples. However, parenthood calls for backbreaking work, mainly when the children are young, and you are still raising your family. Amidst such responsibilities finding time for romance as parents is next to impossible.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For many couples, it comes as quite a shock to find that they no longer<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> have the time they once had to spend with one another and enjoy some romance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keeping the romance alive once the baby&rsquo;s arrived is crucial for the long-term sustenance of your marriage.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should remember that being a parent does not mean you have to give up on being romantic with one another. Yes, you are parents, but you are also still a loving couple, just as you were before the children came along.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is all too easy for parents to forget that they are a couple and see themselves only as parents. However<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a few simple tips can help to inject some of that old romance back into your relationship so you can be a loving romantic couple as well as being great parents.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-77619\" src=\"https:\/\/image.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/New-Project-2022-05-18T160640.722.jpg\" alt=\"Couple working in kitchen\" width=\"804\" height=\"350\"><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, how to rekindle romance after a baby? Finding time for romance as parents is hard but the following points will give you some idea about staying lovers while raising kids.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-Make-time-to-spend-as-a-couple\"><\/span>1. Make time to spend as a couple<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Well, one of the things you should do is try to make time to spend as a couple rather than as parents, even it is only for one evening a week. In fact, make &lsquo;finding time to spend as a couple&rsquo; a daily ritual.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A lot of married couples these days arrange<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramseysolutions.com\/budgeting\/cheap-date-night-ideas\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">date nights<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> where they get in a babysitter, get dressed up in your finery and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hustlerhollywood.com\/collections\/heels\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">heels<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and head out for a romantic evening such as a nice meal out or a few drinks at a cocktail bar.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-Plan-a-romantic-dinner-date-at-home\"><\/span>2. Plan a romantic dinner date at home<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you cannot or prefer not to go out, you can be romantic at home as well.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have younger kids, the chances are they go to bed pretty early. So, you can arrange a nice homecooked meal or even a takeaway meal, set the table with candles and soft music, enjoy a glass of wine, and sit at chat in the privacy of your own home in a romantic setting.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-31019\" src=\"https:\/\/image.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/7-Tips-to-Connect-with-Your-Partner-After-Baby.jpg\" alt=\"7 Tips to Connect with Your Partner After Baby\" width=\"804\" height=\"350\"><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You could even set the table outside on the patio if the weather is good.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is one of the romantic and creative ways parents can find alone time after the little ones are peacefully tucked up in bed.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-Leave-aside-your-smartphones-and-other-devices\"><\/span>3. Leave aside your smartphones and other devices<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure you leave smartphones and other devices out of the equation. This should be a romantic time for you both to enjoy one another&rsquo;s company rather than seeing what others are up to on Facebook!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finding time for romance as parents is not easy but dedicated that time to your smartphone will not help you in anyway.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-Snuggle-up-for-a-late-night-binge-watching\"><\/span>4. Snuggle up for a late-night binge-watching<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-12568 size-full\" title=\"Snuggle up for a late-night binge-watching\" src=\"https:\/\/image.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Types-of-Romantic-Relationships-%E2%80%93-Which-One-Is-Yours-1605974135.jpg\" alt=\"Snuggle up for a late-night binge-watching\" width=\"804\" height=\"350\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another great way to enjoy a romantic evening at home is to snuggle up for a movie night once the kids are in bed. You can select some of your<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marieclaire.com\/culture\/g25928122\/best-romantic-movies-2019\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">favorite movies<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to watch and get some snacks and drinks in to enjoy while you snuggle up on the settee.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You will still be at home for the kids but at the same time, you will be enjoying some romantic &lsquo;couple&rsquo; time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5-Go-for-a-romantic-walk-together\"><\/span>5. Go for a romantic walk together<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can consider going out for a romantic stroll while your little one is peacefully asleep in the stroller. It is really a good way of building that connection with your partner and the fresh air will do good for your child.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try avoiding areas which are crowded or have too much traffic. Too much loud sound or light is highly likely to disturb the tranquility of the moment and wake your little one from his sleep.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finding time for romance as parents is not easy but taking a walk in the park together will do the job for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6-Show-your-affection-now-and-then\"><\/span>6. Show your affection, now and then<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just because you are married and have children doesn&rsquo;t imply you should quit surprising your partner now and then. Showing affection by doing little things makes a lot of difference. Share a few love notes or text messages without any reason to show that you are thinking about that person.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-24798\" src=\"https:\/\/image.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/How-to-Prevent-Your-Marriage-from-Falling-Apart-After-a-New-Baby.jpg\" alt=\"Postnatal Infant Health\" width=\"804\" height=\"350\"><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These gestures of love and kindness don&rsquo;t take a lot of time and effort on your part, but they definitely reflect your love and care for them.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final-thoughts\"><\/span>Final thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px;\">This is your life, and only you can design it. Make time for yourself and your partner out of your busy schedule.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are so many ways by which you can reignite the lost passion in your life. So never make an excuse that finding time for romance as parents is an unachievable and challenging task after you become parents.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, if you want to enjoy a little more romance, try some of these solutions for yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false,"raw":""},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There is no doubt that parenthood is a beautiful experience, a fresh new beginning that promises to enrich the lives of couples. However, parenthood calls for backbreaking work, mainly when the children are young, and you are still raising your family. Amidst such responsibilities finding time for romance as parents is next to impossible. For many couples, it comes as quite a shock to find that they no longer have the time they once had to spend with one another and enjoy some romance. Keeping the romance alive once the baby&rsquo;s arrived is crucial for the long-term sustenance of your <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":835,"featured_media":58509,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[25],"tags":[2553],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/58508"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/835"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=58508"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/58508\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":77754,"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/58508\/revisions\/77754"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/58509"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=58508"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=58508"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=58508"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}