Parenting is a stressful, time-consuming job that is entirely paid for in cuddles, kisses, and baby smiles that eventually morph into the person who chooses your nursing home (but best to not think about that now). Your time is precious, so the moments you have to yourself mean way more than they used to. It’s 100 percent okay to be happy and grateful when your child sleeps!

In this article from She Budgets, Nat Berman admits to enjoying her time away from her son and believes that’s perfectly healthy. When you first embark on the child raising journey you might feel like your baby should never leave your sight, but it’s healthy for both of you to get some time apart.

Wanting time to yourself does not mean you love your kids any less, either. The fact is, raising them is difficult and they’re annoying sometimes. Some time apart calms everyone and promotes positive bonding in the future!

Read the full article here: OK I Admit It: My Favorite Time of Day is When My Child Goes to Bed