A much needed break !

As parents, we have so many guilt trips. One such guilt trip is going on a vacation or a one-day picnic without kids. I know not all can afford nannies or leave their kids with grandparents. Nowadays I have started to give away this guilt trip and take a day or two off from motherhood. Why do I have to do that? Is it necessary?? Yes, it is. Because of such short breaks, I became more recharged, even my son appreciated me more and the smile he had on his face seeing me after two days or a few hours was priceless. The hugs and kisses that I get are extra sweet.

Other than the fact that we need that time apart from kids, kids tend to get tantrums more in the presence of parents rather than grandparents, at least in my case that's the truth we have learnt. My son is going through the phase where he is finding his place and identity, because of which he ends up expressing himself very aggressively. And me being me most of the time I lose my temper, if not I get so disturbed that I get very upset or tired taking care of him. Staying away from him for a few days will allow me to appreciate so many things. Like what is my priority, I get time to think, relax whenever I want, maybe go to a movie with my hubby, or just meditate. Many more such little things, of course, I miss him a lot, and after a day I just want to go back and hug him and take him in my arms.

These kinds of short breaks are very crucial in a parent's life, especially for parents who stay at home taking care of the house and kids. Because it is one thankless job that has to be done without excuses. That's why I love summer holidays I can take breaks whenever I want, and both his grandparents will take care of him. Recently I have been taking such short breaks.

Me and my husband went on a one-day trip with his friends. It was a couples' day out, a one-day trip. And later I took a couple of days off and stayed with my hubby.

So my suggestion to all my dear co-parents is to say goodbye to guilt and take a couple of days off from parenthood. Or at least support each other to take breaks and help them step out for a few hours.

What's your guilt trip as parents? At least me know in the comments👇

Lots of love,

Deeksha ❤️