Setting Mom Up to Be Mrs. Sunshine #073

We are talking about the words and heart around how to make sure both wives and husbands are getting a chance to really enjoy their kids (because our kids need to feel enjoyed). 

It's a common theme -- but not true in every marriage and family -- that mom's do more than their fair share of the chores and "work" of parenting and dads swoop in and get to be Mr. Sunshine. So, how do husbands set their wives up to be Mrs. Sunshine? How can she be put in position to enjoy fun and connection with the kids without guilt and without having to worry about what else isn't getting done?

• This is an ongoing marriage conversation that husbands should proactively pursue. Good questions for husbands to ask their wives: Is the way our house is running working for you? Are there specific things you need me to help with?
  
  
• Wives should be welcome and encouraged to communicate what they need. Follow Rachael's lead and say, "I want to be Mrs. Sunshine!" [19:15]
  
  
• A few practical ideas for making this happen:
  • Scheduling and planning dates for your wife and one kid at a time to take so they can connect one-on-one.
  • Freeing her up to just play games (or in our case  video games) with the kids.
  • Taking care of certain chores so she doesn't have to worry about them and can focus on being engaged with the kids.

This week's Stat of the Week is about the indie classic, Little Miss Sunshine. And, David totally mishears Rachael when she says $1 million (not $100 million).

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