Why You Should Use Time-Ins in Parenting
Time-Ins Have Changed How I Parent — Here's Why You Should Try Them
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Research shows that parents need alone time during their day to be happier, especially moms. Psychologists say alone time helps reboot our brains, improves our concentration, enhances our relationships, aids in problem-solving, and gives space for self-discovery.
Time-ins help me get all of that and help stop me from feeling guilty that I do not spend enough time with my son. After giving my son 10 to 30 minutes of my undivided time peppered throughout the day, I don't feel bad if I wander to the couch to read a book, check my social media, or work on a blog on the computer when the time-ins are over.
I need that time for myself to be a happier parent. Engageing and interacting with a toddler for the full day is emotionally draining and can be, frankly, boring. It's OK for parents to feel that way. Parents, like kids, need time to be by themselves. Time-ins ensure that both my son and I get that coveted space apart.