Baby #1 and Baby #4 afternooning. 😍 . I had a conversation with my therapist awhile back about managing my kids’ expectations and desires and how that causes me anxiety. Especially when it relates to the “goodies” you know? Like TV and treats and excitement. Were my kids addicted to excitement? She gently suggested maybe I change my boundaries around those things to make them really straightforward. For myself and for my kids. So when I hold my “no” it can be disappointing, but it’s understood why. I don’t know if any parents relate to this. For me, it’s made a big difference in that there’s no guesswork around wondering whether I give the treat or turn on the TV... I was also fascinated with how quickly my kids moved on from asking (specifically about TV during the week) and starting engaging in other creative ideas and with each other. Anyway, I’m certainly not a parenting expert but I’m trying to learn how to be better for me and for them, and I thought I’d share. Also, I have to say, this kind of rest at the end of the day is really cozy. #parenting #thoughts