I’m Not The Fun Parent — And I’m Finally OK With That

We balance out, together. ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ Mar. 24, 2023 HOW TO LET GO [I’m Not The Fun Parent — And I’m Finally OK With That]( “My ex-husband and I split amicably many years ago,” writes Diana Park today. “Our kids are now teenagers but the one thing that grated on me for years is how I took on the role of the day-to-day organizer, from doctors' appointments to fielding calls from school. In other words, I’ve been the [default parent]( which means my ex has gotten to be the fun parent. And I’ll be honest, I struggled with it — a lot.” So what changed her perspective? Read and find out. It’s really sweet, actually. Kelly Faircloth, Executive Editor [Read More ⮕]( Latest 📣 YOU ARE NOT A FULL-TIME FUN CONCIERGE [PSA From A Parent Coach: “The Cure To Boredom Is Boredom”]( It’s easier said than done... but worth a little whining. [Read More.]( ENJOY EVERY MEOWMENT [How Long Do Cats Live? If You’re Thinking Of Adding A Feline To Your Family, Start Here]( It's a big commitment, says veterinarian Dr. Megan Conrad. [Read More.]( GOOD TO KNOW [What’s A BRUE? Mom’s Viral TikTok Shines Light On This Sudden & Scary Occurrence]( Sarah Bendel’s video sharing her family’s terrifying experience has nearly 9 million views. [Read More.]( Featured PARENTING [From The Confessional: ‘I Don’t Think I’ve Ever Loved My Husband’]( Today’s topic from the Scary Mommy Confessional is the big D — divorce. And boy, people have got some stuff to get off their chests. “I don’t think I’ve ever loved my husband. I can’t get divorced, b/c I’d have to pay him alimony,” says one reader. Another is a little more wistful: “No matter how much you hated him in the lead up, it’s normal to be sad and miss him once it’s final.” If you want to spill, the link is [here](. And if you want to browse past Confessions, head [here](. [Read More ⮕]( What We’re Reading ⮕ [The Only Thing That Cures My Dry, Itchy, Winter Crocodile Legs]( ⮕ [How To Navigate The Adderall Shortage If Your Kid Has ADHD]( ⮕ [I’m Trying To Be A Good Mom, But My Intrusive Thoughts Are Haunting Me]( You're receiving this email because you signed up to receive communications from BDG Media. If you believe this has been sent to you in error, please safely[unsubscribe](. Or to manage preferences click[here]( BDG Media, Inc. · 315 Park Ave. South · New York, NY 10010 · USA Copyright 2023 BDG Media, Inc. All rights reserved.