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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I'm sure this has been discussed before:

The part I struggle with is connection with one's kids and less about the chores, given I am lazy anyway :)

How does one feel less guilty about the lack of time spent with one's kid? I hear about all kinds of studies such as: quality time matters more than quantity, but the small voice in my head says that because I was with my child for a little more time I knew more about my 4 year old's insecurities, her joys, fears, happiness, etc. I felt present in her life. My previous job allowed me to work from home in the evenings (after 6 hours in the office), giving me a few hours during the day with my kid. I know most parents don't have this opportunity at all.

Now, I will begin a non-flexible 8:00-6:00 job, with longer hours based on project deadlines. I feel terribly guilty and wish I had more flexible job options available. Please tell me how you are able to connect meaningfully with your kid after being away the whole day![/quote]

Oh, good heavens. You connect meaningfully with your child because they're your child! Pare down everything else--your child does not need to be in three sports and music lessons. Limit the other stuff you say yes to on the weekends and try to carve out a fun adventure or activity each weekend day where you are focused on your child. Don't cook and clean or be fiddling with your phone in the time that your kid is awake. We have spaghetti night, movie night and game night every week, and we all love it.[/quote]

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