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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I grew up in a house that probably put both on the same level.  They made sure to do date nights and time away just the two of them.   They were a great example of love and respect for each other.   I have silly little memories of my dad (badly) singing to my mom in the kitchen while she made dinner and he attempted to help.

I have a great marriage.  I do think a lot of that has to do with what I saw growing up.   DH and I prioritize each other.   Does DS come first?  Yes.  But we make sure to build in time for each other and we've never lost that spark or connection, even with a 12 year old. [/quote]

This is how to do it.  You also must realize that when the kids are younger, they often will get priority over the "marriage" because young kids are simply exhausting and you cannot just ignore a 6 month old or a 2 year old.  But in general yes, you need to build in time for yourselves as a couple....find a babysitter, swap with friends if you have no family nearby and cannot afford one.  There are ways to manage, it just takes a bit of creativity.

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